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About Our School
At WABE International School, we are an international, diverse, and inclusive community. We pursue the discovery of the World, Self, and Others through progressive pedagogy with the goal of empowering our students to unfold their true talents and potential as compassionate human beings. We place equal emphasis on Social-Emotional Learning and 21st Century Skill development, and we are building a pedagogical approach that provides ample room for teacher autonomy and innovation. As a young school finishing its 8th year, teachers have a unique opportunity to join our team at a point myriad opportunities remain for their own authorship of our program.

What We Look For
At WABE, we’ve set out to build a school where creativity thrives in a diverse and responsive environment. We value the storied experiences of teachers from all backgrounds and the importance of that experience in stimulating empathy and understanding in our students. We believe that planning, communication, and flexibility are vital for our success, and we value teachers who bring experience in these skills to the table. Our school community holds the concept of ‚Lead with Love‘ as a central guiding tenant, which informs our engagement with all members of our community. Our teachers identify with and adhere to the WABE Spirit: Everyone a learner, Everyone a teacher, All Hands on Deck.

How to Apply
Please send a CV and brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position your alignment with the mission of the school to karriere@wabeinternationalschool.de

Teaching positions - Positions open for 2026

Below you will find an overview of all currently open jobs at WABE International School. Click on the plus for detailed information.

Start Date: August 1, 2023

About the Position
ISC is looking for a German language teacher with experience in teaching Secondary (Grades 5-10). This is a full-time classroom position. The curriculum taught is primarily based on the programme from the German state of Schleswig- Holstein. This teacher will also be asked to teach interdisciplinary project-based learning courses during the afternoon program as needed.

About Our School
At WABE International School, we are an international, diverse, and inclusive community. We pursue the discovery of the World, Self, and Others through progressive pedagogy with the goal of empowering our students to unfold their true talents and potential as compassionate human beings. We place equal emphasis on Social-Emotional Learning and 21st Century Skill development, and we are building a pedagogical approach that provides ample room for teacher autonomy and innovation. As a young school finishing its 7th year, teachers have a unique opportunity to join our team at a point where many of the most difficult start-up challenges have been solved, yet myriad opportunities remain for their own authorship of our program.

What We Look For
At WIS, we’ve set out to build a school where creativity thrives in a diverse and responsive environment. We believe that planning, communication, and flexibility are vital for our success, and we value teachers who bring experience in these skills to the table. Our teachers identify with and adhere to the WIS Spirit: Teach Your Heart Out, Never Stop Learning, All Hands on Deck, and Lead with Love.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare & teach German to a selection of students from Grades 5-10.

  • Prepare & teach afternoon program lessons as needed (not applicable to part-time)

  • Administer and model ISC’s school policies and procedures (e.g., attendance, dress code, etc.).

  • Regularly collect, track, and communicate student performance and growth.

  • Maintain regular email correspondence with parents and students.

Benefits

  • Salary: 48,000-56,000 euros (for full-time compensation).

  • Relocation: provided for all teachers outside of Germany. Amount depends on individual circumstances such as distance and dependents.

  • Experience in international education.

  • Ability to shape the future of a developing international school.

  • Opportunity to work as part of a young, community-driven team of educators.

Qualifications

Required

  • Native-level German Language Mastery

  • Professional Mastery of the English Language

  • 3 years of teaching experience

  • Education:

    • Either: Master’s degree in German

    • OR: Bachelor’s degree in German with Master’s Degree in Education

    • OR: German Teaching license for the subject of Germ

Desired

  • Experience with IB Curriculum

  • Non-traditional work experience

To apply, please send CV & Cover letter to karriere@wabeinternationalschool.de

Start Date: Late July 2026

About the Position
WABE International School is looking for a qualified German Language teacher with experience in teaching between Grades 6-10 and in the International Baccalaureate Programme in Grades 11 and 12. This is a full-time classroom position initially for an initial two-year duration, with a potential opportunity to extend.

About Our School
At WABE International School, we are an international, diverse, and inclusive community. We pursue the discovery of the World, Self, and Others through progressive pedagogy with the goal of empowering our students to unfold their true talents and potential as compassionate human beings. We place equal emphasis on social-emotional learning and 21st-century skill development, and we are building a pedagogical approach that provides ample room for teacher autonomy and
innovation.

