Biology Teacher

Phorms Kinderbetreuung Baden-Württemberg gGmbH; Erlenbach; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to teach

Well-equipped science facilities

Professional development opportunities

Relocation allowance and residence/工作-

Public transport ticket

Free daily lunch

Occupational pension scheme

Corporate Benefits

Five extra paid leave days for child’s

Relocation support and temporary staff

Job summary

Josef-Schwarz-School in Erlenbach seeks an enthusiastic Biology teacher for the Secondary School, starting in the 2027/28 academic year. The role offers full-time or part-time options within a bilingual English–German learning environment.

You will design engaging Biology lessons in English, foster inquiry-based learning, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. The school provides state-of-the-art facilities, generous budgets, and opportunities for professional development within an

Qualifications

• A recognised Biology teaching qualification for secondary education.
• Native-level English proficiency; German language skills are an advantage.
• A passion for Biology and inspiring young people to explore the natural world.
• An interest in bilingual and immersion-based education.
• An open, collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for innovative teaching approaches.
• A commitment to supporting students' individual development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Biology lessons in English, based on our curriculum.
• Create hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that encourage critical thinking.
• Use differentiated teaching methods to support individual strengths and learning needs.
• Inspire independent learning and an enthusiasm for scientific discovery.
• Prepare students holistically for relevant German school-leaving examinations.
• Contribute your own ideas and collaborate closely with colleagues across disciplines.
• Play an active role in our bilingual and international school community.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Biology teaching qualification for secondary education

Job description

At Josef-Schwarz-School, education is about sparking curiosity, encouraging independent thinking and giving teachers the freedom to bring their own ideas to life. Our bilingual school community spans two campuses: surrounded by nature in Erlenbach and centrally located in Heilbronn. Both combine inspiring architecture, state-of-the-art learning environments and an international spirit with a warm, close-knit school culture. From Reception through to the Baden-Württemberg Abitur, German and English are a natural part of everyday school life. Our immersion-based approach makes English an authentic language of learning, discovery and collaboration.

For our Secondary School in Erlenbach, we are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring

Biology Teacher (Full-time or part-time, starting in the 2027/28 academic year)

Our Benefits

• Freedom to teach
• Freedom to shape your biology lessons and bring your own educational ideas to life
• Well-equipped science facilities, generous subject budgets and state-of-the-art technology
• Close collaboration within an interdisciplinary team and support from School Coaches

Grow with us

• Professional development opportunities and scope to shape our educational concepts
• German language courses for English-speaking colleagues
• An international, supportive and open-minded school community

Benefits that make a difference

• Attractive salary above the comparable TV-L pay scale and possible civil servant status
• Public transport ticket, free daily lunch, occupational pension scheme and Corporate Benefits
• Five additional paid leave days if your child is ill and reduced school fees
• Relocation allowance, support with residence and work permits, and temporary employee accommodation

Your Responsibilities

Bring Biology to life! Spark scientific curiosity, inspire discovery and encourage students to explore the living world.

• Plan and deliver engaging Biology lessons in English, based on our curriculum
• Create hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that encourage critical thinking
• Use differentiated teaching methods to support individual strengths and learning needs
• Inspire independent learning and an enthusiasm for scientific discovery
• Prepare students holistically for relevant German school-leaving examinations
• Contribute your own ideas and collaborate closely with colleagues across disciplines
• Play an active role in our bilingual and international school community

Your Profile

• A recognised teaching qualification in Biology for Secondary Education, ideally QTS or a qualification recognised as equivalent to the German Second State Examination
• Native-level English proficiency; German language skills are an advantage
• A passion for Biology and inspiring young people to explore the natural world
• An interest in bilingual and immersion-based education
• An open, collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for innovative teaching approaches
• A commitment to supporting students' individual development