English Language Acquisition Teacher (Grades 6-10)

Effective 1 August 2026 ,  Frankfurt International School in Oberursel seeks a qualified and well-experienced  English Language Acquisition (ELA) Teacher for Grades 6-10  with passion for inspiring and supporting our students in English Learning.

The position is a two-year fixed-term leave of absence replacement.

In line with the school's mission to inspire individuals to develop their intellect, creativity and character to become independent, adaptable, socially responsible and internationally-minded citizens, it is the responsibility of teachers at FIS to model our beliefs and to ensure a dynamic, inquiry-driven education of the highest standard.

Instruction and assessment shall be based on the agreed curriculum, and classroom teaching approaches shall secure a stimulating, challenging, structured, safe, and caring environment within clear rules and expectations.

Teachers shall actively engage in self-reflection and professional growth in order to develop a wide range of instructional strategies, enlarge their understanding of their fields and subjects, and accordingly be well equipped to meet the individual abilities, needs, and learning differences of students.

In particular, teachers shall :

A. INSTRUCTION

• Employ strategies that will secure a consistently high level of student motivation and achievement compatible with stated standards and the individual potential of students
• Plan and document instruction that is compatible with the established syllabus and overall curriculum objectives, utilizing school planning systems and documentation
• Collaborate with colleagues on questions of program, resources, and instruction
• Use a variety of appropriate materials and resources for each lesson
• Maintain up-to-date records and reports on all students in compliance with school policy and German Data security regulations
• Effectively employ technology tools to enhance student learning and teaching objectives

B. ASSESSMENT

C. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

D. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

E. COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION

For questions about this position, please contact John Switzer, Upper School Principal : john_switzer@fis.edu or Gioia Morasch, MS Principal, grades 6-8 : gioia_morasch@fis.edu