German Language Teacher

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging in-person German language lessons on Saturdays
• Create a positive and supportive classroom environment
• Assess student progress and provide feedback
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and school leadership
• Participate in occasional faculty meetings and school events
• Prepare students for German language proficiency examinations where applicable

Requirements

• Native or near-native proficiency in German
• Teaching experience with children and/or adolescents
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Passion for German language and culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching certification and/or degree in education, German studies, linguistics, or a related field

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment
• Small class sizes
• Opportunity to contribute to the German-speaking community in Connecticut
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Competitive compensation

About the Company

The German School of Connecticut is a nonprofit educational institution dedicated to promoting German language and culture since 1974. It offers German language instruction for children, teenagers, and adults and is an officially recognized German language school offering preparation for internationally recognized examinations including the Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD).