Remote German Instructor

Berlitz; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Work from home

Free Berlitz training

Group language sessions free

Job summary

Berlitz is seeking a part-time freelance German instructor in Germany. You will teach using the Berlitz Method, with a flexible schedule and the option to work from home. The role emphasizes practical language practice, cultural context, and a student-centered learning approach.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), expert German, and at least intermediate English, plus excellent communication skills. Flexible hours accommodate 15–20 teaching hours per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (minimum).
• Expert-level German; intermediate English.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for lessons using provided materials and tailor based on student needs.
• Create a risk-free environment for students to experiment with the language.
• Document student progress after each lesson.
• Maintain a 15–20 hour weekly schedule based on personal availability.

Skills

German (expert)

English (intermediate)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About The Job Students come to Berlitz not just to learn a language, but also to gain an understanding of the culture. As a part-time, Freelance German Instructor, you will work in a diverse environment that offers you a flexible schedule and casual dress code. While working with your students, you will use the Berlitz Method of instruction to create an environment where students feel free to experiment with the language and motivate them to achieve their language goals. We provide you with a flexible training course where you will learn how to perform the Berlitz Method. You will also gain access to our platforms and technology which will allow you to deliver successful instruction. This is all you need! We provide the students and support; you provide the instruction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for your lessons by going through the provided material and deciding what should be taught and how it can be customized based on the student’s needs.
• Create a risk-free environment where students can feel free to make mistakes and experiment with the language.
• Document their progress after the lesson.
• Your schedule is based solely on your availability. We ask that you commit to providing 15-20 hours per week.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Teaching experience is a plus but not required.
• Expert-level German, intermediate English.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Technical requirements

• A minimum of 15 Mbps download speed / 15 Mbps upload speed.
• A stable wired connection to the internet (Wi-Fi is not sufficient).
• A PC or laptop running Windows 11 or higher, or macOS 11 or higher (Linux does not support our applications).
• A USB headset and a camera.
• For those living in areas where load shedding occurs, it is required to have a backup system to support your devices.
• At least 2 GHz of base processing speed and RAM equal or above 8 GB

We offer

• As an instructor you can attend group language sessions free of charge.
• Flexible scheduling to fit your personal needs (must keep original schedule for the first 3-4 months)
• The ability to work from home, allowing you to save time and money on your daily commute.
• Free intensive training of the Berlitz Method

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