Primary School German Teacher (f/m/d) - Maternity/Parental Leave Replacement

BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 55,059 - 61,885; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training through an extensive professional development programme

Supportive leadership team

Work in a tech-rich, innovative environment

Job summary

BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International is looking for a Primary School German Teacher (f/m/d) for a maternity/parental leave replacement starting 1 August 2026. This full-time position involves teaching German to primary students within the IB PYP framework.

The ideal candidate should have a Primary German teaching certification, be fluent in German, and have strong communication skills in English. Benefits include a competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• PYP experience is preferable but not mandatory.
• Energetic and internationally-minded professional.
• Willing to learn and support after-school activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach German to primary students within the IB PYP framework.
• Support concept-based inquiry in German teaching.
• Work inclusively with a diverse cohort of students.
• Promote student well-being and foster confidence.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage in team teaching.

Skills

Native-level fluency in German

Highly proficient communication skills in English

Effective use of technology in teaching

Proactive professional with initiative

Team player with a positive mindset

Education

Primary German teaching certification

Job description

Primary School German Teacher (f/m/d) – Maternity/Parental Leave Replacement

Full‑time, temporary, fixed‑term contract. Start 1 August 2026 for the 2026/27 academic year. The position involves 30 teaching units per week (40 working hours). Salary €55,059–61,885 gross per year, plus CPI‑based adjustments and potential responsibility stipends.

Location: Kleinmachnow (Berlin region). Working Hours: 30 teaching units per week / 40 working hours per week. Vacation: up to 180 teaching days per school year, totaling 187 work days. Contract tied to the duration of the maternity/parental leave of the current holder.

Responsibilities

• Instruction: Teach German (Language and Literature and German Language Acquisition) to primary students (Grades 1–5) within the IB PYP framework.
• Development: Support concept‑based inquiry in German teaching, plan, assess, and report against clear learning outcomes.
• Inclusion: Work in an inclusive environment with a diverse cohort, differentiating to accommodate individual learning needs.
• Support: Promote student well‑being in the German classroom and beyond, fostering confidence in foundational content, skills, and understandings.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues, engage in team teaching, and contribute actively to the school community.

Qualifications

• Education: Primary German teaching certification.
• Experience: PYP experience is preferable but not mandatory.
• Language: Native‑level fluency in German; highly proficient communication skills in English.
• Profile: Energetic, internationally‑minded, proactive professional with initiative and the ability to motivate students and colleagues.
• Attributes: Resilient team player with a positive growth mindset; willing to learn, take risks, and support after‑school activities.
• Tech‑savvy: Effective use of technology in teaching and learning.
• Safeguarding: Full commitment to BBIS’s Child Safeguarding Policy.

Benefits

• Growth: Training through an extensive professional development programme.
• Compensation: Competitive salary based on classification and experience, plus annual adjustments.
• Atmosphere: Work in a tech‑rich, innovative environment with a dedicated and diverse faculty.
• Support: Designated preparation time and a supportive leadership team.

Legal Requirements Before Start

• Work Permit: Valid German permit preferred; visa support available for long‑term commitments.
• Measles Immunity: Medical proof (if born after 1970).
• Degrees: Original certificate and official proof of comparability.
• Background Checks: Police clearances from all countries of residence.
• Chronological CV: Complete professional history.
• Safeguarding Training: Mandatory BBIS session.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BBIS actively welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including BIPOC, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ persons, and those traditionally under‑represented in the international school community.

Safeguarding Statement

BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are subject to vetting procedures, including a 10‑year employment history check, satisfactory references, and enhanced police checks from all countries lived in for more than six months during the last decade.