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Freelance English Teachers Berlin (m/f/d)

Do you have experience with English teaching, or teaching in Kindergarten/ Elementary schools? What are you waiting for? We need you!

We are expanding our dynamic, international team and need English Teachers (m/f/d) to work at kitas and elementary schools across Berlin.

Contract type:
Freelance

Starting date:
1 September 2024

Job focus:
English teacher

We offer:
We know that teaching can be pretty demanding, which is why we do our best to accommodate and provide for your needs while you’re conquering the classrooms of Berlin! In addition to an incredible opportunity to connect with other international teachers, and a chance to explore the wild jungle terrain that is Berlin with all of its beautiful locations, unique pockets of history and culture the city has to offer, we’ll also throw in a few perks:

• Travel allowance
• Seasonal bonuses
• Substitute teaching bonuses
• Up to 8 hours of paid teacher training, an opportunity to take part in classroom observations, and ongoing paid further teacher training throughout the school year.
• Continuous support and coaching
• Lesson plans and additional content provided (personalization and creativity encouraged)
• Teaching kit and basic materials provided
• A library of teaching resources at your disposal
• Free teacher training seminars
• Staff pizza and beer get-togethers
• Potential to also work at our Oskar lernt Englisch Camps during school holidays!

Your tasks:

• Delivering creative, fun-based English lessons utilizing the Oskar curriculum (course books provided for most courses, but some courses require teachers to develop their own material).
• Teaching 30-60 min courses on a regular weekly basis during the Berlin school terms, averaging 5 to 20 hours a week between the hours of 8 AM and 6.30 PM.
• Collaborating with Kita staff or working independently (at elementary schools or private homes) to create a safe and fun learning environment.
• Supervising and encouraging children during class.
• Bringing your electric energy and enthusiasm to class.

Oskar lernt Englisch has been offering English language courses for children between the ages of 2 and 12 in Kitas and Schools in Berlin since 2002. We aim to build confidence and familiarity with the English language by fusing structured English lessons with high-energy activities.

We hope to inspire and create an accessible environment for children to learn English in, combining the expert knowledge of fluent English speakers who are energetic, empathetic, and culturally diverse, with an adventure-packed environment. We don’t just want to teach English, but also make memories with new friends! : )

These are our requirements:

• Very fluent English speaker (minimum C1 or above) with an accent that is easily understood by young learners.
• 1-3 years of experience teaching English to children as a foreign language OR 3-5 years of working with young children in an educational setting.
• A TEFL, TESOL or CELTA qualification, or a degree that can be related to this role, may be beneficial.
• Freelance visa or unrestricted work access in Germany.
• A registered address in Berlin, preferably in the same area as the roles being applied for.
• Available to work a minimum of 15 hours (including at least 3 afternoons a week).
• Commitment to a regular teaching schedule for the entire school year (September 2024 to June 2025) - no lessons are conducted during the Berlin school holidays.
• Basic knowledge of German (A2).

** We will be unable to interview those who do not already have a valid working permit. If you are waiting to have your appointment for your permit, please let us know when it is scheduled for. Visas with the words "selbständige Tätigkeit nicht erlaubt" unfortunately do not allow the holder to work as a freelancer.

The interaction with our class participants and the quality of our lessons are very important to us. That's why we want to use our recruiting process to ensure that you're equally as excited and responsible when it comes to teaching and engaging with children as we are. However, the interview isn't just about us getting to know you, but a chance for you to make sure we're the right fit for you too! Curious about the hiring process? Here’s how it works:

• Send us your resume and a short letter so we can get to know you
• A real person will read each and every application - we promise!
• We’ll send you an email to let you know if we’d like to invite you to a video interview
• After signing up, you’ll get further information and instructions on what to prepare
• Take part in a engaging interview where you can show off your skills!
• Following the interview, if we feel you’d be a good fit for our freelance lessons, you’ll be invited to take part in a group practical interview at our office in Berlin.
• If we decide to work together, training is planned for August 2024, while a starting date of 1 September 2024 is envisioned.

We are always looking for energetic, talented, motivated and creative individuals. Feel like this is the adventure you were looking for? Have any questions? We look forward to hearing from you.

Do you still have questions?

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