Lecturer with a specified function / German as a foreign language (DaF) (m/f/d) - Reference: 71-2024-DaF -

The position involves the following duties in particular:

• Conducting classes / courses independently and on one’s own responsibility,
• Conducting performance assessments (preparation, administration, evaluation),
• teaching basic intercultural knowledge,
• administering exams in the subject of German as a Foreign Language (in accordance with the Saxon FSPVO, TI and WW courses),
• Second-round grading and oral examinations in other courses and subjects,
• Assisting with administrative and self-governing tasks at the 'Studienkolleg' (preparatory college).

The following knowledge and skills are required:

• a completed college degree related to the above-mentioned area of responsibility (ideally in German as a Foreign Language [DaF] or German Studies, or supplemented by comparable extensive professional knowledge and experience),
• pedagogical and didactic skills in teaching,
• Experience conducting classes / courses for international students as part of preparatory studies,
• Native speaker or excellent German language skills,
• strong communication and intercultural skills, as well as sensitivity in dealing with international applicants for admission.

In addition, the following are desirable:

• experience with modern media,
• additional language skills that can be put to practical use.

We expect you to

• an independent, flexible, self-reliant, and team-oriented work style,
• a confident demeanor and a strong sense of responsibility,
• a willingness and interest in continuing professional and personal development,
• Commitment to shaping and adapting your area of responsibility and organizational processes to current requirements and developments.

We offer you

• an interesting and challenging field of work,
• flexible and family-friendly working hours within the framework of the applicable employment agreement,
• opportunities for personal and professional development through targeted continuing education and training,
• attractive employee benefits (company pension plan, annual bonus, capital-forming benefits),
• a workplace Health Management program with initiatives to promote employee health, as well as
• the option to use a job ticket.