JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Kindergarten Educator for the under 6 department commencing February 1st, 2025

The International German School HCMC (IGS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced educator
to work in a group setting in the U6 department.

Your Responsibilities as an Educator:

Pedagogical Care and Support:
Design and implement age-appropriate educational and developmental activities in accordance with educational plans.
Foster the individual development of each child, particularly in the areas of language, motor skills, and social-emotional behavior.
Observe and document developmental progress.

Creating the Learning Environment:
Establish an inspiring and safe environment that encourages exploration and learning.
Creatively design group rooms and maintain materials.

Collaboration with Parents:
Regularly communicate and consult with parents about their children’s development.
Organize and conduct parent evenings and consultations.

Teamwork and Professional Development:
Collaborate with colleagues to further develop the educational concept.
Participate in professional development opportunities for personal and career growth.

Organization and Administration:
Plan and execute excursions, projects, and events.
Maintain documentation, such as portfolio work.

Requirements:
Completed degree in education or a related field, or completed training as an educator.
Familiarity with international educational standards and an intercultural environment.
Enthusiasm for promoting STEM education in the U6 area.
Excellent communication skills in German and English.

Application Deadline: December 31, 2024.

Two Primary School Teachers (m/f/d)

About Us:
Our school is a dynamic international educational institution in Ho Chi Minh City, striving to create a forward-thinking learning environment. With a special focus on open learning landscapes, project-based learning, and fostering scientific competencies, we aim to develop a modern, inspiring learning culture.
Our vision is to prepare students for a rapidly changing world by implementing innovative teaching methods and nurturing the individual potential of each student. We emphasize creative, interdisciplinary learning that ignites curiosity and fosters a passion for scientific discovery.

Your Responsibilities:
• Designing and developing open learning environments that promote self-directed and project-based learning.
• Encouraging students’ scientific competencies through creative, experimental, and hands-on methods.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop and implement innovative teaching concepts.
• Contributing to the school’s transformation into a modern, research-oriented educational institution.
• Participating in interdisciplinary projects and school events that strengthen our multicultural and diverse community.

Your Profile:
• A degree in primary education or a comparable qualification.
• Enthusiasm for innovative educational approaches, particularly open learning environments and interdisciplinary teaching.
• Interest in the development of modern teaching methodologies and school concepts.
• Ideally, initial experience or strong interest in promoting scientific competencies.
• Additional qualifications or experience in German as a Foreign Language (DaF) or German in Subject Teaching (DFU) are an asset.
• A team player with creativity, dedication, and a willingness to shape and advance our school.

What We Offer:
• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team committed to the development of a modern, forward-thinking school.
• A dynamic, international work environment with room for your ideas and initiatives.
• Support through professional development and exchange within the team.
• A supportive school community that values diversity and creativity.
• An attractive salary package and assistance with settling into life in Ho Chi Minh City.

Join our team and help shape the school of tomorrow!

Secondary School Teachers (m/f/d) for History, Physical Education, Mathematics, and Science (with IB Experience) starting August 2025

About Us:
Our school is a dynamic international educational institution in Ho Chi Minh City, dedicated to implementing innovative teaching methods and forward-thinking school development. We focus on open learning landscapes, interdisciplinary and project-based learning, with a strong emphasis on the sciences.

Our vision is to create a school that empowers students in their individual development and prepares them for the challenges of a globalized world. We emphasize multilingualism, particularly German as a Foreign Language (DaF), and integrate the German language into subject teaching (DFU). In addition, our curriculum aligns with international standards such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) program.

Your Responsibilities:
• Teaching History, Physical Education, Mathematics, or Science in the secondary school, using modern and innovative teaching methods.
• Promoting interdisciplinary and self-directed learning within open learning environments.
• Planning and implementing projects that encourage scientific thinking, cultural awareness, and physical well-being.
• Applying DaF/DFU strategies to support students’ linguistic and subject-specific skills.
• Planning and delivering lessons in line with the requirements of the IB program.
• Collaborating with colleagues and the school leadership team to develop and implement innovative educational concepts.

