German Saturday School Teacher for Preschool Class (3-4y old)

For the school year 2026/27 and with a start date of September 12, 2026, we are looking for a committed German Saturday School Teacher for Preschool Class (3y old).

The South Bay Deutscher Schulverein (SBDS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit school and teaches the German language and culture in San Jose / Campbell, CA on 30 Saturday mornings during the year. We have 220 students in 21 classes, a lively community with engaged and active parents and an average teacher / student ratio of 1:5.

Children in the PreSchool class are approx. 3 years old, the class size varies from 5 to 12 students.The PreSchool class teacher is part of our L0-L2 team and may work with an assistant/substitute and may leverage materials and music teachers from other classes (Toddler, Pre-K, Kindergarten). The teacher can decide if parent participation is optional or required. Parents' help is highly recommended in the first 2-4 weeks and if a child is NOT potty trained.

The teacher will plan and lead the students through the school day.

For each Saturday the following activities are suggested as a minimum:

• 1 story
• 1 song
• 1 rhyme
• 1 game
• 1 small easy craft project or hands-on activity with unstructured playtime interspersed

Class time is reserved for German language. German speaking parents should help model use of the German language as much as possible especially while new vocabulary is introduced. The teacher creates a fun and engaging environment where children naturally absorb the language through play and repetition.

Class time: 30 Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at SBDS in Campbell/San Jose. This includes recess from 10:15 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Regular pay is for 3 hours per Saturday plus 1 hour prep time. Extra hours can be submitted and are common at the beginning of the year. The pay rate is between $31 and $35 per hour.

First day of school: September 12, 2026.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer
• Excellent German language skills (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Experience working with Preschool age children desired but not required
• Create a positive and engaging learning environment for young children and adults
• Good to be familiar with German children songs, nursery rhymes, finger plays, books
• Willing to work with parents in class, helping them engage with activities and their children

Essential functions

• Plan and implement weekly activities
• Develop creative ways to promote German language and culture
• Email and coordinate with parents when appropriate and needed

SBDS will also accept applications from people with no teaching experience, and we offer teacher training. We are looking forward to talking to you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $31.00 - $35.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

• Campbell, CA 95008 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Campbell, CA 95008: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person