German Language Instructor, Trainer

Position overview

DataArt is a global software engineering firm and a trusted technology partner for market leaders and visionaries. Our world-class team designs and engineers data-driven, cloud-native solutions to deliver immediate and enduring business value. We promote a culture of radical respect, prioritizing your personal well-being as much as your expertise. We stand firmly against prejudice and inequality, valuing each of our employees equally. We respect the autonomy of others before all else, offering remote, onsite, and hybrid work options. Our Learning and development centers, R&D labs, and mentorship programs encourage professional growth. Our long-term approach to collaboration with clients and colleagues alike focuses on building partnerships that extend beyond one-off projects. We provide the ability to switch between projects and technology stacks, creating opportunities for exploration through our learning and networking systems to advance your career. The majority of our clients are based in English‑speaking countries (primarily the US and the UK), as well as in the German‑speaking DACH region. Our corporate culture is built on open communication between delivery teams and clients, making strong spoken English and German essential. To support this, DataArt runs internal corporate language training programs aimed at helping colleagues effectively communicate with clients. As our client base in the DACH region continues to grow, the need for high‑quality German language instruction is also increasing. We are seeking an experienced German language professional who can work with adult learners and support intercultural communication. Type: Part‑time, contract Format: Remote Workload: 12 hours per week (3 hours per day, 4 days per week)

Responsibilities

• Conduct Business German for groups at B1-B2 levels (2 hours per working day).
• Facilitate a speaking club and grammar-focused sessions as part of the teaching load.
• Provide 5−6 hours of teaching per week.
• Conduct internal interviews to assess colleagues' German communication skills.
• Conduct German language proficiency interviews with candidates applying to DataArt (no technical background required; interview volume may vary—some weeks none, other weeks up to 3).
• Participate in monthly teachers' meetings (details to be discussed).

Requirements

• Degree in Germanistics, German Studies, or a related field; C1-level German or higher.
• 4+ years of professional teaching experience.
• Strong experience in online teaching and familiarity with digital tools (e.g., MS Teams, Zoom).
• Ability to manage small groups of adult learners while maintaining high engagement.
• English level: B1.

Nice to have

• Experience working in the IT sector and teaching corporate adult groups is an advantage.
• Grünes Diplom and/or study or work experience in German-speaking countries are considered advantages.