Primary School German Teacher (f/m/d) at Berlin Brandenburg International School GmbH

Kleinmachnow, Brandenburg, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

61885.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

German Language Instruction, IB PYP Framework, Concept-based Inquiry, Differentiated Instruction, Classroom Management, Educational Technology, Student Assessment, Curriculum Planning, Inclusive Education, English Communication, Team Teaching, Child Safeguarding

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

BBIS has an opening for a Primary School German Teacher (f/m/d) Location: Kleinmachnow (Berlin region) Contract type: Full-time (30 teaching units per week / 40 working hours per week) Start date: 1st August 2026, limited initially until 31st July 2028 Vacation: 60 days per year, taken during school holidays Salary range: €55,059 - €61,885 gross/year (based on experience/classification) plus annual CPI-based adjustments / potential responsibility stipends About this role: We are seeking an energetic, internationally-minded teacher committed to academic excellence, inclusive practice, and educating the whole child. You will teach German to Primary School students (Grades 1 to 5), guiding them through the IB PYP framework. By fostering an engaging and supportive environment, you will build student confidence and inspire a love for the German language. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES Instruction: Teach German (Language and Literature and German Language Acquisition) to Primary School students (Grades 1 to 5) through the IBPYP framework. Development: Support concept-based inquiry in German teaching and learning. Plan, assess, and report against clear learning outcomes. Inclusion: Work in an inclusive environment with a diverse cohort of students and differentiate to accommodate individual learning needs. Support: Promote student well-being in the German classroom and beyond. Demonstrate a strong belief that all students can succeed in the German language, building their confidence through the acquisition of foundational content, skills, and understandings. Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues, embrace opportunities for team teaching, and participate actively in the school’s ambitious and dynamic community. YOUR QUALIFICATION Education: Primary German Teaching certification. Experience: PYP experience is preferable (not mandatory). Language: Native-level fluency in German and highly proficient communication skills in English. Profile: Energetic, internationally-minded, and proactive professional with a high level of initiative. Ability to motivate and inspire students and colleagues alike. Attributes: Resilient team player with a positive "can-do" growth mindset. Willing to learn, take risks, and engage in after-school activities to support student learning. Tech-Savvy: Effective practice in utilizing technology within teaching and learning. Safeguarding: Full commitment to BBIS’s Child Safeguarding Policy and inclusive education. OUR OFFER Growth: Training provided through our extensive professional development programme. Compensation: Competitive teacher 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. MANDATORY LEGAL CHECKLIST Important: Before beginning employment at BBIS, the following documents must be submitted: Proof of immunity against measles, which must have been confirmed by a doctor if you were born after 1970. Alternatively, a medical certificate of medical contraindication can be provided. The original certificate of the highest obtained (university) degree. An extended certificate of conduct (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) that must not be older than six months. Proof of completed child protection / safeguarding training (invitation will follow) These documents are required to comply with legal, internal employment, and Safeguarding regulations. YOUR PEOPLE AND CULTURE CONTACTS FOR FURTHER QUESTIONS: About us BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is an independently run, state-approved, inclusive, English-medium day and boarding school serving the internationally-minded community of Germany’s capital region and beyond. As one of Europe’s leading International Baccalaureate (IB) schools, BBIS proudly offers three IB programmes in the Primary, Middle and Diploma years of schooling. In the current school year 2025/26, our school teaches around 900 students who represent over 75 nationalities. WORKING AT BBIS MEANS: Having an impact. With professional competence and enthusiasm, we are improving day by day the educational level, and you too can have an impact on this ride. Using our professional training to prepare you optimally for your task. Pushing boundaries. Everyone is equally important and works together on uncharted challenges alongside inspiring colleagues from all over the world. Having fun at work and beyond. Joining our team events – there's always something to celebrate! Or using our fitness offers to get balanced. Feeling at home. Enjoying our green campus, our relocation service, and the international open-minded community. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ANTI-RACISM In line with our mission, inclusion stands in the centre of our core values at BBIS to inspire everyone in our learning community to be responsible, compassionate global citizens. As such, we encourage applications for all positions from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as BIPOC, those with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those traditionally underrepresented in the international school community to apply to join BBIS. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow international 'Safer Recruitment' protocols. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including a 10-year employment history check, satisfactory references, and enhanced police checks (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) from all countries of residence you resided in for more than 6 months during the last 10 years. YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS: Online Application (including CV or Professional Business Profile, e.g. LinkedIn) Video-interview (ca. 45 minutes) On-Site Interview (ca. 60 minutes) Optional Reference Check (ideally send 2 professional references in your application) Mandatory Compliance Documents - Submission of required compliance documents (incl. Measles Protection, Police Clearance/Extended Criminal Records Check, Child Protection Training, etc.) Feedback and / or Offer We are looking forward to receiving your application!

Responsibilities

Teach German Language and Literature to students in Grades 1 to 5 using the IB PYP framework. Responsibilities include planning concept-based inquiry lessons, assessing learning outcomes, and collaborating with colleagues in an inclusive environment.