In a drive to expand its language course offerings, the Goethe-Institut is looking for college/university graduates who are interested in becoming certified as instructors of German as a Foreign Language (DaF – Deutsch als Fremdsprache). The Goethe-Institut is offering a continuing education programme for this certification. The Grünes Diplom is the worldwide standardised certification for DaF instructors at Goethe-Institut locations abroad. Candidates must have a valid work permit for the United Kingdom.
The training as a German teacher at the Goethe-Institut leads to the Grünes Diplom certificate, a globally standardised qualification for teachers of German as a foreign language at Goethe-Instituts abroad. The holders of Grünes Diplom are eligible to teach the entire course portfolio of the Goethe-Institut.
phases of continuous education and training
Your financial contribution to the training program is the cost of the DLL modules.
admission requirements
- A college/university degree
- German as a native language or at C1 level as definded by the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR)
- A degree in Teaching German as a Foreign Language (DaF) or
- Completed DLL-Standard course packet in teaching methods
Application and selection process
The Goethe-Institut is committed to the equal treatment of sexes in the workplace. The Goethe-Institut is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must have a valid work permit for the United Kingdom.Please fill out the application form and send us your application materials:
A written agreement is signed between the participant and the Goethe-Institut about participation in the continuing education program.
Application Form