What We Look For
At WIS, we’ve set out to build a school where creativity thrives in a diverse and responsive environment. We value the storied experiences of teachers from all backgrounds and the importance of that experience in stimulating empathy and understanding in our students. We believe that planning, communication, and flexibility are vital for our success, and we value teachers who bring experience in these skills to the table. Our school community holds the concept of ‚Lead with Love‘ as a central guiding principle, which informs our engagement with all members of our
community. Our teachers identify with and adhere to the WIS Spirit: Everyone a Teacher, Everyone a Learner, All Hands on Deck, Lead with Love. We seek teachers who believe that all students, and indeed themselves, can succeed and live out this belief in their practice.

How to Apply
Please send a CV (containing at least two contacts for references, with your current address) and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your teaching might your align with the mission of our school to claire.pastoors@wabeinternationalschool.de

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and teach high-quality lessons

  • Administer and model WIS’s school policies and procedures (e.g., Child Protection, Non-
    Discrimination, code of conduct, etc.)

  • Maintain gradebooks in line with organisational requirements that is backed by fair, accurate
    and transparent assessments

  • Communicate in a timely, respectful and situationally appropriate manner between
    students, teachers and parents

  • Participate in collaboration sessions, conferences and school-wide events

  • Engage in professional development

  • Support the school’s commitment to being an inclusive community

  • Be comfortable using technology to support learning and lesson delivery

Benefits

  • Relocation allowance for candidates outside of Europe

  • Employment in an internationally minded, diverse education setting with students and staff
    from over 53 different nations

  • Close proximity to Hamburg, a world-class, exciting and diverse city

  • Experience of ‘Doing School Differently’ in a school that focuses on social and emotional
    growth as well as academic progress

  • Opportunity to work as part of a highly motivated, community-driven team of educators

  • Opportunity to co-create and deliver Inquiry-Based Learning courses in both our Morning and Afternoon Programmes

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum of three years of applicable teaching experience, specifically in German

  • Native-level German

  • Master’s degree in German (preferable) or a second Language

  • Bachelor’s degree in German

  • Valid teaching qualification and license (PGCE/QTS or equivalent)

  • Passion for social-emotional learning

Desired, though not essential

  • Experience teaching within an International School setting or a German State School setting

It is the operational policy of WABE International School not to discriminate against any person on
the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation or affectional preference, age,
or disability in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This policy of non- discrimination covers
school programs and activities, including but not limited to: academics, admissions, financial aid and employment.

Please note that WABE International School will undertake criminal background, social media and reference checks on all candidates.

Start Date: Mid-March 2026

About the Position
WABE International School is looking for a qualified English Language teacher with experience in teaching between Grades 6-9. This is a full-time classroom position initially for an initial one-year duration to cover a maternity leave.

About Our School
At WABE International School, we are an international, diverse, and inclusive community. We pursue the discovery of the World, Self, and Others through progressive pedagogy with the goal of empowering our students to unfold their true talents and potential as compassionate human beings. We place equal emphasis on social-emotional learning and 21st-century skill development, and we are building a pedagogical approach that provides ample room for teacher autonomy and
innovation.

What We Look For
At WIS, we’ve set out to build a school where creativity thrives in a diverse and responsive environment. We value the storied experiences of teachers from all backgrounds and the importance of that experience in stimulating empathy and understanding in our students. We believe that planning, communication, and flexibility are vital for our success, and we value teachers who bring experience in these skills to the table. Our school community holds the concept of ‚Lead with Love‘ as a central guiding principle, which informs our engagement with all members of our community. Our teachers identify with and adhere to the WIS Spirit: Everyone a Teacher, Everyone a Learner, All Hands on Deck, Lead with Love. We seek teachers who believe that all students, and indeed themselves, can succeed and live out this belief in their practice.

How to Apply
Please send a CV (containing at least two contacts for references, with your current address) and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your teaching might your align with the mission of our school to claire.pastoors@wabeinternationalschool.de

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and teach high-quality lessons

  • Administer and model WIS’s school policies and procedures (e.g., Child Protection, Non-
    Discrimination, code of conduct, etc.)

