Secondary School Teacher of German Language & Literature and Individuals and Societies

Atlanta International School•Atlanta, GA

14d

About The Position

AIS teachers inspire students from diverse backgrounds to become courageous leaders in a culturally responsive and restorative learning environment. We are a team of innovative educators dedicated to creating inquiry-based learning that fosters critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and intercultural understanding. At AIS, teachers ignite and sustain student curiosity by co-creating meaningful learning experiences that encourage students to apply their knowledge and skills for positive impact in their communities and in the world. Secondary School teachers uphold AIS’ Teaching Standards, Learning Principles, and Professional Standards while supporting students across a unified Grades 6 to 12 program. They collaborate with Group and Subject Leaders, IB Coordinators, Heads of Year, student support teams, and principals. This collaborative model strengthens the student experience through shared expertise, alignment of curriculum, and connection to AIS’ multiple pathways, including the IB MYP, DP and CP, AISx, and the AIS Impact Diploma. This is a full time position teaching German Language & Literature and Individuals and Societies in the Secondary School.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in a German classroom with experienced speakers as well as language learners.
Related experience in the subject area and working with adolescent learners
Teaching adolescent learners at varying stages of German language development.
Ability to design engaging lessons that build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and help students grow as confident communicators.
Interest in teaching humanities based courses such as history, geography, civics, economics, or related fields.
Ability to guide students in investigating real world issues, analyzing sources, forming arguments, and understanding multiple perspectives.
Commitment to creating inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments where students’ identities and experiences are valued.
Flexibility to learn AIS’ curriculum frameworks and assessment expectations; prior IB experience is welcomed but not required.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive, dynamic classroom that supports diverse learning needs

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with IB teaching or concept-based instruction (preferred); IB training will be provided as needed
Relevant experience with the following skills to enhance learning and student engagement

Responsibilities

Design and Deliver Engaging Learning Experiences
Align teaching practices with AIS’s Teaching Standards, Learning Principles, and Definition of High Quality Learning and Teaching.
Develop inquiry-based lessons that promote critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, and intercultural understanding.
Incorporate student interests, identity, and voice while differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
Support students in developing IB Learner Profile attributes and applying learning to real-world contexts.
Foster an Inclusive and Supportive Classroom Environment
Create a classroom culture grounded in belonging, respect, and high expectations.
Use culturally responsive and restorative practices to build strong relationships and maintain a positive learning environment.
Encourage collaboration, empathy, and shared responsibility among students.
Support Student Well-being and Advisory
Serve as an advisor to a group of students, fostering their academic progress, well-being, and personal growth.
Participate in the annual week-long Eagles Learning Experience (ELE) program, supporting experiential learning through local or overnight trips.
Lead or support an extracurricular activity, club, or athletic team to strengthen student engagement and community.
Implement Effective Assessment Practices
Use a balanced range of formative and summative assessments aligned with IB frameworks and AIS expectations.
Provide timely, specific feedback that supports growth and reflection.
Communicate student progress clearly using school-approved platforms and reporting structures.
Mentor Students in Major IB and AIS Pathway Projects
Guide students through MYP Personal Projects, DP Extended Essays, CP Reflective Projects, or AIS Impact Diploma capstones, depending on assignment.
Support students in research, inquiry, academic integrity, and goal setting.
Collaborate Across Schools and Pathways
Work closely with colleagues across the Buckhead and Sandy Springs campuses to ensure curricular alignment and coherence across Grades 6 to 12.
Collaborate with Group and Subject Leaders, IB Coordinators, Heads of Year, and student support teams to create shared learning expectations and experiences.
Contribute to interdisciplinary planning and the development of connections to AIS’s pathways, including DP, CP, AISx, and the AIS Impact Diploma.
Engage in Professional Learning and Continuous Improvement
Participate in professional development aligned with IB programs, AIS’s Continuous Improvement Goals, and your own learning goals.
Reflect on and improve practice through coaching, feedback, and collaboration.
Demonstrate AIS Professional Standards in communication, teamwork, accountability, and cross-cultural engagement.
Support Holistic Student Development
Help students develop confidence, agency, and the skills to take meaningful action locally and globally.
Celebrate students’ linguistic, cultural, and personal identities as integral to their learning.
Model curiosity, integrity, and a commitment to service and global citizenship.