IB DP & IB MYP Visual Arts Teacher

Heidelberg International School (H.I.S.) is an IB World School dedicated to serving the international community in the Rhine-Neckar region of Germany. Located on our purpose-built campus in Heidelberg, we offer a nurturing and respectful educational atmosphere for around 230 students, ranging from age 4 to those enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme. Our community is rich in cultural diversity, and we strive to promote a culture of inclusivity, equity, and belonging.

Beginning in August 2026, we are in search of a passionate and skilled: IB DP & IB MYP Visual Arts Teacher (Part-time position).

In this position, you will guide and support students enrolled in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and Middle Years Programme within a collaborative, international educational setting. This is an excellent opportunity to channel your enthusiasm for visual arts education in a progressive and diverse community.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Competitive salary along with additional employer benefits:
o Public transport allowance (Job/Deutschland Ticket VRN)
o Company pension plan (20% employer contribution)
o Financial assistance for job-related relocation
• Up to five fully paid days annually for caring for a sick child
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Established working hours promoting a healthy work-life balance
• Diverse and impactful responsibilities, allowing for role customization
• Close collaboration and regular engagement with the School Management Team
• A modern, well-equipped work environment

Your Responsibilities:

• Instruct DP and MYP Visual Arts classes in line with the IB curriculum, encouraging inquiry-based learning, creativity, and critical thinking
• Design, prepare, and deliver captivating and differentiated lessons that align with IB standards and objectives
• Support student growth through both formative and summative assessment practices
• Collaborate with peers in curriculum design, interdisciplinary initiatives, and school-wide projects
• Actively engage in school life, including meetings, parent communications, and extracurricular activities
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the arts department and the integration of IB practices

What You Bring:

• Fluency in English (native level or equivalent)

• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, M.Ed., Staatsexamen, or equivalent)
• Classroom teaching experience, preferably in international or bilingual environments
• Excellent communication, organizational, and intercultural skills

• Experience teaching IB Visual Arts in the Diploma Programme and/or Middle Years Programme is highly valued
• IB training or certification is a significant advantage
• Basic knowledge of German is helpful but not required

If you are interested in joining H.I.S., please submit a completed Employment Application Summary (available on the school website: H.I.S.) along with a letter of application to:

Mr Allyn Raw
Heidelberg International School
Wieblinger Weg 7
69123 Heidelberg
Germany
Phone: +49-6221-759060-0
Email: jobs@hischool.de

H.I.S. prioritizes child safeguarding; therefore, all applicants must provide a clear criminal background check from their current country of residence. Background checks will be conducted, and references will be verified.