  • Maintain gradebooks in line with organisational requirements that is backed by fair, accurate
    and transparent assessments

  • Communicate in a timely, respectful and situationally appropriate manner between
    students, teachers and parents

  • Participate in collaboration sessions, conferences and school-wide events

  • Engage in professional development

  • Support the school’s commitment to being an inclusive community

  • Be comfortable using technology to support learning and lesson delivery

Benefits

  • Relocation allowance for candidates outside of Europe

  • Employment in an internationally minded educational setting with students and staff from
    over 53 different nations

  • Close proximity to Hamburg, a world-class, exciting and diverse city

  • Experience of ‘Doing School Differently’ in a school that focuses on social and emotional
    growth, as well as academic progress

  • Opportunity to work as part of a highly motivated, community-minded team of educators

  • Opportunity to co-create and deliver Inquiry-Based Learning courses in both our Morning and Afternoon Programmes

Qualifications

Required

  • Visa/work permit in place to work in Germany

  • Minimum of two years of applicable teaching experience, specifically in English teaching (
    main class mother tongue level)

  • Native-level English

  • Master’s degree in English (preferable) or a second Language

  • Bachelor’s degree in English

  • Valid teaching qualification and license (PGCE/QTS or equivalent)

  • Passion for social-emotional learning

Desired, though not essential

  • Experience teaching within an International School setting

It is the operational policy of WABE International School not to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation or affectional preference, age, or disability in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This policy of non- discrimination covers school programs and activities, including but not limited to: academics, admissions, financial aid and employment.

Please note that WABE International School will undertake criminal background, social media and reference checks on all candidates.

Start Date: Early August 2026

About the Position
WABE International School is looking for a qualified Social Studies teacher with experience in teaching within Secondary School Level. This is a full-time classroom position initially for a two-year duration with the potential to extend for the right candidate. This teacher may also be asked to teach interdisciplinary project-based learning courses during our afternoon programme as needed, such as one of our Guild programmes.

About Our School
At WABE International School, we are an international, diverse, and inclusive community. We pursue the discovery of the World, Self, and Others through progressive pedagogy with the goal of empowering our students to unfold their true talents and potential as compassionate human beings. We place equal emphasis on social-emotional learning and 21st -century skill development, and we are building a pedagogical approach that provides ample room for teacher autonomy and innovation.

What We Look For
At WIS, we’ve set out to build a school where creativity thrives in a diverse and responsive environment. We value the storied experiences of teachers from all backgrounds and the importance of that experience in stimulating empathy and understanding in our students. We believe that planning, communication, and flexibility are vital for our success, and we value teachers who bring experience in these skills to the table. Our school community holds the concept of ‚Lead with Love‘ as a central guiding tenant, which informs our engagement with all members of our community. Our teachers identify with and adhere to the WIS Spirit: Everyone a Teacher, Everyone a Learner, All Hands on Deck, Lead with Love. We seek teachers who believe that all students, and indeed themselves, can succeed and live out this belief in their practice.

How to Apply
Please send a CV (containing at least two contacts for references, with your current address) and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your teaching might your align with the mission of our school to claire.pastoors@wabeinternationalschool.de

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and teach high-quality lessons

  • Prepare and teach lessons in sister subjects and/or afternoon program sessions as needed.

  • Administer and model WIS’s school policies and procedures (e.g., Child Protection, attendance, code of conduct, etc.).

  • Maintain gradebooks in line with organisational requirements that is backed by fair, accurate and transparent assessments.

  • Communicate in a timely, respectful and situationally appropriate manner between students, teachers and parents.

  • Participate in collaboration sessions, conferences and school-wide events.

  • Engage in professional development.

  • Support the school’s commitment to being a diverse, inclusive community.

  • Be comfortable using technology to support learning and lesson delivery

Benefits

  • Relocation allowance for candidates outside of Europe

  • Employment in an internationally minded, diverse educational setting with students and staff from over 53 different nations

  • Close proximity to Hamburg, a world-class, exciting and very liveable city

  • Experience of ‘Doing School Differently’ in a school that focuses on social and emotional growth as well as academic progress

  • Opportunity to work as part of a highly motivated, community-driven team of educators

  • Opportunity to co-create and deliver Project Based Learning courses in both our Morning and Afternoon Programmes.