Your Profile:
• A teaching degree or comparable qualification in one of the relevant subjects (History, Physical Education, Mathematics, Science).
• Experience in teaching within the International Baccalaureate (IB) program or a willingness to familiarize yourself with its requirements.
• Passion for innovative educational approaches and project-based learning.
• Experience or interest in integrating German as a Foreign Language (DaF) or German in Subject Teaching (DFU).
• Ability to inspire students with creative, interactive, and modern teaching methods.
• A team player with dedication and a willingness to actively contribute to school development.

What We Offer:
• An international, dynamic school community that values innovation and diversity.
• Room to implement your own ideas and initiatives.
• Professional support through training, particularly in IB, DaF/DFU, and innovative teaching methods.
• An attractive salary package and assistance with living and working in Ho Chi Minh City.

Join our team and help shape the school of tomorrow!

HOW CAN YOU APPLY FOR A JOB WITH US?

Do you have the required qualifications and relevant experience? You are welcome to apply all year round – by the way also on your own initiative.

Please send your application (CV, Certificates, References) to office@igs-hcmc.org or call us at + 84 (0) 28 37 446 344.

You will receive a confirmation of receipt immediately.

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Why IGS?

1

IGS offers you small class sizes for individual pedagogical work as well as a high degree of personal responsibility and the possibility to shape education.

2

You will work in a creative team of highly motivated, international experts in education.

3

A uniquely beautiful villa campus surrounded by palm trees and tropical plants is your place of work.

4

Experience at an international school creates excellent opportunities for professional development.

5

Vietnam is a very safe country for travelling. Foreigners are welcome and the teaching profession is traditonally regarded very highly.

6

Be it culture, mountains, islands, sandy beaches and turquoise water, culinary diversity, sports or leisure activities: Vietnam has it all.

7

IGS offers you support in finding accommodation and attractive contract conditions, during your employment.

What teachers say

  • Learning in small groups, a green campus, and a great atmosphere at the school allows individual support of pupils. Teachers are learning guides and partners. At the same time, IGS offers numerous opportunities to help shape school life and school development.

    IGS is more than a traditional school: It is a space for learning and experiencing for an international community: Bilingual school curriculum, an entry programme for children without German language skills, after-school activities and extra-curricular events such as concerts reflect this spirit.

    Sophie Wurster

  • My internship at the International German School in Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam was a complete success! The expectations I had before starting the internship were far exceeded and my work at the school encouraged me to continue on my path as a teacher. Small classes, great team spirit amongst colleagues, and the support of the school management and my mentors have made the internship a very special one.

    I could imagine returning to this school at the drop of a hat. At this juncture, I would like to thank all my colleagues at the school for the great time I had at IGS!

    Oliver Köster

  • When I think back to my time at IGS, I remember the many adventures I had with my pupils and colleagues. I am thinking of the colourful festivals which we as teachers prepared to put a smile on the children’s faces. Singing together in the school choir, the recordings of a CD in the recording studio, the big concerts in front of an international audience, the great time with the parents and teachers’ choir. For me as a music teacher, it was great to see that children’s creativity, independent thinking, and the arts are very important at this school.

    The contact with the international parents and cooperation partners of the school, and the organisation of school festivals in a completely different cultural space were an enriching challenge for me and have above all contributed to the strengthening of my personality as a teacher. In addition, there was a strong and supportive team for every challenge which always gave you the necessary backup when needed.

    The fascinating landscape of Vietnam, the friendliness of the people, and the numerous experiences with my own class are also a great reminder of my time there which I would not like to miss for anything.

    Thomas Mende

Life in Vietnam

“Working where others go on holidays.” All year round, the south of the country is pampered with temperatures of 25 to 35 degree Celsius. Endless beaches, dreamlike islands, mountains with coffee plantations, and miles of rivers define the landscapes outside the pulsating metropolis Ho Chi Minh City. The country’s economic boom is particularly noticeable in the major cities. Despite the momentum of the upturn, the cost of living remains below the European average.

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Ho Chi Minh City. Copyright: Quangpraha (pixabay)