Senior German Teacher

Summary:

Senior German Teacher needed for a dynamic school. Bring language to life with native-level fluency and passion.

About the School:

A school committed to academic excellence, emotional intelligence, and social consciousness, fostering a supportive and challenging environment for students aged 3 to 18.

The Opportunity:

A Senior German Teacher is needed to lead small-group conversation sessions and support language learning for students in years 10 to 13. This role offers a chance to inspire enthusiasm for German and improve fluency, while working with a strong and experienced department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct small-group German conversation sessions with students from years 10 to 13.
• Support whole-class teaching when required, ensuring engaging and effective language instruction.
• Foster enthusiasm for the German language and cultural understanding.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of German and other German teachers.
• Develop and deliver content that brings the language to life and enhances student confidence.
• Stay current with Germanic culture and international news to enrich teaching.
• Contribute to the school’s strong academic outcomes in languages.
• Support students in preparing for language examinations and assessments.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Native-speaker-level German with very good English.
• Strong knowledge of Germanic culture and current affairs.
• Experience in teaching or assisting with language instruction.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and support student learning outcomes.

Preferred

• Previous experience in a school or educational setting.
• Experience with teaching students aged 10 to 18.
• Familiarity with UK curriculum standards for language education.
• Interest in pursuing a future career in teaching or returning to the profession.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £25 - £30, depending on experience.
• Flexible working hours (circa 15 hours per week during term time).
• Opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience and professional development.