German Tutor in Oxford

Oxford International Study Centre (OISC) is an Oxford-based educational hub serving local and international students. Located in historic premises on St Aldates with an Academic Centre on King Edward Street, OISC offers tailored language, academic, and corporate training programs. The centre focuses on impactful, engaging teaching with measurable outcomes for educational and professional growth. With “Exceeds expectations” accreditation from ISI, experienced tutors, small class sizes, and strong links to universities, OISC provides a supportive environment for high-quality teaching and learning.

Role Description

The German Tutor will deliver high-quality, learner-centered German language instruction to individuals and small groups across a range of proficiency levels. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and delivering engaging lessons, preparing teaching materials, assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback, and maintaining accurate records of attendance and achievement. The tutor will adapt content and teaching methods to different learning goals, such as exam preparation, academic support, or professional language needs, and may contribute to curriculum development and resource sharing with colleagues. This role requires regular collaboration with the Academic Centre team and participation in staff meetings and training.

If you are also able to teach other academic subjects, please include these in your CV. We regularly recruit tutors across a wide range of subjects and may be able to offer additional teaching opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong German language proficiency (near-native or native level) and excellent command of English for instruction and communication.
• Demonstrated skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and differentiated instruction for varied learner levels and objectives.
• Experience with language assessment, feedback, and progress tracking, including preparation for school exams or international language certifications.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse learners and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Relevant teaching qualification or certification (e.g., PGCE, QTS or other teaching diploma preferred, or a degree level education in the relevant subject) and prior experience as a German tutor or teacher.
• Comfort using digital tools and educational technology to enhance teaching (e.g., online resources, interactive platforms, learning management systems).
• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work collaboratively within an academic team.
• Experience in UK or international education settings and familiarity with university preparation or academic pathways is an advantage.

Contract: Casual, hourly paid

Hours: Flexible, according to student demand and tutor availability

Location: Central Oxford, with some online teaching where appropriate