Position: Secondary School Teacher / Subject Teacher / STEM Teacher
Specialisms: Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science / Technology / Languages / Other Secondary Subjects
Employer: To Be Announced (TBA)
Country: Germany
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: Qualified Teachers & Experienced Education Professionals
Salary: According to Federal State, School Type, Qualification, Recognition Status & Applicable Pay Agreement
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Healthcare & Social Insurance: Applicable German Social Insurance Arrangements
Qualification Recognition Assistance: Provided Where Applicable
Work / Residence Permit Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Visa Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates

WORK AS A TEACHER IN GERMANY

Applications are now open for qualified Secondary School Teachers interested in full-time teaching opportunities in Germany.

Schools and educational institutions may require teachers across a wide range of academic subjects, with particular demand potentially arising for teachers with strong backgrounds in:

• Mathematics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Engineering-related subjects
• Technology
• English
• Other foreign languages
• Other secondary-school subjects

Candidates will be assessed according to their academic qualifications, teacher training, teaching experience, German-language ability and professional-recognition status.

Teaching in Germany is a professional career requiring appropriate qualifications.

This is not an unskilled or general classroom-assistant position.

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

Teaching opportunities may be available throughout Germany, including:

• Berlin
• Munich
• Hamburg
• Frankfurt
• Cologne
• Düsseldorf
• Stuttgart
• Leipzig
• Dortmund
• Hanover

Additional opportunities may be available in smaller cities and regional areas depending on the requirements of schools and education authorities.

The final workplace will depend on the employer and available vacancy.

Candidates should be prepared to relocate to the city or federal state where employment is offered.

AVAILABLE TEACHING POSITIONS

Depending on qualifications and vacancies, opportunities may include:

• Secondary School Teacher
• Mathematics Teacher
• Physics Teacher
• Chemistry Teacher
• Biology Teacher
• Science Teacher
• Computer Science Teacher
• Information Technology Teacher
• English Teacher
• Foreign Language Teacher
• Technology Teacher
• Subject Teacher

The exact school type and age range will be stated in the employment offer.

STEM TEACHERS

Candidates specialising in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are particularly encouraged to apply.

STEM subjects play an important role in Germany’s education system and in preparing students for university, technical education and professional careers.

Applicants should provide complete information about the subjects they are qualified and experienced to teach.

MATHEMATICS TEACHER

Mathematics Teachers may be responsible for delivering lessons in subjects such as:

• Arithmetic
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Statistics
• Probability
• Functions
• Calculus at appropriate levels
• Mathematical modelling
• Problem solving

Typical responsibilities may include:

• Preparing mathematics lessons
• Explaining mathematical concepts
• Preparing exercises
• Setting homework
• Marking assignments
• Conducting tests
• Supporting students who need additional assistance
• Preparing students for examinations

Teachers must be able to explain mathematical concepts clearly and at an appropriate level for their students.

PHYSICS TEACHER

Physics Teachers may teach topics including:

• Mechanics
• Forces
• Energy
• Electricity
• Magnetism
• Waves
• Optics
• Atomic physics
• Thermodynamics
• Modern physics

Teachers may also supervise practical experiments and laboratory activities.

CHEMISTRY TEACHER

Chemistry Teachers may deliver lessons involving:

• Atomic structure
• Chemical bonding
• Chemical reactions
• Acids and bases
• Organic chemistry
• Analytical chemistry
• Quantitative chemistry
• Materials
• Laboratory techniques

Teachers may prepare and supervise laboratory experiments according to school safety procedures.

BIOLOGY TEACHER

Biology Teachers may cover topics including:

• Cell biology
• Human biology
• Genetics
• Ecology
• Evolution
• Physiology
• Microbiology
• Environmental biology
• Plant biology

Practical activities may form part of the curriculum.

COMPUTER SCIENCE & IT TEACHER

Computer Science Teachers may teach:

• Programming
• Algorithms
• Computer systems
• Networks
• Databases
• Software development
• Cybersecurity
• Digital technology
• Information systems

Applicants should provide details of programming languages, software and technical subjects they have previously taught.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Secondary School Teachers are responsible for planning and delivering lessons, assessing student progress and maintaining a productive learning environment.

