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Location: Lucerne International School, Root, Switzerland
Job Type: Part-Time


Job Summary:
Lucerne International School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Part-Time German Teacher to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will focus on teaching German to beginners, preparing them to progress to IGCSE German. This role requires close collaboration with our existing German teacher, who teaches IGCSE and A Level courses. The ideal candidate will have experience with the British International Curriculum and be capable of supporting students through personalised learning pathways.


Key Responsibilities:

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  Beginner-Level Instruction: Teach German to students starting A0 TO A1/2 on the CEFR framework, preparing them to advance towards IGCSE German.
• Personalised Learning Support: Guide and support students through individualised learning pathways, ensuring they progress at their own pace according to their specific needs and levels.
• Lesson Planning: Plan, organise, and schedule course content and exam preparation for students working at different paces.
• Content Creation: Develop lesson plans, create educational content and worksheets, and lead students through interactive lessons.
• Student Progress Monitoring: Write reports and reflections, maintaining a strong understanding of each student’s progress.
• Classroom Environment: Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages student engagement and learning.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the existing German teacher to ensure continuity and alignment in the German language curriculum from beginner to advanced levels.

Qualifications:

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  Required:
• A relevant teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
• Fluency in English (C2 level or native level speaker).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A passion for education and a commitment to student success.
• Ability to provide a recent police clearance record.
• Two written references.

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  Highly Desirable:
• Experience teaching GCSE and A Level courses, preferably within the British International Curriculum.
• Experience in a hybrid-learning environment, with the ability to effectively integrate online and face-to-face teaching.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative educational setting.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following via the application link.

• A CV.
• A cover letter detailing their teaching philosophy and experience.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Important Notes:

• Only candidates with a valid Swiss work permit will be considered. Please ensure your CV includes your work authorisation status in Switzerland.
• All application materials must be submitted in English.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Join our team and help shape the future of our students in a nurturing and academically rigorous environment!

As the world evolves with advancements in technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and augmented reality, schools face the challenge of preparing students for a future where the majority of jobs have not yet been invented. We are delighted to introduce Lucerne International School, a university preparatory high school offering the UK international curriculum. Our innovative blended-learning approach is designed to meet the needs of 21st-century learners. Lucerne International School is accredited by Pearson Edexcel, AQA, and Oxford AQA, ensuring internationally recognised qualifications for our students.

At Lucerne International School, we provide a personalised pathway to academic success through a blend of online and face-to-face learning. Our dedicated teachers act as guides, facilitators, and mentors, offering individual attention in small groups or on a one-to-one basis. Our commitment to education goes beyond traditional methods, as we aim to prepare students for their futures, not for our past.

Research indicates that blended learning programs, like ours, yield superior academic outcomes compared to traditional approaches. Our students thrive in an environment where they can learn at their own pace and access materials anytime, thanks to a highly engaging and interactive platform developed by our certified educational partners, who have decades of success in this field.

In addition to attending classes and working closely with educators towards internationally recognised UK high school exams, our students benefit from a comprehensive school program that fosters 21st-century learning skills. Project-based learning and college/university guidance ensure our students have the best possible pathways to success.

Lucerne International School fosters a caring and supportive community where we value and embrace each student as a unique individual at the core of our educational approach. We are delighted to share that our graduates receive offers from prestigious universities, such as Exeter University, University of St. Gallen, University of Bristol, UCL, Goldsmiths University of London, IE University, University of Navarra, University of Amsterdam, and more.

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