Lehrer/in (Deutsche Sprache & Landeskunde) (m/w/d)

US Army Europe and Africa; Wiesbaden; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Europe and Africa in Wiesbaden seeks an elementary education teacher to create and implement cultural lesson plans, teach a range of social studies topics, and deliver introductory German and English language instruction. You will monitor progress, coordinate field trips, and build local partnerships to enrich the students’ understanding of the host nation.

The role requires completion of the first state teaching examination and proficiency in English and German at level C1, plus office

Qualifications

• Completion of the first state examination for teaching at elementary, junior or senior high school level (German Cultural/Regional Studies, Social Science, History, German preferred).
• English and German language proficiency at C1 level required.
• Office automation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design Cultural Lesson Plans: Create and update cultural lesson units for elementary students in cooperation with other educators, aligning instruction with established curriculum guidelines.
• Instruct Cultural and Social Studies: Teach elementary students the history, government, economy, geography, and social structures of the host nation using interactive methods.
• Provide Basic Language Instruction: Deliver introductory language lessons to students to help them communicate during community activities and field trips.
• Monitor and Record Student Progress: Maintain attendance logs, evaluate student performance, adapt lessons, and provide progress updates to partner teachers.
• Coordinate Educational Field Trips: Plan and execute local field trips to provide hands-on experiences with the host culture.
• Establish Community and School Partnerships: Build relationships with local schools and organizations for student exchanges and joint programs.
• Develop Teaching and Community Resources: Gather local materials, publish newsletters, and inform parents and staff of local cultural events.

Skills

Office automation

German language proficiency

English language proficiency

Education

First state examination in teaching (elementary/junior/senior high)

Job description

place65183 Wiesbaden calendar_today 14.10.2026 business U.S. Army Europe and Africa

Design Cultural Lesson Plans: Create and update cultural lesson units for elementary students in cooperation with other educators, aligning instruction with established curriculum guidelines.
Instruct Cultural and Social Studies: Teach elementary students the history, government, economy, geography, and social structures of the host nation using interactive methods like art, music, games, and media.
Provide Basic Language Instruction: Deliver introductory language lessons to students to help them communicate and interact effectively during community activities and field trips.
Monitor and Record Student Progress: Maintain accurate student attendance logs, evaluate individual student performance, adapt lessons to meet student needs, and provide regular progress updates to partner teachers.
Coordinate Educational Field Trips: Plan, organize, and execute local field trips and community excursions to give students direct, hands-on experience with the host nation's culture.
Establish Community and School Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with local schools and organizations to arrange student exchange events, joint classes, and shared educational programs.
Develop Teaching and Community Resources: Gather local educational materials, maintain a community resource guide, and publish newsletters to inform parents and staff of local cultural events and activities.

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Basic Qualification Requirement:
Completion of at least first state examination for teaching at elementary, junior or senior high school level. (German Cultural/Regional Studies, Social Science, History, German preferred).

Working on German holidays required.
Main part of annual leave must be taken during school breaks.
Erweitertes Führungszeugnis required.
English AND German Language Proficiency Level C1 required.
Office automation skills required.