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Recruitment agency · GAP Recruitment ServicesGerman Language Teacher
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About this role
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Role overview
A reputable training institution in Nairobi is looking for a German Language Teacher. This role suits someone with a strong command of German who wants to teach students and professionals preparing to live, work, or study in German-speaking countries.
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What you will do
- Teach German language classes to beginner and intermediate learners (levels A1 to B1) in groups and smaller classes.
- Prepare students for recognised German language exams like Goethe and Telc.
- Plan lessons, set learning objectives, and create teaching materials for each course.
- Regularly assess students, monitor their progress, and provide clear feedback.
- Support students in learning German for daily life and professional settings, including interviews and workplace communication.
- Collaborate with recruitment and placement teams to align language training with employer needs abroad.
- Teach at various branches and report class progress and exam results to the Managing Director.
Requirements
- Have a strong command of German, preferably at B2 level or above, with certification.
- Hold a degree, preferably in German, Languages, Linguistics, or Education (highly preferred).
- Have prior experience teaching German or another language to adult learners.
- Communicate clearly and patiently, with the ability to explain grammar simply.
- Be well organised and disciplined in lesson preparation and marking.
- Be comfortable using digital tools for online and blended teaching.
- Be willing to travel to different branches.
- (Preferred) Possess a recognised teaching qualification or a German examiner/trainer certificate.
- (Preferred) Have experience preparing students for Goethe or Telc exams.
- (Preferred) Have experience with international placement, migration, or study-abroad programmes.
- (Preferred) Have lived, studied, or worked in a German-speaking country.
Benefits
The employer offers a competitive salary between Ksh. 100,000 and 150,000 depending on qualifications and experience, further language training, and opportunities to teach in an expanding institution with international placement programmes.
How to apply
Submit an updated CV and a cover letter through the employer's official career page by Tuesday, 27 October 2026.