Tentative: IB MYP / DP Arts Teacher (Drama & Media) 50 % (m/w/d) / Permanent Substitute Teacher 50 % (m/w/d)

BBIS has an opening for an IB MYP/DP Arts Teacher in combination with an Permanent Substitute Teacher which is suitable for those just starting their careers.

Location: Kleinmachnow (Berlin region)

Start date: August 2026

Limited initially until 31st July 2028

Full time: 30 teaching hours / 40 weekly hours

Vacation: The school year includes up to 180 teaching days and a total of 187 work days (see our school holiday calendar for the exact schedule).

Classification according to BBIS Salary Scales for each role based on 50 %

• Salary range for IB MYP/DP Arts Teacher according to experience and qualifications

€27.529,51 - €30.942,45 (gross/year/) according to BBIS Teacher Scale

• Salary range for Permanent Substitute Teacher according to experience and qualifications

€19.438,51 - €22.309,67 gross/year according to BBIS works agreement for

“Permament Substitute Teacher”

Role Summary: This full-time position splits your time equally between two key responsibilities:

• IB MYP/DP Arts Teacher (Drama & Media): Inspire students across multiple artistic disciplines. Deliver inquiry-based instruction in theatre, visual arts, and digital media while fostering creative thinking, technical mastery, and cultural analysis.
• Permanent Substitute Teacher: Ensure a consistent, high-quality learning experience across various subjects and grade levels, helping us refine this vital role for our school community.

Your Responsibilities Include The Following Activities IB MYP/DP Arts Teacher:

• Plan and deliver inquiry-based instruction in Drama and Media Arts in accordance with IB MYP (Middle Years Programme) and/or IB DP (Diploma Programme) frameworks.
• Promote synergies across disciplines—such as digital projections for theatre sets, multimedia performance pieces, or digital documentation of dramatic works.
• Conduct internal and external IB assessments (eg. DP Theatre Collaborative Project, MYP Arts eAssessment).
• Embed Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills, the IB Learner Profile, and connections to Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) into everyday teaching.
• Experience with other areas in the arts (Music, Visual Arts) is of benefit and valued.
• Support musical and play performances through staging, directing, organizing timelines and scripts, to work collaboratively with other members of the Arts team.
• Oversee, organize and maintain specialized arts facilities and equipment/props.

Permanent Substitute Teacher:

• Deliver high-quality instruction across different subjects and grade levels, maintaining a seamless learning journey for our students.
• Uphold the consistency of pedagogical practice when substituting for absent colleagues.
• As this is a trial position, your experience and adaptability will directly contribute to how we support our teaching staff and students.
• Demonstrate active care and management of individual and groups of students

YOUR QUALIFICATION

• University degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s or equivalent teaching qualification) in Fine Arts, Theatre/Drama, Media Arts, Art Education, or a closely related field.
• Strong proficiency in performing arts combined with digital media skills (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, video editing) and visual art techniques.
• Full professional fluency in English (language of instruction).
• A passion for teaching across various age groups and subjects.

OUR OFFER

• Growth: Training provided through our extensive professional development programme.
• Compensation: Competitive teacher salary based on classification and experience, plus annual adjustments.
• Atmosphere: Work in a tech-rich, innovative environment with a dedicated and diverse faculty.
• Support: Designated preparation time and a supportive leadership team.

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!