Regional German Teachers‘ Training Programme
Call for Applications
The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with a global reach. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation.
The Goethe-Institut South Africa is inviting suitable applicants for a training programme that will run from 1 January 2023 – 31 December 2023 and that will focus on Teaching of German as a Foreign Language at the Goethe-Institut.
Programme Outline:
- B2 – C1 intensive German online language course
- Supervised observation of German lessons and preparation of small teaching units
- Assisting as a tutor in the self-learn centre
- 2 Evaluated demonstration lessons in Johannesburg
- Online training in didactics and teaching methodology: 12 modules
- Training and accreditation as A1 – A2 Goethe-examiner
- South African citizenship and place of residence Johannesburg or Pretoria
- BA Degree in German Studies, Linguistics, another language or a comparable degree
- Proof of a very good B1 German language proficiency
- Full-time availability for the duration of the programme, also in Johannesburg
- Above-average commitment, considering the scope and duration of the programme
- Strong interest in teaching
- Openness to new teaching methods, especially digital tools and online learning
- Ability to work in a team, intercultural competence, diligence, resilience and reliability
- Flexibility and willingness to work in the evening and also on weekends
- After successful completion of programme: Availability to teach for the Goethe-Institut in Johannesburg or Pretoria in the evening and weekends, and also conduct exams
- Free participation in training programme
- Motivated course participants
- Access to the newest teaching material
- Inclusion in an international, diverse, dynamic and highly competent team
- Possibility of appointment as course instructor after successful completion of training
- Possibility to continue with qualification Deutsch Lehren Lernen after successful completion of training.
- Small monthly stipend
Dr. Amanda de Beer: amanda.de-beer@goethe.de