German Language Teacher – CEFR & Exam Expert (All Ages)

Goethe-Institut Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goethe-Institut Singapore Branch is seeking a qualified teacher of German as a Foreign Language, with an anticipated start 1 January 2027 and an employment level of 80-100%. The terms and conditions of employment are governed by local law.

Responsibilities include teaching German at all CEFR levels (children, youth, adults), lesson prep, assessments, guidance to learners and parents, examinations administration, and active participation in meetings and development activities.

Qualifications

• Native German speaker or proven native-level proficiency (C2).
• University degree and postgraduate qualification in German as a Foreign Language.
• Teaching experience in German as a Foreign Language across age groups.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams) or willing to learn.
• Knowledge of digital media and AI applications is advantageous.
• Intercultural competence and adaptability.
• Flexibility to work in evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Teach German as a Foreign Language across all CEFR levels, with focus on children and young people and adults, in group and individual formats.
• Prepare and follow up on lessons, manage online course spaces and related tasks.
• Administer and document end-of-course assessments.
• Provide individual learning guidance and communicate with learners and parents.
• Administer Goethe-Institut examinations and participate in examiner training.
• Attend teachers' meetings and participate in professional development.
• Contribute to development of new course concepts and teaching materials.
• Contribute to learner events, course evaluations, surveys and other projects.

Skills

German language proficiency (C2)

Teaching German as a Foreign Language

Intercultural competence

Ability to work under pressure

MS Office knowledge

Education

University degree in German

Postgraduate qualification in German as a Foreign Language

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Teams

Job description

The Goethe-Institut Singapore Branch is seeking a qualified teacher of German as a Foreign Language, with an anticipated start 1 January 2027 and an employment level of 80-100%. The terms and conditions of employment are governed by local law.

Responsibilities include teaching German at all CEFR levels (children, youth, adults), lesson prep, assessments, guidance to learners and parents, examinations administration, and active participation in meetings and development activities.