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. Applicants from non-EU countries must have a valid work permit for Ireland.
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The training as a German teacher at the Goethe-Institut leads to the Grünes Diplomcertificate, 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 Republic of Ireland.
Please fill out the application form and send us your application materials:
Application Form
Professional development and training for German teachers at the Goethe-Institut
FAQ
You can start teaching after completing the observation phase and the first successful demonstration lesson.
After successful completion of the observation phase, you can start teaching at the Goethe-Institut on a contractual basis. There is no employment guarantee.
That depends on the fulfilled prerequisites and on how quickly you can complete the DLL modules. On average, the training takes about 12-18 months.
Your financial contribution to the training program is the cost of the DLL modules.
