German Teacher

Independent Bonn International School (IBIS)

We are a non-profit school for children aged 3 – 12 and have served the international and local communities of Bonn since 1963. Small class sizes, bilingualism and inspirational teaching are supported here by a family like atmosphere, where children feel safe to be themselves and to reach their potential.

Diversity statement

IBIS is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment with regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Job title

German Teacher (ages 4 - 12)

Contract type

Both full and part-time positions will be considered.

Key responsibilities

• To always act in the best interests of the IBIS community, including students, staff and parents.
• To act in accordance with school policy and the school's code of conduct.

The roles and responsibilities of an IBIS German Teacher include:

• We offer two differentiated streams of German, German as a foreign language (DaF) and German for native level or highly advanced speakers (DaM). The German Teacher would be responsible for teaching German at both levels (and possibly other subjects like 'Sachunterricht' and German Maths).
• Be responsible for teaching classes of up to 22 children.
• Prepare and submit planning documents and set goals for the year. Write and submit bi-annual reports for each taught student.
• Follow the Lehrplan for Nordrhein-Westfalen (in native level/DaM lessons).
• Adhere to the child protection policy and all other school policies.
• Adhere to school timelines and working hours.
• Perform record keeping and keep up to date tracking records.
• Supervise in the playground during breaks according to school supervision rota.
• Attend German department meetings and other training and development sessions.
• Assist and/or lead the organisation of plays, musicals and excursions where appropriate.
• Participate in school cultural events.
• Prepare for and attend parent/teacher interviews and other functions when necessary.
• Contribute to the overall workings of the German Department, for example by helping with the German library, updating curricula and attainment targets and putting up displays.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a native level speaker, or speak fluent (native level standard) German to at least a C1 standard.
• Commit to the safeguarding of children at all times.
• Have excellent communication skills, oral and written, expertise with information. technology for communication and other work related activities.
• Have demonstrated ability to work well in a team setting as well as independently.
• Possess knowledge of current best practice in teaching and learning.
• Be outgoing, responsive, compassionate, warm and kind.

Additional Information

Initial contracts are typically on a year-long, fixed-term basis for two years. With mutual agreement, permanent contracts can be issued after the first two years. Salaries are competitive.

Holiday

The school operates on a British term system, with three terms in the year. We follow, where practical, the holiday patterns of other local schools. The school has a thirty eight week calendar. There are holidays at Christmas and Easter, in the summer, plus one week in October, February and May for half term. There are also numerous religious and public holidays throughout the year

Benefits

IBIS offers teachers an opportunity to embrace their vocation and grow professionally. Our turnover of staff is far lower than average for an international primary school, and aside from the benefits of living in a beautiful part of the world with very high living standards, we can point to a progressive and collegiate working environment, one which makes this such a rewarding place to work. Specific benefits include:

• Very fair working and contact hours, with an average of 6 non-contact hours a week.
• A strong system of mentorship and an induction phase for all new staff.
• Relocation benefits and support in moving to Bonn (including transport and shipment support on agreement).
• A well-equipped workplace.
• Statutory health insurance and pension support.
• Tax subsidised bike and e-bike leasing/purchase ('Job Bike')

How to apply

All applicants should hold a valid teaching qualification. We consider a degree in education (e.g. B.Ed./M.Ed./Lehramt Staatsexamen I/II), or postgraduate teaching certificate (e.g. iPGCE or PGCE) as valid. Language teaching certificates (e.g. TEFL/CELTA/DELF) are not sufficient.

Please submit the following:

• A completed IBIS application form (attached to this job description).
• A colour copy of your degree certificate and teaching qualification. Both should be initialed.
• An up to date CV/Lebenslauf.
• Your passport Information page. If you are not an EU citizen, a valid work permit must be submitted or obtained before employment commences.
• A copy of your birth certificate.
• Two references (with a signature and school/business stamp), including your most recent employer.

A working permit (if you are not an EU citizen), references and a police clearance check will be requested by the school before you can begin your contact with the school.

Applications are held for a maximum of two months, and then destroyed. Your application details will not be shared for any reason with anyone outside of IBIS. All Information collected it to uphold our commitment to safeguarding.

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