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# Lehrer/-in Grundschule - Primary School Teacher AY27/28 at GESS

- **Company:** GESS
- **Location:** Singapore
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-24
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/gess/417a077b-0b4e-44fa-9504-d424d0d6f451

## Job description

German European School Singapore (GESS) is a world class, not for profit International School in Singapore that offers both the German Curriculum stream and the IB Curriculum stream.

Currently, more than 1850 students are learning at our international school supported by more than 400 full time and part time academic and administrative staff members.

Ab 1. August 2027 suchen wir eine Grundschullehrkraft, die gemäß deutschem Grundschulcurriculum an der Deutsch Europäischen Schule in Singapur als Klassenleitung unterrichtet.

We are looking for a Primary School Teacher to deliver the German primary school curriculum from 1st August 2027.

Aufgaben

- Klassenleitung & Fachunterricht in der Grundschule
- Mitarbeit im Jahrgangsstufenteam
- Proaktives Engagement in der Schulentwicklung
- Teilnahme an Meetings und Personalentwicklungsmaßnahmen sowie Ausführung von Aufsichten
- Proaktive Elternkommunikation und Mitarbeit in der Außendarstellung der Schule
- Aktive Teilnahme am Schulleben

Anforderungen

- Abgeschlossene Lehramtsausbildung für das Grundschullehramt (2. Staatsexamen oder gleichwertig)
- Kenntnisse über und Erfahrung mit dem deutschen Grundschullehrplan
- Fließende Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse, da die Unterrichtssprache Deutsch ist
- Fähigkeit zum eigenständigen Arbeiten sowie für die Arbeit im Team
- Arbeitserfahrung an internationalen Schulen wünschenswert
- Humorvolle und belastbare Persönlichkeit mit Freude am Unterrichten und Erziehen junger Menschen
- Erfahrung mit Unterrichtsmethoden, die zum individualisierten Lernen führen
- Sichere Computerkenntnisse und Erfahrung in der Einbindung der neuen Medien in den Fachunterricht
- Aufgeschlossenheit zur Mitarbeit in einem internationalen Team

## Responsibilities

- Teaching a primary school homeroom class
- Plan collaboratively with grade level team
- Proactive participation in school development
- Attend meetings, complete supervision duties, participate in professional development
- Proactive communication with parents and contribution to the representation of the school
- Be an active member of the school community

## Requirements

- Recognised teaching qualification (2. Staatsexamen or equivalent recognized teaching qualification)
- Knowledge, understanding or teaching experience of the German primary school curriculum
- Articulate and effective written and oral communication in German and English, as the medium of instruction is German
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience of working in an international school setting advantageous
- Humorous and resilient personality with passion for teaching and educating of primary students
- Experience with teaching methods that empower individualistic learning
- Good computer skills and experience integrating new media into the class
- Openness to work in an international team

Sie freuen sich darauf, in einem internationalen und ambitionierten Team zusammenzuarbeiten, Ihr Fachwissen zu teilen und die Schule zu repräsentieren. Sie kommunizieren souverän und situationsübergreifend mit verschiedenen Zielgruppen und nutzen Ihre Expertise, um starke Beziehungen innerhalb der GESS Community aufzubauen. Sie sind bereit, Ihren Unterricht auf höchstem Niveau zu gestalten. Die Schule bietet mit ihrer Ausstattung und Organisation beste Möglichkeiten zur eigenen professionellen Weiterentwicklung und fördert außerdem die Weiterbildung der Mitarbeitenden durch zum Beispiel vielfältige Schulungen und Seminare.

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships across the GESS community.

Our School The German European School Singapore (GESS) is a multi-lingual, not-for-profit, German international school in Singapore with a distinct European flavour. As an accredited ‘Excellent German School Abroad’, the German Section of GESS offers all major German school leaving certificates.

Our European Section offers tuition in English for students from grade 1 - 12 across all three IB programmes (the PYP, the MYP and the IB Diploma Programme) as an authorised IB World School.

Children aged 2 years onwards can enroll in our Preschool where children are following the PYP programme in German-speaking, English-speaking or bilingual groups. In addition to an outstanding academic education, GESS strives to teach students community values such as respect, openness and diversity.

To Apply We offer an exciting working environment in an international and cooperative team. Your application should include a letter of application and your complete resume. Please indicate your reasons for applying for the position.

Our Selection Process At GESS we adhere to fair employment practices that consist of hiring practices that are fair, merit-based and non-discriminatory.

