Work & Visas
- How do I find work?
- It’s difficult to find a job before you arrive – most schools will just ask you to come for an interview when you arrive in Germany. You might have some luck with the British Council, which arranges English Language Assistant jobs in primary and secondary schools, and a select few private language schools conduct interviews abroad.
- Can I find work while in-country?
- There are plenty of opportunities for German-speaking TEFL teachers once they arrive in-country. Pick a copy of the Yellow Pages, get the addresses of local schools then go along in person to arrange an interview.
- What is the usual hiring process?
- Usually just an interview, although you may be asked to teach a short demonstration lesson. As you’ll probably be teaching businesspeople, it’s important to appear professional and well-dressed, even if you are a gibbering wreck underneath!
- Is a work visa required to find paid work?
- EU passport holders are eligible to work in Germany, but must register for a residence permit. Be prepared for lots of red tape!
- Non-EU citizens need to find employment and arrange a work permit prior to arrival – thankfully the process isn’t too difficult for employers, so they’re more open to employing people from outside the EU than in nearby countries.
- Work visa requirements:
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- Proof of local accommodation
- Proof of work
- “Certificate of good conduct” (non-EU citizens)
- Proof of health insurance (non-EU citizens)
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