German Teacher

Job Summary

The candidate should possess the ability to teach German to native and non-native speakers at Primary School level.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• A teaching qualification (Primary School)
• Experience of IB PYP is an advantage
• Certification with any of the following innovators is an advantage: Microsoft: Innovative Educator; Apple: Distinguished Educator; Google for Education: Certified Educator

Requirements:

• Two years teaching experience
• Fluency in English to a native level
• Strong collaboration skills and the willingness to develop professionally, be flexible and have a growth mindset
• Demonstrated high levels of involvement with students and colleagues beyond the classroom
• Prior experience in an international setting is an asset

Expectations:

• To adapt teaching to meet all students needs and be technologically adept
• To be committed to providing constructive feedback and ideas for the improvement of student learning in the school.
• To actively support and promote the school’s philosophy, mission, and goals
• To cooperatively work with fellow-staff members and administrators in curriculum design, assessment and implementation as it pertains to specific grade levels and programs.
• To assist fellow teachers and administrators in planning for school growth and the maintenance of excellence
• To attend meetings and professional development activities as assigned or recommended
• Commitment to individual inquiry and personal professional development in support of the ISM Mission that ‘At ISM, we are all learners’
• To differentiate for the additional needs of language learners, including a commitment to improvement and use of ELL in the mainstream strategies
• To be proficient in inquiry-based instruction for example, genius hour, maker space
• To be a proactive leader in the assigned classroom and for the school as a whole.
• This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the employee or ISM to only the responsibilities identified.

School Benefits:

• An initial 2 year contract is offered with the option to become unlimited
• Starting salary based on experience and qualification
• Assistance with securing accommodation and registering for utilities (costs covered by staff member)
• Assistance registering with local authorities
• Employee flight to Germany is purchased by the school
• Moving allowance of 600 Euro to be either taken as a lump sum or reimbursed upon submission of receipts
• Medical coverage provided within Germany and assistance in finding appropriate doctors or practitioners is provided
• Dental coverage is provided within Germany and assistance in finding appropriate dentists is provided
• School mentor program to help new staff to become accustomed to Germany and ISM.