Qualifications

Required

  • Valid teaching qualification and license for teaching Social Studies in a school setting (PGCE/QTS or equivalent)

  • Minimum of three years of applicable teaching experience in Social Studies in a formal school setting

  • Native-level English skills

  • Master’s degree (in addition to a Bachelor’s degree in a related subject)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy/Economics and Politics

  • Passion for social-emotional learning and working with people from diverse backgrounds

It is the operational policy of WABE International School not to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation or affectional preference, age, or disability in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This policy of non- discrimination covers school programs and activities, including but not limited to: academics, admissions, financial aid and employment.

Please note that WABE International School will undertake criminal background, social media and reference checks on all candidates.

Start Date: Early August 2026

About the Position
WABE International School is looking for a qualified Visual Arts teacher with experience in teaching within both Primary and Secondary Level. This is a full-time classroom position initially for a two-year duration with the potential to extend for the right candidate. This teacher may also be asked to teach interdisciplinary project-based learning courses during our afternoon programme as needed, such as one of our Guild programmes.

About Our School
At WABE International School, we are an international, diverse, and inclusive community. We pursue the discovery of the World, Self, and Others through progressive pedagogy with the goal of empowering our students to unfold their true talents and potential as compassionate human beings. We place equal emphasis on social-emotional learning and 21st -century skill development, and we are building a pedagogical approach that provides ample room for teacher autonomy and innovation.

What We Look For
At WIS, we’ve set out to build a school where creativity thrives in a diverse and responsive environment. We value the storied experiences of teachers from all backgrounds and the importance of that experience in stimulating empathy and understanding in our students. We believe that planning, communication, and flexibility are vital for our success, and we value teachers who bring experience in these skills to the table. Our school community holds the concept of ‚Lead with Love‘ as a central guiding tenant, which informs our engagement with all members of our community. Our teachers identify with and adhere to the WIS Spirit: Everyone a Teacher, Everyone a Learner, All Hands on Deck, Lead with Love. We seek teachers who believe that all students, and indeed themselves, can succeed and live out this belief in their practice.

How to Apply
Please send a CV (containing at least two contacts for references, with your current address) and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your teaching might your align with the mission of our school to claire.pastoors@wabeinternationalschool.de

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and teach high-quality lessons

  • Prepare and teach lessons in sister subjects and/or afternoon program sessions as needed.

  • Administer and model WIS’s school policies and procedures (e.g., Child Protection, attendance, code of conduct, etc.).

  • Maintain gradebooks in line with organisational requirements that is backed by fair, accurate and transparent assessments.

  • Communicate in a timely, respectful and situationally appropriate manner between students, teachers and parents.

  • Participate in collaboration sessions, conferences and school-wide events.

  • Engage in professional development.

  • Support the school’s commitment to being a diverse, inclusive community.

  • Be comfortable using technology to support learning and lesson delivery

Benefits

  • Relocation allowance for candidates outside of Europe

  • Employment in an internationally minded, diverse educational setting with students and staff from over 53 different nations

  • Close proximity to Hamburg, a world-class, exciting and very liveable city

  • Experience of ‘Doing School Differently’ in a school that focuses on social and emotional growth as well as academic progress

  • Opportunity to work as part of a highly motivated, community-driven team of educators

  • Opportunity to co-create and deliver Project Based Learning courses in both our Morning and Afternoon Programmes.

Qualifications

Required

  • Valid teaching qualification and license for teaching Visual Art in a school setting (PGCE/QTS or equivalent)

  • Minimum of three years of applicable teaching experience in Visual Arts in a formal school setting

  • Native-level English skills

  • Master’s degree (in addition to a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts )

  • Bachelor’s degree in Visual Art

  • Passion for social-emotional learning and working with people from diverse backgrounds

It is the operational policy of WABE International School not to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation or affectional preference, age, or disability in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This policy of non- discrimination covers school programs and activities, including but not limited to: academics, admissions, financial aid and employment.

Please note that WABE International School will undertake criminal background, social media and reference checks on all candidates.

Any questions?

Claire Pastoors

Meet Claire, our Head of School

Call us (04101) 80 503 00 or get to know us

personally to get a better impression:​

Request a visit

Any questions?

Claire Pastoors

Meet Claire, our Head of School

Call us (04101) 80 503 00 or get to know us

personally to get a better impression:​

Request a visit
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