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Secondary School: Temporary Supply Teacher (m/f/d)- (10 h/week)

Leipzig
Part-time
Temporary

General

Job Start: as soon as possible
Fixed-term: until 3 July 2026
Location: Könneritzstraße 47, 04229 Leipzig, Germany
Working hours: 10 hours per week, paid according to salary scale for teachers


In our secondary school about 470 students are learning and preparing for the Cambridge IGCSE and IBDP final exams. Our excellent academic results benchmarked against the International Schools’ Assessment and the IGCSE and IB Diploma international examinations, are proof of the quality education we provide at Leipzig International School. The school is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools as well as the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Your tasks and responsibilities

  • Create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social, and creative development of all learners.
  • Deliver lessons in accordance with plans and materials prepared by teaching colleagues, ensuring continuity of learning and effective classroom supervision.
  • Support students in completing assigned tasks by providing guidance, encouragement, and clarification where needed.
  • Maintain high expectations for behaviour, engagement, and mutual respect. 
  • Provide appropriate feedback to the regular subject teacher regarding student participation, progress, and any relevant concerns arising during lessons.
  • Develop caring and respectful relationships with learners that nurture confidence, curiosity, and independence.
  • Build positive relationships with staff, and parents through professional, respectful, and clear communication when required.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a smooth and consistent learning experience during staff absence.
  • Liaise with learning support staff and school counsellors to meet the needs of individual learners where required.
  • Contribute positively to a professional culture based on teamwork, flexibility, and mutual support.
  • Share relevant observations with colleagues to support student learning and wellbeing.

Your profile

Educational Background
  • A University degree in Secondary Education, or comparable education.
  • Valid teaching license.
  • Eligibility to work in Germany without employer-sponsored authorization, as the 10-hour position does not meet the requirements for a work permit application
    • This includes: German citizenship, EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship, permanent residence permit, EU long-term residence permit, unrestricted residence permit with permission to work
Skills and Attributes
  • High proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Excellent communication skills, including effective use of IT and new technologies.
  • A focus on fostering high achievement and student development.
  • Collaborative and flexible mindset with a positive attitude and a sense of humor.
  • Organizational, ethical, and empathetic qualities that inspire trust and respect.
Passion and Commitment
  • Dedication to student learning, well-being, and safety.
  • A belief in holistic education that goes beyond academics.

What we offer

  • A vibrant, diverse, and supportive school community.
  • Wonderful students who are interested in learning
  • A dynamic and diverse workplace that continues to develop best teaching and learning practice
  • The chance to engage in the life of the International School in the beautiful city of Leipzig; a historic, green, vibrant university city that is safe, well-connected, and in the cultural heart of Europe

About us

Leipzig International School GmbH (LIS) is a warm and vibrant non-profit educational community dedicated to fostering learning, growth, and global citizenship. Serving nearly 1,100 students from local and international families, our school offers an enriching experience from kindergarten through secondary school, including integrated before- and after-school care. Guided by our motto, "Learning to be a citizen of the world," we celebrate diversity, internationality, and inclusivity, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Supported by a dedicated team of 250 staff members from 37 nations, LIS ensures a stimulating and supportive learning journey for every child, from their first steps into education to achieving university entrance qualifications. Our symbol, the lion, reflects the courage, strength, and resilience we nurture in our students, qualities that empower them to embrace challenges and transform their lives. At LIS, we are proud to inspire a brighter future through education and to foster a community where every individual belongs and grows.

LIS is an inclusive learning community and does not discriminate on the basis of race, skin colour, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status or sexual orientation.