LGB PRI - Child Psychologist - 300 016

La Grande Boissière

Primary

Seeks for 1st February 2026

Founded in 1924, the Foundation of the International School of Geneva, commonly known as Ecolint educates 4500 students aged from 3-18 representing over 130 nationalities. Each of our eight schools is dedicated to the development of seven life-worthy, future-ready global competences: we develop lifelong learning, self-agency, the ability to interact with the world, with others and with resources so as to develop transdisciplinary, multiliterate thinking. Through this, we drive our mission, which is to educate students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together. Ecolint is built on strong humanitarian values and prides itself on its long history of pedagogical innovation, including the creation of the Model United Nations system and the International Baccalaureate. We have around 1250 employees representing more than 60 nationalities, united as one core of dynamic professionals, committed to our mission.

La Grande Boissière (LGB) campus is centrally located in Geneva and blends a mix of 18th Century buildings with cutting edge STEM and Arts facilities. The bilingual (French and English) campus is home to close to 1,900 students across the Primary, Middle and Secondary Schools. Our unique Universal Learning Programme, co-designed with UNESCO's International Bureau of Education, seeks to anchor learning in deep conceptual understanding and the assessment of Ecolint's global competences, to ensure that the outcome of learning makes some positive social impact.

Please note that only applications via our website will be considered

https://www.ecolint.ch/en/job-opportunities

To complete our team, we are looking for a:

Child Psychologist

Part-time - 12 to 14 hours per week

Limited duration contract from 1st February 2026 to 30 June 2026

Responsibilities

• To complete administrative tasks related to psychological services including reviewing psychoeducational reports and assessing exam accommodations.
• To identify needs for assessment and support the school team and family with appropriate referral to external professionals.
• To support programmes in class and small groups led by the psychologist supporting the social and emotional growth and development of students.
• To work in collaboration with the senior leadership team, the classroom teachers, parents and families, in providing support to students.
• To work closely with all Primary School staff to provide support and advice for inclusion.
• To collaborate with the leadership team on issues related to safeguarding, child protection and well-being.

Candidate requirements

• Bachelor or Master in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology
• Experience working with children, preferably in primary school environments
• Knowledge of local agencies/resources surrounding children's special educational needs (SEN) and mental health
• English and French fluency (level C1)
• Empathetic and rigorous
• Inclusive and culturally responsive
• Adaptability
• Able to work well in teams

Candidates are requested to apply online attaching their CV, three references (one of which must be from their current or most recent employer, who can be contacted should the candidate be selected for an interview), and a covering letter. The application must be addressed to Conan de Wilde, International School of Geneva, La Grande Boissière Campus by 9 January 2026, mentioning the reference number 300 016.

Please note that only applications via our website will be considered

https://www.ecolint.ch/en/job-opportunities

The International School of Geneva values and encourages diversity among its staff. As such, we welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous conduct and child protection checks appropriate to their position, including prior checks with their previous employers and the authorities.