German Language Teacher

The Role

• You will teach German to students and professionals preparing to work or study abroad. Your classes will take learners from their first words to the level they need for examinations and for life and work in a German-speaking country. You will be measured by your students' progress, their exam results and how ready they are to be placed.

What You'll Do

• Teach German language classes to beginner and intermediate learners (A1 to B1), in groups and in smaller classes where needed
• Prepare students for recognised German language examinations such as Goethe and Telc
• Plan lessons, set learning goals and prepare teaching materials for each course
• Assess students regularly, track their progress and give clear feedback
• Help students with the German they will need for everyday life and the workplace, including interviews and professional communication
• Work with the recruitment and placement teams so that language training meets the needs of employers abroad
• Teach at different branches and report regularly to the Managing Director on class progress and exam outcomes

What You'll Need

• A strong command of German, preferably at B2 level or higher, with a certificate to prove it
• A degree, which will be greatly preferred, preferably in German, Languages, Linguistics or Education
• Previous experience teaching German or another language to adult learners
• Clear, patient communication and the ability to explain grammar simply
• Good organisation and the discipline to prepare lessons and mark work on time
• Comfort using digital tools for online and blended teaching
• Willingness to travel to branches

Nice to Have

• A recognised teaching qualification, or a German examiner or trainer certificate
• Experience preparing students for Goethe or Telc examinations
• Experience with international placement, migration or study-abroad programmes
• Time lived, studied or worked in a German-speaking country