Typical responsibilities may include:

• Preparing lesson plans
• Delivering classroom teaching
• Preparing teaching materials
• Explaining academic subjects
• Setting homework
• Marking assignments
• Assessing student progress
• Preparing examinations
• Supervising practical work
• Supporting students
• Maintaining educational records
• Communicating with colleagues
• Attending staff meetings
• Participating in school events
• Communicating with parents where required
• Following safeguarding requirements

Teachers will work according to the curriculum and educational standards applicable to the school and federal state.

LESSON PLANNING

Teachers are expected to prepare organised lessons with clear educational objectives.

Lesson planning may include:

• Selecting teaching materials
• Preparing presentations
• Preparing worksheets
• Designing activities
• Preparing experiments
• Creating assignments
• Selecting textbooks
• Preparing digital learning materials
• Developing assessment tasks

Lessons should be suitable for the students’ age and academic level.

CLASSROOM TEACHING

Teachers are responsible for delivering lessons and maintaining effective classroom management.

Typical activities can include:

• Introducing new topics
• Explaining concepts
• Leading discussions
• Demonstrating examples
• Asking questions
• Supporting individual students
• Reviewing previous learning
• Conducting practical activities
• Monitoring student understanding

Teachers should encourage students to participate actively in lessons.

STUDENT ASSESSMENT

Teachers regularly assess student progress.

This may include:

• Marking homework
• Marking coursework
• Preparing tests
• Conducting examinations
• Recording grades
• Preparing academic reports
• Providing student feedback
• Identifying areas requiring improvement

Teachers may also meet with parents or guardians to discuss academic progress.

EXAMINATION PREPARATION

Teachers may help students prepare for school-leaving and other examinations.

Responsibilities can include:

• Reviewing examination topics
• Preparing revision exercises
• Conducting practice examinations
• Explaining examination techniques
• Identifying gaps in knowledge
• Providing additional academic support

The exact examination system will depend on the federal state and school type.

STUDENT SUPPORT

Teachers should support students with different academic abilities.

This may involve:

• Providing individual explanations
• Preparing additional exercises
• Supporting students who are struggling
• Providing more challenging work for advanced students
• Helping students develop study skills
• Giving constructive feedback

Teachers should promote a respectful and inclusive learning environment.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

Effective classroom management is an important part of teaching.

Teachers may be responsible for:

• Establishing classroom rules
• Managing student behaviour
• Encouraging participation
• Maintaining discipline
• Creating a positive learning environment
• Resolving minor classroom issues
• Following school behaviour policies

Teachers should maintain professional boundaries with students at all times.

SCHOOL TYPES

Teaching opportunities may potentially be available in different types of schools and educational institutions.

Depending on the vacancy, candidates may work in:

• Gymnasium
• Gesamtschule
• Realschule
• Secondary schools
• Vocational schools
• International schools
• Private schools
• Other recognised education institutions

Professional and recognition requirements can differ depending on the school type.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants will normally require an appropriate university-level degree and teacher-training qualification.

Relevant qualifications may include:

• Bachelor of Education
• Master of Education
• Postgraduate teaching qualification
• State-recognised teacher-training qualification
• Subject degree plus recognised teacher training
• Other recognised foreign teaching qualification

Applicants should provide complete information concerning both:

1. Their academic subject qualification, and
2. Their professional teacher-training qualification.

FOREIGN TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS

Teachers who completed their professional education outside Germany may need to have their qualifications formally recognised.

The competent authority will compare the foreign teaching qualification with the corresponding German teaching qualification.

The assessment may consider:

• University education
• Subjects studied
• Teacher training
• Teaching practice
• Duration of education
• Professional experience
• Subjects the applicant is authorised to teach
• Student age groups
• Other professional requirements

Recognition decisions are made by the competent authority and not by the recruitment company or school.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

Teaching in German state schools is a regulated profession.

This means that teachers with foreign qualifications generally require professional recognition before they can work fully in the regulated profession.

Recognition is normally handled at federal-state level.

Germany has 16 federal states, and requirements may differ depending on where the teacher intends to work.

