High School University Advisor/Head of University Advising en International School of Zug and Luzern

Join ISZL as our next High School University Counsellor

At the International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL), we’re not just another international school. We’re a vibrant, curious, and courageous learning community where over 1,200 students from over 50 nationalities come together to explore, create, and grow.

The High School University Advisor will seek to promote student success by following best practices to empower students to discover, explore and achieve their potential as lifelong learners. ISZL University Advisors promote a positive school climate through supporting students in achieving their best fit future pathway(s). Reports to: High School Principal.

This is a full-time position and will begin in August of 2026.

The Role

The High School University Advisor is expected to:

• Work collaboratively with the wider High School team to oversee and plan all activities related to university advising, including: parent, student and teacher workshops, course selection (we offer MYP, IBDP, AP, BTEC and ISZL courses), university visits, internship placements, gap year/ service planning, standardised testing (SAT, TOEFL and IELTS tests), and reference writing.
• Oversee and support application processing for all students to world-wide universities, including within Switzerland and Germany, wider Europe, the UK, US, Canada, and Asia. 
• Collect and analyse department data to identify trends, patterns and suggest improvements to the programme.
• Work together with the  High School Leadership Team, Parent Association, Admissions, and Communications to support families as they plan for their life beyond ISZL.
• Provide Grade 11-12 students and parents support, guidance, information and advocacy as they navigate their way through the university application process worldwide.
• Ensure that students and parents feel well-informed, supported and empowered to identify appropriate universities that are a good fit and present themselves to those universities in a manner that highlights their strengths.
• Support students and parents in their transition from Grade 10 to Grade 11 with preliminary university information and guidance on subject selection.
• Participate in the ongoing development and implementation of a careers and strengths exploration for Grades 9-10.
• Set personal and department goals to provide the highest possible standards of support to students and parents.
• Represent ISZL at major international admissions and guidance conferences, including during those that take place in vacation periods.
• Work remotely over the IB/AP/BTEC results period to support students and families. 
• Prepare and update the University Handbook/google site, obtain and collate information pertaining to worldwide university admissions requirements, updates the library of college/university brochures and make college search software available to students.
• Inform the community about the University Advising services through the newsletter for parents and daily notices for students.
• Write school recommendations and coordinate teacher information for college-bound Seniors.
• Plan and organise career and university information sessions, host and maintain liaison with University Tours, and sponsor parent information sessions.
• Maintain appropriate databases and information systems to streamline the dissemination of information relevant to the college selection and admissions process

While working with ISZL Colleagues

• Advise Grade Level Leaders in the areas of career exploration, university and college guidance.
• Work with homeroom teachers to proactively support students in their applications and supporting materials for applications.
• Collaborate with colleagues for the administration of school-based admissions tests such as STEP, BMAT, TSA, etc.
• Provide required input for the School Profile
• Maintain student records and correspondence relevant to college guidance/admission

What we’re looking for

• Please refer to ISZL’s Candidate Profile
• A formal teaching qualification would be desirable.
• It is essential that applicants have at least 5 years experience supporting students’ university needs. 
• Experience of European/UK university application processes is desirable.

Why ISZL?

Because ISZL is more than a school. It’s a community where:

• Students inspire you daily. With over 5 nationalities, curiosity and cultural diversity are part of our community.
• Innovation matters. We champion bold ideas in teaching and learning.
• Collaboration is real. You’ll be part of a team that supports and challenges each other, in a school that believes learning is a shared journey.
• Switzerland is your campus. Lakes, mountains, and world-class cities are all at your doorstep—balance professional impact with an incredible lifestyle.

At ISZL, you don’t just join a school. You join a mission to grow courageous, compassionate learners—and you get to have a lot of fun doing it.  Come join us!

How to apply

• Submit one PDF with a letter of interest and CV via the application link found in the Employment section of ISZL’s website.

Key ISZL Reference Documents

• Guiding Statements
• Professional Standards
• Teaching Standards
• Learning Principles
• Inclusion Policy
• Visit the Employment section of ISZL’s website for more information

ISZL is an equal-opportunity employer

As such, ISZL agrees to support, respect, and seek inclusion with regard to the safety and care of all community members, including potential members looking to join our school. This includes but is not limited to: age; disabilities; ethnicity; gender; gender expression; gender identity; health needs; languages spoken; marital status; mental health; national origin; political affiliation; race; religion; sex; sexual orientation, and any additional characteristic protected under Swiss law.

ISZL endeavours to understand and protect the civil and human rights of all individuals, striving to maintain a high level of multicultural awareness and knowledge about all applicable laws and statutes related to non-discrimination and inclusion.

Child Protection

ISZL is committed to the use of the International Task Force on Child Protection screening and assessment practices for schools for all hiring processes. ISZL takes very seriously its responsibility for safeguarding our students against abuse and neglect. All staff and other adults associated with ISZL are expected to share this commitment and to immediately report any concerns regarding a student’s safety or well-being.