Freelance German Language Instructor

About the role

STAR7, a language service provider founded more than 20 years ago, is recruiting a freelance German language instructor to teach in person to an adult student in the Zurich area. The contract lasts up to 400 hours, with the first course expected to start around the first week of July; the schedule depends on the student's availability. The role may open up further opportunities with other students, virtual and in person.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging one-to-one lessons tailored to the student's level, goals and learning style.
• Focus on improving fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar in German.
• Monitor progress and give regular feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Encourage active participation and build the student's confidence in speaking and understanding German.
• Adapt teaching methods and pace to the student's evolving needs.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with the student and the project manager.

Required profile

• Native or near-native proficiency in German.
• Proven experience teaching German as a second language, preferably one-to-one.
• A degree in German, Education, Linguistics or a related field is a plus.
• TEFL/TESOL certification or equivalent is preferred.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of German grammar, pronunciation and usage.
• Ability to create engaging, personalised lesson plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience and flexibility, and a student-centred approach.