Secondary School - Substitute Teacher (f/m/d) On-call / Marginal Employment (Minijob)

Kleinmachnow

Part-time

Temporary

BBIS invites experienced educators to join our Secondary School Substitute Pool as on-call teachers (f/m/d).

Location: Kleinmachnow (Berlin region) – Local residency required.
Contract: Marginal employment (Minijob, up to €603/month).
Nature of work: On-call / Ad-hoc substitute teaching.
Rate: Competitive daily/hourly rate for days worked.
Start date: ASAP / Rolling intake.

About this role:
We are looking for reliable and professional Substitute Teachers to support our Secondary School. This is a framework agreement for on-call assignments. You will step in when our classroom teachers are absent, ensuring that learning continues seamlessly in an inquiry-based IB environment.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES

Classroom Supervision: Assist with the delivery of lessons and ensure classroom consistency (ages 11–18) by supporting students' learning activities and maintaining a safe, respectful, and productive environment.
Academic Continuity: Support the continuity of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) by helping students stay on track with their subject-specific assignments and daily routines.
Safety & Conduct: Ensure the safety and well-being of students in accordance with our Child Safeguarding Policy and maintain high standards of student conduct.

YOUR QUALIFICATION

Experience: Proven experience working with teenagers/young adults in a formal educational setting (e.g., secondary schools, certified tutoring, or youth work).
Work Permit: A valid German work permit is mandatory at the time of application.
Flexibility: Ability to respond to short-notice assignments (calls often between 6:00 and 7:00 AM).
Education: A background in a specific subject area (English, Math, Science, etc.) or Pedagogy is highly preferred.
Language: Professional fluency in English (C2/Native).
Mindset: Reliable, resilient, and a positive "can-do" attitude aligned with the IB Learner Profile.

MANDATORY LEGAL CHECKLIST:

No employment contract can be issued without the following documents:

Valid German Work & Residence Permit
Current Meldebescheinigung (Registration) or similar proof of address
Proof of Measles Immunity
Extended Police Clearance (Erweitertes Führungszeugnis)
German Tax ID
German Health Insurance
SEPA bank account
Proof of completed child protection / safeguarding training (invitation will follow)

About us

BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is an independent, state-approved, English-medium day and boarding school serving the internationally minded community of Germany's capital region and beyond. Committed to inclusion and a global outlook, BBIS is one of Europe's leading International Baccalaureate (IB) schools, proudly offering all three IB programmes – the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP), from primary through secondary to university preparation. In the current school year, our school teaches around 900 students representing over 75 nationalities.

WORKING AT BBIS MEANS:

Having an impact. With professional competence and enthusiasm, we are improving the educational level day by day – and you too can make a difference on this journey.
Continuous growth. We provide professional training and induction to set you up for success in your role.
Pushing boundaries. Everyone matters equally, taking on new challenges together alongside inspiring colleagues from all over the world.
Having fun at work and beyond. Join our team events – there's always something to celebrate! Or make use of our fitness facilities to find your balance.
Feeling at home. Enjoy our green campus, our relocation service, and our international, open-minded community.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ANTI-RACISM

Inclusion is at the heart of our core values at BBIS, reflecting our mission to inspire every member of our learning community to become a responsible, compassionate global citizen. We actively welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as BIPOC, those with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those traditionally underrepresented in the international school community.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow international 'Safer Recruitment' protocols. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including a 10-year employment history check, satisfactory references, and enhanced police checks (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) from all countries in which you have lived for more than 6 months during the last 10 years.

MANDATORY LEGAL CHECKLIST & SAFER RECRUITING

To comply with German legal requirements and our high Safeguarding and CIS accreditation standards, the following documentation is required before the start of employment:

Work Permit: Valid German permit preferred; visa support available for long-term commitments.
Measles Immunity: Medical proof (if born after 1970).
Degrees: Original certificate + official proof of comparability.
Background Checks: Police clearances from all countries of residence (needed early for mandatory Unterrichtsanzeige).
Chronological CV: Complete professional history overview (CIS requirement).
Safeguarding Training: Mandatory BBIS session (invitation follows).

YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS:

Step 1: Submit your CV or professional profile (e.g. via Search Associates or LinkedIn) through our BBIS careers page. Please ensure your professional history is listed chronologically, in line with international safeguarding standards.
Step 2: Join a first conversation via video call (approx. 45 minutes).
Step 3: Visit our BBIS campus (approx. 60 minutes).
Step 4: Provide contact details of at least two professional referees, including your current or most recent supervisor. Confidential vetting is a mandatory part of our safer recruiting process.
Step 5: Complete the final verification of your documents from the Mandatory Legal Checklist, followed by official feedback and/or a contract offer.

We look forward to receiving your application!