The relevant authority examines whether the foreign teaching qualification is equivalent to the qualification required in that federal state.

POSSIBLE RECOGNITION RESULTS

The recognition process may result in:

Full Recognition

The authority determines that the foreign qualification is equivalent, subject to any additional requirements.

Differences Identified

If substantial differences exist between the applicant’s qualification and the German qualification, the authority may require additional measures.

These can potentially include:

• Adaptation training
• Additional academic study
• Professional practice
• An aptitude assessment
• Other compensation measures

The exact requirement is determined by the competent authority.

GERMAN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Strong German-language ability is extremely important for most teaching positions in Germany.

Teachers must be able to:

• Explain academic subjects
• Communicate with students
• Understand student questions
• Write reports
• Communicate with parents
• Attend staff meetings
• Understand school policies
• Work with colleagues
• Complete administrative documentation

The required German level will depend on:

• Federal state
• School
• Position
• Recognition authority

Applicants should expect a high level of German-language proficiency for mainstream German-language schools.

Individual federal states may establish specific language requirements during the recognition and appointment process.

INTERNATIONAL & PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Some international or private schools may operate under different employment and qualification arrangements from German state schools.

Certain schools may teach partly or entirely in English or another language.

However, applicants should not assume that an international-school vacancy automatically removes all professional or immigration requirements.

Requirements will depend on the individual school and position.

SAFEGUARDING & BACKGROUND CHECKS

Teachers work directly with children and young people.

Applicants may therefore be required to provide evidence relating to:

• Identity
• Criminal-record history
• Professional conduct
• Employment references
• Teaching qualifications
• Previous employment
• Suitability to work with children

Additional checks may be required by the employer or relevant authority.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Teachers generally work during school hours but also complete substantial duties outside direct classroom teaching.

A normal working week may involve:

• Classroom teaching
• Lesson preparation
• Marking
• Assessment preparation
• Staff meetings
• Student support
• Parent communication
• School administration
• Professional development

The exact timetable depends on the school and position.

WORKING HOURS

These are full-time teaching positions.

Teachers’ contractual hours, teaching-load requirements and working arrangements will depend on:

• Federal state
• School type
• Employment status
• Applicable public-sector or collective agreement
• Individual employment contract

The employment offer will clearly state the applicable working conditions.

SALARY

Salary According to Qualification, Federal State & Applicable Pay System

Germany does not have one single salary for every teacher.

Teacher salaries can vary significantly according to:

• Federal state
• School type
• Employment status
• Qualification
• Recognition status
• Experience
• Subject
• Responsibility level
• Applicable public-sector pay scale or collective agreement

Teachers employed as salaried public-sector employees may commonly be placed under the applicable TV-L or related public-sector pay structure, while civil-servant teachers may be paid according to the relevant state civil-service salary system.

The exact gross monthly salary will be stated in the formal employment offer.

Candidates should not rely on a single advertised national salary because teacher remuneration differs between federal states and employment arrangements.

ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED

Accommodation will be arranged for successful candidates under the recruitment package.

Depending on employer and location, accommodation may include:

• Shared apartments
• Shared houses
• Staff accommodation
• Employer-arranged housing
• Other suitable accommodation

Any applicable accommodation charges, utility costs or salary deductions will be clearly disclosed before the candidate accepts the position.

MEALS PROVIDED

Meals will be provided during scheduled working days according to employer arrangements.

The exact arrangements will depend on the school and workplace.

HEALTHCARE & SOCIAL INSURANCE

Teachers legally employed in Germany will participate in the applicable German social-insurance system according to their employment status.

For salaried employees, applicable arrangements can include contributions relating to:

• Health insurance
• Pension insurance
• Unemployment insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Accident insurance arrangements

Different arrangements can apply to certain civil-servant positions.

Full details will be explained in the employment offer and onboarding documentation.

WORK & RESIDENCE PERMIT ASSISTANCE

Teachers from outside the EU/EEA who require authorization to live and work in Germany will have their eligibility assessed individually.

