Drama Teacher - Primary School

Details
Location

Berlin, Germany

Contract Type

Full Time

Salary

Pay scale + benefits

Job Description

Summary:

Drama Teacher - Primary School job opportunity starting August 01, 2026.

About the School:

A school located in the heart of Berlin, offering a modern and values-based education to students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The institution is committed to fostering international-mindedness and global engagement through a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

The Opportunity:

A Drama Teacher is needed to inspire and engage young learners through creative and performance-based lessons. This role is ideal for an experienced educator who is passionate about fostering confidence, communication, and collaboration through drama. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic and supportive school community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate Drama lessons focusing on creative expression, improvisation, role play and performance.
  • Foster students’ confidence, communication skills and collaboration through drama-based learning approaches.
  • Integrate Technology meaningfully into everyday teaching and learning.
  • Demonstrate effort and commitment to make lessons enjoyable and relevant to all learners.
  • Show a good understanding and use of the school’s written curriculum and policies in their teaching practice.
  • Be supportive of the school’s mission, an active participant in the greater life of the school and in the team with the willingness to share expertise with colleagues.
  • Compile meaningful and effective communications for the class parents that reflect the high quality teaching & learning taking place in the class.
  • Differentiate lessons in order to accommodate for varying levels of knowledge, ability and approaches to learning.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

  • A Bachelors or Master’s degree in Primary Education with a valid teaching certification or degree for Drama.
  • At least two years of teaching experience preferably in a multilingual learning environment.
  • Experience in teaching Drama, Performing Arts or Theatre in a Primary School setting.
  • Confidence in working with performance-based learning and creative processes.
  • Ability to create a safe, inclusive and playful learning environment that encourages self-expression.
  • Experience in using technology to enrich student learning.

Preferred

  • Experience in teaching the IBPYP curriculum.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Attractive relocation package (visa support, settling-in allowance, housing assistance, etc.) for international hires.
  • Monthly benefits card (€50), discounted lunch options, and weekly health & wellbeing offerings.
  • Opportunities to grow professionally and contribute to shaping high-quality standards in education.