Teaching Opportunities

 

"An illustration of Earth with blue oceans and green continents. A speech bubble in the top left corner contains the text 'Grüße aus Seattle!' (Greetings from Seattle!)."

 

Teach German with Seattle Speaks German – Join Our Team!

Passionate about teaching German? Want to inspire learners while working in a flexible, supportive environment? Seattle Speaks German is looking for experienced instructors to lead engaging online courses—apply today!

 

About Us

Seattle Speaks German offers online German classes for busy adults who want to have real conversations in German—not just dabble on an app. We provide structured lessons aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) in a supportive, engaging community that fosters active learning.

 

An illustration of a computer monitor displaying a virtual meeting with twelve diverse participants in a video call. On the left side of the screen, there are three German speech bubbles: "Wie geht’s?" (How are you?), "Mir geht’s gut!" (I’m doing well!), and "So lala!" (So-so!). The participants appear in individual video frames, with varied expressions and backgrounds.

 

What You’ll Do

✔️ Teach small group courses (8 weeks, 12 hours of instruction) and help students achieve their language goals.
✔️ Start by teaching Beginner Level 1 in Fall 2025, with opportunities to teach higher levels over time.
✔️ Focus on maximizing speaking time in class—students are educated but often short on study time outside of lessons.
✔️ Use our structured course materials while adding your own expertise and creativity to make classes interactive.
✔️ Optionally participate in community-building activities, like monthly meetups or book club events (attendance encouraged but not required).

 

What We Provide

✅ Minimal Prep Time – We offer a structured curriculum so you can focus on teaching, not lesson planning.
✅ Collaborative Teaching Community – Connect with other German instructors and share ideas.
✅ Built-in Student Base – No need to market yourself—we bring students to you.
✅ Instructor Handbook & Support – We provide guidance and course setup to help you get started.

 

Who We’re Looking For

  • German Proficiency: Native or near-native fluency.
  • Teaching Experience: Experience teaching German as a foreign language (DaF), preferably online.
  • Tech Skills: Comfortable using Zoom and Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Moodle.
  • Engaging Teaching Style: Able to create interactive, student-centered lessons that encourage participation.
  • Reliable Setup: A high-speed internet connection and access to teaching tools like books or a digital whiteboard.
  • Availability: Able to teach weekday evenings to accommodate students’ schedules.
  • Seattle-Based: While teaching is online, we prefer instructors familiar with the Seattle community.

 

Compensation & Growth Opportunities

  • Starting pay: $80 per hour for your first course.
  • Increase to up to $100 per hour with continued teaching.
  • Opportunities to teach higher levels and develop long-term student connections.

 

Our Students

  • Motivated adult learners (ages 25–65) learning German for personal reasons like family connections, travel, or cultural enrichment.
  • They want structured lessons with real-life conversation practice in a relaxed yet goal-oriented setting.

 

How to Apply

1️⃣ Send your resume or CV to frieda [at] seattlespeaksgerman.com
2️⃣ Include a brief cover letter explaining your teaching experience and why you're a great fit.
3️⃣ Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—apply soon to be considered for Fall 2025!

 

Teach German. Inspire Learners. Join Our Team.

 

Ich freue mich auf Ihre Bewerbung!

- Frederike Dean