Potential immigration routes can depend on:

• Professional recognition
• Academic qualifications
• Employment offer
• Salary
• Employer
• Professional licence or recognition status
• Individual circumstances

Where a candidate is eligible for an appropriate German employment route, assistance will be provided with the work and residence process.

VISA FOR QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

The German work visa for qualified professionals may be relevant to eligible teachers who have:

• A recognised or comparable qualification
• The required professional recognition for the regulated teaching profession
• A genuine qualified job offer
• Any required professional permission
• Other required immigration documentation

The job offered must be a qualified position.

Candidates must satisfy the applicable immigration rules before beginning employment.

APPLICANTS AGED OVER 45

Candidates who are over 45 and entering Germany for employment for the first time should be aware of an additional immigration requirement.

For 2026, the qualified-professional visa generally requires such applicants to earn at least:

€55,770 Gross Per Year

or to demonstrate adequate pension provision.

Whether this requirement applies will be assessed according to the candidate’s immigration circumstances.

QUALIFICATION RECOGNITION ASSISTANCE

Eligible candidates will receive guidance concerning the recognition process where required.

Assistance may include information relating to:

• Appropriate recognition authority
• Required academic documents
• Teaching certificates
• Employment references
• Course transcripts
• Professional-registration documents
• Certified translations
• Recognition application preparation

The final recognition decision is made exclusively by the competent German authority.

VISA ASSISTANCE

Candidates selected by an employer and eligible for an appropriate immigration route will receive assistance preparing the applicable visa or residence application.

This may include guidance concerning:

• Employment contract
• Employer documentation
• Recognition documentation
• Academic qualifications
• Professional qualifications
• German-language evidence
• Visa documentation
• Supporting documents
• Application preparation
• Appointment preparation
• Pre-departure requirements

Recognition, employment and visa assistance do not guarantee approval.

APPLICATION & INTERVIEW PROCESS

Candidates interested in teaching positions should begin by completing the online application form available on this website.

Applicants should provide complete information concerning:

• University degree
• Teacher-training qualification
• Teaching licence
• Subjects qualified to teach
• Teaching experience
• Student age groups
• Previous schools
• German-language ability
• Professional registration
• Current country of residence

Applications will be assessed against available teaching vacancies and the candidate’s professional eligibility.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in interviews in Asia or the United Kingdom, depending on employer and recruitment arrangements.

Online interviews may also be available.

Candidates should not purchase flights, reserve accommodation or make other travel arrangements until they have received a formal interview invitation and confirmed that they are legally eligible to travel.

EMPLOYMENT OFFER

Candidates successfully selected will receive full details of their proposed employment.

The employment offer will normally identify:

• Employer
• School
• School type
• Teaching subject
• Location
• Gross salary
• Working arrangements
• Teaching load
• Contract duration
• Recognition requirements
• Language requirements
• Accommodation arrangements
• Meal arrangements
• Proposed starting date

Candidates should carefully review all employment documentation before accepting the position.

POSITION SUMMARY

Position: Secondary School Teacher / Subject Teacher / STEM Teacher
Country: Germany
Employment: Full-Time
Priority Subjects: Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science / Technology
Salary: According to Federal State, Qualification, Recognition & Applicable Pay Scale
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Healthcare & Social Insurance: Applicable German Arrangements
Professional Recognition: Required for Regulated State-School Teaching
Recognition Assistance: Provided Where Applicable
Work / Residence Permit Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Visa Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Employer: TBA

APPLY FOR TEACHING JOBS IN GERMANY

Qualified teachers interested in developing their professional careers in Germany are invited to submit an application.

Applications from teachers specialising in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science and other STEM subjects are particularly encouraged.

Candidates should provide full details of their degree, professional teacher training, teaching licence, subjects taught and German-language ability.

Complete the application form and wait to be contacted if your application is shortlisted.

Teaching in German state schools is a regulated profession. Applicants with foreign teaching qualifications generally need recognition from the competent authority in the relevant German federal state and may need to satisfy additional language, professional and safeguarding requirements. Submitting an application does not guarantee professional recognition, an interview, employment, work authorization, residence permission or a German visa. Final employment is subject to employer selection, recognition of qualifications, applicable professional requirements, a formal employment contract and approval by the relevant German authorities.