Head of German Teaching Department

At GfW, we pursue the goal of promoting social mobility and see education as the key to personal and professional development. We have the expertise in teaching German language to adult learners in a relaxed and friendly learning environment. Our courses are offered in-person, with a strong focus on practical language application. 

Head of Teaching Departmenet

Start: immediate

Location: 11/1, 19/1, 19th Avenue, Ashok Nagar, Chennai-600083

Responsibilities

• Coordinate teaching staff and ensure optimal course assignments
• Develop and implement teacher management structures and processes
• Build and maintain a pool of qualified teachers, including conducting recruitment interviews
• Establish and manage a pool of examiners for our language examinations and coordinate their assignments
• Teach 12 courses per month to stay closely connected to classroom practice
• Conduct and supervise language examinations

Requirements

• Several years of

  teaching experience

  , ideally in

  language education

  or adult training
• Proven ability to lead, coordinate, and motivate teaching teams
• Strong organizational skills and a structured, solution-oriented way of working
• Experience in recruitment and teacher development is a strong advantage
• Familiarity with examination procedures and examiner management is an asset

• Native-level German language proficiency (minimum C1)

  is an absolute requirement
• Very good English language skills
• Commitment to maintaining high educational quality and standards

Personal Qualities

• Leadership skills with a collaborative mindset
• High sense of responsibility and hands-on mentality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliability and integrity

We Offer

• A key role in shaping and leading the teaching department
• Opportunity to actively build structures and contribute your own ideas
• Professional development opportunities within an international education group
• An inspiring work environment with meaningful societal impact (education & skilled workforce development)

Curious?

We look forward to receiving your application, including your availability and desired start date!