German Language Teacher

Job description / Role

Develop lesson plans and themes in line with American curriculum objectives specific for teaching German at Middle to Secondary grade levels. Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs and interests of students. Facilitate learning by establishing a relationship with students and organizing learning resources and the classroom environment.

Meeting with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve any possible behavioural or academic problems. Attend professional development workshops and educational conferences in order to maintain and improve professional competence. Establish and enforce rules for class management and student behaviour. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree with German being a Major or Minor from a recognized University
- TEACHING QUALIFICATION HIGHLY PREFERRED FROM ONE OF THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES: US, CA, UK, AU, NZ ( for Visa processing )
- Must have excellent German speaking and writing skills
- Must have excellent classroom management skills and able to deal effectively with student behaviour issues

Requirements

Required Experience:
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience in German Language at Middle to Secondary grade levels
- Culturally sensitive, dependable, flexible and able to work in a continuously changing environment

Monthly Salary Range:
- Competitive TAX FREE monthly salary from KD 725 to 1175 depending on experience and qualifications

Housing:
- A furnished 1-2 bedroom flat depending on family size or KD 125 monthly as cash allowance. Utilities paid for by school in provided accommodation

Health Insurance Coverage:
- Government Health Insurance provided for employee ONLY
- National Health Insurance not expensive to purchase for dependents

Annual Air Tickets:
- Annual Economy Class round trip air ticket for employee ONLY . Baggage allowance of (KD) 50 granted upon first time of arrival and permanent departure from Kuwait at the end of service

Leave:
- In addition to official holidays, paid leave is allocated as per school calendar/breaks. Minimum 30 work days per year

Dependent School Fees:
- 50% discount for up to 2 Dependents (depending on which school) provided they are attending same school as employee

Visa & Medical Check Fees:
- Fees will be paid for employees only if done in Kuwait. Employee is responsible for fees for dependents

End Of Service Benefit:
- For each full year of service, school will pay 1 month Basic Salary per year worked, according to Labour Law of the country

Contract Period:
- 1-2 year contract - renewable

Location:
- Kuwait City

Paperwork Requirements:
- Notarized and Attested academic degrees, teaching certificates, transcripts, marriage and dependent birth certificates. You will be advised of school requirements.

Start Date:
- September 2024

About the Company

International Teachers Plus (ITP) is a Teacher Placement Agency based in Ottawa, Canada, offering full recruitment services and a wide variety of international teaching jobs at reputable International Schools.

Our Services to Teachers - we help you get off on the right foot with your dream adventure in teaching and learning abroad while providing you with friendly and professional ongoing support beginning the minute you submit your application.