Heidelberg International School (H.I.S.) is an IB World School serving students aged 4 to 18. English is the language of instruction throughout all programs. More than just an educational institution, H.I.S. offers a welcoming, globally-minded community for students, families, and staff.

At H.I.S., our students benefit from a high‑quality curriculum delivered by an internationally experienced faculty. Learning is inquiry-based, collaborative, and supportive of emotional and social development. Our diverse student body includes families from roughly 35 countries, creating a respectful, inclusive environment where international perspectives are valued.

To support our staff we are seeking a dedicated and experienced IB PYP German Teacher.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced German native-speaking teacher to join our international school community. In this role, you will support students in a dynamic, multilingual environment and contribute to an innovative and child-centered approach to teaching. If you're committed to meaningful learning and open to international education, we warmly invite your application.

Your Contribution

• Design and deliver immersive German lessons in the Primary Years Programme (PYP) that align with school-wide curriculum goals and inspire early fluency development.
• Engage young learners with student-centered, hands-on activities that build language skills and boost classroom participation.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels supported, confident, and excited about learning German.
• Collaborate across disciplines with colleagues to develop holistic, multilingual units and advance language acquisition strategies school-wide.
• Enrich school life beyond the classroom by contributing to extracurricular language clubs, special events, and community initiatives that bring students, families, and staff together.

What you bring

• Native‑level fluency in German, paired with a confident command of spoken and written English (C1/C2 level), enabling seamless communication and multilingual teaching environments.
• Proven classroom teaching experience, ideally at the primary level, with a record of fostering student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, able to build strong rapport with students, colleagues, and parents in a culturally diverse setting.
• Experience with or training in IB PYP pedagogy—including inquiry-based planning, transdisciplinary teaching, and understanding of the Learner Profile—is a distinct advantage.

What You Can Count On With Us

• Highly competitive salary with excellent employer‑funded benefits:

- Company pension plan with employer contributions equal to 20% of gross salary—providing significant long-term financial security.

- Job Ticket (VRN public transport) fully or partially subsidised—tax‑free and available to all employees, supporting eco‑friendly, cost‑effective commuting.

- Financial relocation support for moving to the area—helping with the cost and logistics of your transition.

• Five fully paid child‑sick days per year—supporting employees managing family needs without stress.

• Structured working hours and a strong work–life balance—including flexible scheduling and predictable hours.

• Ongoing training and professional development—including access to workshops, external events, and in‑house learning opportunities.

• Diverse, meaningful responsibilities—you’ll have the opportunity to shape your role and contribute creatively and independently.

• Direct collaboration with school leadership, including regular exchange and input into curriculum and strategy.

• Modern, well‑equipped workspace with up‑to‑date resources, inspiring learning environments, and supportive infrastructure.

Weitere Informationen

If you are interested in working at H.I.S., please submit a completed Employment Application Summary (available on the school website: www.hischool.de) together with a letter of application to:

Mr Allyn Raw

Heidelberg International School

Wieblinger Weg 7

69123 Heidelberg

Germany

Phone:

+49-6221-759060-0

Email:

[email protected]

H.I.S. treats child safeguarding seriously, therefore all applicants are required to submit a clear criminal background check from their current country of residence. References will be verified.