Ethik)

German International School of Silicon Valley•Mountain View/San Francisco, CA

16h

About The Position

GISSV seeks a dedicated, collaborative full-time secondary school teacher for History and Ethics for the 2027/2028 school year, with a start date of August 1, 2027. The role requires teaching credentials for Secondary School (Grades 5–12). The teacher will teach classes and may serve as a homeroom and/or subject teacher, while contributing to school development, parent communication, and the school’s public relations efforts. Teachers help shape school life and participate in events and activities that support the school’s educational programs. The role also involves supporting school leadership and helping achieve the school’s development goals through pedagogical, communication, and organizational skills. The position is based in Mountain View and San Francisco and reports to the Head of School.

Requirements

Completed teacher education and training appropriate to the position, with teaching credentials for secondary school; at least the Second State Examination or completed teacher traineeship (Referendariat).
At least two years of full-time teaching experience, including the teacher traineeship; this experience is required for potential J-1 visa sponsorship.
Experience as a homeroom teacher.
Experience with differentiated instruction and innovative use of digital media.
Experience using language portfolios and promoting language development across subject areas (German as a Language of Instruction, or DFU).
Excellent written and spoken German and English skills.
Strong intercultural understanding and sensitivity.
High level of commitment and flexibility.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Commitment to and interest in actively contributing to school development.
Enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration and willingness to engage in cross-curricular teaching.
Strong sense of responsibility and professional judgment, serving as a positive role model.
Identification with and commitment to GISSV’s mission, values, and educational philosophy.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience in a bilingual environment.
Experience preparing students for the Abitur (German university entrance qualification).
Knowledge of the Thuringian curriculum, or the ability and willingness to become familiar with it quickly.

Responsibilities

Teach History and Ethics at the secondary school level (Grades 5–12).
Carry out duties as a homeroom and/or subject teacher.
Contribute actively to school development.
Communicate with parents and contribute to the school’s public relations efforts.
Help shape school life and participate in school events and activities that support educational programs.
Support school leadership and contribute to achieving the school’s development goals.
Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-curricular teaching.

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