We are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and child protection as we promote the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including satisfactory reference and background checks and the offer of employment will be subject to the completion of these. In addition, the visa entry requirements for Singapore are subject to certain requirements being met. This includes but is not limited to, mandatory diphtheria and measles vaccination requirements for children attending school in Singapore will need to be in place prior to arriving in Singapore in order for the criteria for a child Dependent Pass to be met and the visa granted. Further information on this will be shared at interview stage if applicable.

Please note, that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Safeguarding Commitment GESS is committed to our responsibilities for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people. We actively recruit candidates who share our commitment to safeguarding and, therefore, apply robust and comprehensive recruitment and selection procedures. We expect all appointed staff to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant GESS Safeguarding Policy and Procedures. If the job holder identifies any instance that a child may be harmed or are at risk of harm (physically or emotionally) in any environment, they must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead or a member of the Safeguarding Team.

CPE registration number: S72SS0010G Registration period: 22 June, 2023 – 21 June, 2029

## About GESS

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: GESS is a not-for-profit international school in Singapore offering both the International Baccalaureate (IB) and German curricula to students aged 2 to 18.
- **Entity Type**: Private (not-for-profit school association led by an elected committee)
- **Headquarters**: Singapore (2 Dairy Farm Lane, Singapore 677621)
- **Founded**: 1971
- **Founders**: Founded by a group of parents (specific names not publicly listed)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Education (International School)
- **Target customers**: B2C – families and students (ages 2–18) from diverse nationalities; 68 nationalities represented
- **Mission / purpose**: “To empower our students in making a positive contribution to the world of tomorrow” – developing confident, forward-looking students through respect, openness and diversity.

## Products & Services
- **International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme**: English‑speaking curriculum stream leading to IB diploma.
- **German Abitur Programme**: German curriculum stream taught in German.
- **Language Programmes**: Over 15 languages taught both integrated and after school, leveraging a student body speaking 70 languages.
- **BeyondClassrooms Programme**: Partnerships with 15 leading global companies and organisations (internships, industry expert talks, hands‑on STEM programmes) to give students real‑world insights.
- **Co‑curricular Activities**: 200+ programmes and activities offered outside the classroom.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not applicable (not‑for‑profit entity; no disclosed valuation)
- **Key Metric**: Total student enrolment of over 1,850 students supported by 400+ full‑time and part‑time staff (as of latest data)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: 15 global companies and organisations for the BeyondClassrooms programme; HoneyKids Asia “Singapore International School of the Year 2023”
- **Growth Signals**: Moved to a new state‑of‑the‑art campus in August 2018; student community has grown to 1,850 while retaining community feel; accredited by five education organisations

## Competitive Advantages
- **Holistic, dual‑curriculum offering**: One of few schools globally offering both IB and German Abitur, catering to a diverse, multilingual community.
- **Strong community governance**: Parent‑led board of governors and school association drive strategic direction, ensuring reinvestment of every dollar into teaching and learning.
- **Five international accreditations**: A select number of schools globally achieve this level of recognition.
- **Language and cultural richness**: 68 nationalities, 70 languages, and over 15 languages taught – a unique multicultural environment.

## Strategic Focus
- **Current priorities**: Continuing to innovate teaching and learning, expanding experiential learning through the BeyondClassrooms programme, and maintaining a strong, inclusive community culture.
- **Growth direction**: Attracting top teaching talent, investing in staff development, and further strengthening partnerships with global organisations.

## Why Work Here
- **Great Place to Work® Certified**: GESS participated in the Trust Index© Employee survey and earned certification, with employees citing a positive environment, supportive colleagues, and caring policies.
- **Meaningful Work**: Staff contribute to empowering students to make a positive impact on the world.
- **Amazing People**: Collaborative community with passionate, committed colleagues from all over the globe.
- **Great Benefits**: Well‑being prioritised for staff and their families.
- **Grow and Learn**: Investment in professional development and career growth.
- **Flexibility**: Work‑life integration supported, understanding the challenges of an international school setting.
- **Work mode**: On‑site roles (Singapore campus); part‑time and full‑time positions available.

## Sources
1. [gess.edu.sg – Careers](https://www.gess.edu.sg/en/careers)
2. [gess.edu.sg – Jobs](https://www.gess.edu.sg/en/careers/jobs-at-our-international-school-in-singapore)
3. [gess.edu.sg – About Our School](https://www.gess.edu.sg/en/about)
4. [jobs.lever.co/gess](https://jobs.lever.co/gess)
5. [gess.edu.sg – Great Place to Work](https://www.gess.edu.sg/en/careers/great-place-to-work)

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