What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at German International School Washington D.C.?
Job Posting
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Who we are:
The German International School Washington D.C. (GISW) is a leading international school in the Washington DC
metro area. For over 60 years, GISW has been teaching children from preschool through twelfth grade. Aside from
being the first MINT-EC school in the USA, GISW offers a U.S. High School Diploma as well as a German
International Abitur (DIA) to its students.
The German International School Washington D.C. seeks a Preschool teacher.
OPENING BEGINS: Immediately or (2025/26 school year)
GENERAL
This is a full-time position, which requires 30 hours per week on site.
INFORMATION:
Supervises children ages 2-4, and plans age-appropriate activities
Introduces the children to the German language and deepens the language skills
of the children
Becomes familiar with the tenets of the Preschool program and adheres to the
DESCRIPTION: core mission
Works with the parents during the programs, as appropriate, and responds to
parent inquiries
Participates in teacher training and staff meetings
Basic computer skills
Fulfills all the requirements to be a preschool teacher under the rules of the
Office of Child Care (OCC) and be evaluated as a teacher by the OCC
Holds an associate’s degree in early childhood education or holds a
Erzieher/in certification or a related field
Minimum of one-year full time teaching experience in a licensed preschool
All teaching is conducted in German. Therefore, excellent German language
REQUIREMENTS: skills, both written and spoken, are required, and good English language skills
are also expected
Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to work independently
Team-oriented work style with strong communication skills to collaborate
effectively with colleagues, parents, and children
Openness to new learning and development opportunities
Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Personal Leave
Sick Leave
BENEFITS Paid Holidays
Employer paid Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan with generous employer match
*Benefits may vary depending on employment status*
To Apply: Please submit your application to Human Resources at jobs@giswashington.org.
The German International School Washington D.C. does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, age or disability in the
administration of its hiring, educational policy, admissions, financial aid practices, or of
its athletic and other school-administered programs.
