Teacher for German as a Foreign Language (DaF) – In-Person Teaching in Aarau (A1)

About the job

Flying Teachers is currently looking for a qualified and committed teacher for German as a Foreign Language (DaF) to take on an individual German course at level A1 in Aarau.

The lessons take place on site and are aimed at an adult learner who wishes to specifically expand and consolidate their already acquired German skills.

Course details

Type of instruction: German as a Foreign Language – one-to-one lessons

Level: A1 – Beginner 1

Location: 5000 Aarau, Switzerland

Course start: 2 November 2026

Total duration: 15 hours

Teaching scope: 10 lessons of 90 minutes each

Frequency: 1 lesson per week

Mode of instruction: In-person teaching

Possible lesson times

Friday, between 09:00 and 11:00 – preferred

Monday, between 09:00 and 11:00 – alternative

The exact lesson time will be agreed upon with the teacher and the learner.

Information about the learner and the teaching objectives

The learner will have completed around 45 hours of German lessons by 2 November 2026 and is at level A1.

Their mother tongue is Turkish. They have only very limited English skills.

The aim of the lessons is to systematically deepen the already acquired German skills, further develop communicative abilities, and support the learner in building a solid linguistic foundation at level A1.

Particularly important are clear and comprehensible lesson design, an appropriate learning pace, as well as patient, motivating, and individually tailored delivery of the lesson content.

Experience in teaching learners with limited English skills as well as knowledge of Turkish are advantageous but not a requirement.

Who are we?

Flying Teachers is a private language school founded over 25 years ago. We are based in Switzerland and also have locations in Germany and Hungary.

We teach a wide range of languages, offer tutoring for children in mainstream schools, as well as intensive courses for different age groups. In addition, we work with companies to provide targeted and needs-based language solutions.

Our philosophy is to offer our clients a professional and flexible service and to tailor the lessons individually to their needs. At the same time, we value our teachers and the skills they bring to the lessons.

What do we expect from you?

You plan your lessons effectively, structured, and goal-oriented.

You design learner-centred lessons and consider individual learning needs.

You adapt your teaching methods to the language level and existing language skills of the learners.

You convey the lesson content clearly, understandably, and practically, even with limited English skills of the learners.

You conduct learning status and needs analyses if required.

You reliably document attendance and learning progress.

You maintain professional and reliable communication with our office.

You ideally live in Aarau or the surrounding area.

You have a valid permit to work in Switzerland.

Experience in online teaching and knowledge of digital teaching tools are advantageous.

Requirements

SVEB training or completed studies in German as a foreign or second language; fide certificate is an advantage

Experience in adult education

Experience teaching German as a foreign or second language, especially at beginner level A1

German as a mother tongue or German skills at level C2

Ability to make lessons understandable and varied even without extensive support through English

Strong communication skills and enjoyment in working with people

Patience, empathy, and a motivating teaching style

Flexibility and adaptability

Independent, structured, and reliable working style

Willingness to continue professional development

Availability for in-person teaching in Aarau, preferably Fridays between 09:00 and 11:00, alternatively Mondays between 09:00 and 11:00

Your application

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents including CV, motivation letter, diplomas, certificates, and references as well as, if required, proof of your valid residence and work permit for Switzerland.

We look forward to your application via the application button below and to possibly welcoming you soon to our teaching team.