Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 111'805 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 108'333 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 132'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 131'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 139'176 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 137'550 |
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Swiss professionsEducation & Social Work
Lehrer/in der höheren Fachschule
You teach professionals at higher vocational schools. You prepare them for leadership roles.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
Teachers at higher vocational schools teach practical subjects. They guide students closely. They prepare them for responsible jobs.
You stand in front of the class. You explain complex topics clearly. As a teacher at a higher vocational school, you combine theory and practice. You plan lessons. You guide students through their training. You support their professional and personal growth. Your goal is to prepare skilled experts and leaders for the business world.
FieldEducation & Social Work
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryPrimary, Secondary & Vocational Teaching
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Enseignante en école professionnelle. Based on 221 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+17% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 111'111 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 135'166 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 120'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 130'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| St. Gallen | CHF 140'000 | 13 |
| Zurich | CHF 135'556 | 51 |
| Berne | CHF 120'000 | 26 |
| Vaud | CHF 104'356 | 14 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Education | CHF 132'250 | 142 |
| Commercial operation / Skilled crafts | CHF 120'000 | 9 |
| Health care / Social services | CHF 118'588 | 21 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 116'231 | 16 |
| Retail trade / Wholesaling | CHF 103'989 | 6 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom "dipl. Lehrer/in der höheren Fachschule"
Official education path
The training takes 2 to 4 years. It is usually done alongside work.
Typical training path
Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom "dipl. Lehrer/in der höheren Fachschule"
Prerequisites
- Abschluss einer höheren Fachschule or a degree from a university (Fachhochschule, Universität, ETH) in the corresponding subject area
- Equivalent professional qualification
- Gymnasiale Maturität, Berufsmaturität, or proof of equivalent general education (required by some institutes)
- At least 6 months of professional practical experience in the teaching area
- Teaching experience or pedagogical-didactic prior training
- Recommendation from a höhere Fachschule
- Part-time employment at a höhere Fachschule
Requirements
- Patience
- Assertiveness
Where this can lead
Career changers can enter with an equivalent professional qualification and pedagogical training.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Teaching skill
- Assertiveness
- Patience
- Subject expertise
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand in front of the class. You explain the latest industry standards with practical examples. You guide students through their projects. You give clear feedback.
- You teach practical subjects to students in specific fields.
- You plan lessons carefully. You adjust them to prior knowledge.
- You design interactive learning units. You include current safety rules.
- You guide study groups through several modules. You encourage their independence.
- You assess performance. You give targeted feedback for improvement.
- You guide students toward independent work. You encourage critical thinking.
Working conditions
You work at higher vocational schools, professional colleges, or in continuing education. You often teach in seminar rooms, workshops, or laboratories.
Where to learn
- Eidg. Hochschulinstitut für Berufsbildung EHBKirchlindachstr. 79, 3052 Zollikofen
- PH Luzern WeiterbildungFrohburgstr. 3, 6002 Luzern
- Akademie für Erwachsenenbildung (aeB Schweiz)Kasernenplatz 1, 6003 Luzern
- PHSG Pädagogische Hochschule St. GallenSeminarstr. 7, 9200 Gossau SG
- Pädagogische Hochschule Zürich Abteilung Sekundarstufe II / BerufsbildungLagerstr. 2, 8090 Zürich
Strengths
- Teaching skill
- Assertiveness
- Patience
- Subject expertise
Trade-offs
- High workload
- Responsible role
- Varied duties
- Time pressure
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