German Language Instructor [Job Vacancy ID: ST7]

Instructor for German Language

Language: German

Location: Zurich Area

Employment type: Freelance

Students: Adults seeking to learn German

Schedule: TBD based on students' availability
Start Date: first course expected to start around the Week of July 13th

Length of Contract: up to 400 hours

In STAR7 (https://www.star-7.com/en) we support our customers throughout the product information and content life cycle. STAR7 started its activity as a Language Service Provider more than 20 years ago and it is still expanding worldwide.

The STAR7 LLC Academy team works with clients such as companies and relocation companies to provide language training for families moving to new countries.

Key Responsibilities - in this role you will:

Design and deliver engaging one-to-one lessons tailored to the student’s level, goals, and learning style.

Focus on improving the student’s fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar in German.

Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to support continuous improvement.

Encourage active participation and build the student’s confidence in speaking and understanding German.

Adapt teaching methods and pace based on the student’s evolving needs.

Maintain clear and professional communication with the student and project manager.

Requirements

Native or near-native proficiency in German.

Proven experience in teaching German as a second language, preferably in a one-to-one setting.

Strong knowledge of German grammar, pronunciation, and usage.

Ability to create engaging and personalized lesson plans.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Patience, flexibility, and a student-centered approach.

A degree in German, Education, Linguistics, or a related field is a plus.

TEFL/TESOL certification or equivalent is preferred.

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