Foreign applicants may become a teacher in Germany as needed. Foremost, the foreign diploma or degree must always be awarded recognition in Germany. The federal states (Bundesländer) hire teachers. There are 16 German federal states. The requirements are very diverse. Which teachers are being sought after depends on the teaching subjects. Some states post job vacancies, others don't. In some states "quer einsteigen", entering through the side door, that is, entering the teaching profession without a teaching degree, is only possible for particular types of schools. In other states is not possible at all. In a few states there are age restrictions. In some states your university studies must have been completed no longer than five years ago. In some states only particular teaching subject combinations are permitted (Bavaria), which tends to hinder bilingual education. For example, the subject combination math and English is not allowed there... In a few states it is possible to "enter through the side door". For state-funded schools the requirements are different than those for private schools.
"Normal" Teacher Education
Classically, German teacher education consists of Teacher Education Studies (1st State Exam) and preparatory service (2nd State Exam). Candidates with a completed Teacher Education degree may find information about the various federal states here: » » http://www.bildungsserver.de/zeigen.html>seite=518
The Alternative: Side door entry (Quereinsteiger)
"Side door entry" describes those applicants who have completed a three-year degree at an academic institute of higher education, but whose degree is not in Teacher Education. It does not matter if your studies were completed in Germany or internationally (for example, PhD in physics, chemistry, music, art or similar subjects). Side door entry candidates either complete Preparatory service, two years of additional training while employed, or similar training to enable them to be able to teach two subjects. These candidates may also become teachers if there is a specific need. Side door entry candidates will find information about the various federal states here: » http://www.bildungsserver.de/zeigen.html>seite=1573
3.1 Teaching in state-funded schools:
Applicants who are from foreign countries have not completed the 2nd State Exam there. They have either a completed Teacher Education degree from their native country or another degree. Differences exist for:
* applicants from a country within the EU
* applicants who have not completed preparatory service (2nd State Exam). This is called "side door entry". Applicants who are from foreign countries may teach in state-funded schools if there is a specific need. Foremost, they must always have their foreign degree or diploma evaluated and recognized. This is done at the respective Ministry for Education or Culture (Bildungs- oder Kultusministerien).
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3.1.2 Requirements for being a teacher in state-funded schools are:
* three-year degree from an academic institute of higher education (not a technical school for higher education) ending with a University Diploma (Diplom) or Masters (Magister) in two teaching subjects + education.
* If you only had one major, two teaching subjects could potentially be created from it. For example, if your Physics degree also had a large component of chemistry coursework, additional training in chemistry as a second teaching subject could be worked on during your preparatory service.
* Usually, an internship (see below)
* There are exceptions (see below)
3.1.3. Each application is examined on an individual basis
3.1.3.1. For applicants from the EU the following applies
* The degree is recognized
* In the best-case scenario, everything is recognized and the applicant doesn't need anything else to work in the teaching profession
* Possibly, it may only be necessary to pass a basic equivalency exam
* Possibly, it may be necessary to complete additional training (Anpassungslehrgang). The training period is short, similar to the preparatory service, but shorter, for example, one year long.
3.1.3.2 For applicants who are not from the EU, the following applies:
* The foreign university degree is evaluated according to the German school system requirements. This is done at the Ministry of Culture.
* If the applicant is given partial credit for their degree, the missing parts must be made up for. This could mean needing to do coursework in an additional subject or in education.
* If the subjects are recognized, either the preparatory service must be made up (1-2 years) for, or possibly a basic equivalency exam must be passed.
3.1.4 Do you always need two teaching subjects>
As a rule you need two teaching subjects + education. Under certain conditions you can also become a teacher with only one teaching subject. This depends on whether or not the subject is highly sought after and if other applicants can be found. In this case you are an employee and not an appointed teacher. Appointed teachers must complete the 2nd State Exam (preparatory service).
3.1.5 What is an internship or preparatory service>
The internship or preparatory service directly follows the completion of the university studies. It usually lasts two years and ends with the so-called 2nd State Exam. Being hired as a public servant (appointed teacher) is possible after the preparatory service. It depends on many things like grades, age, teaching subject need, ect..
3.1.6 Must the preparatory service always be completed or made up for>
Applicants who are not from the EU must always complete preparatory service. Otherwise it is not mandatory. It depends on whether or not the subjects are very sought after. Applicants who have completed the preparatory service (2nd State Exam) are preferred, as their training counts more. If there are absolutely no applicants who have completed preparatory service, than applicants without Pre- Service-Training also have the opportunity to be hired. You are than not a public servant, but an employee.
3.1.7 Are only German citizens allowed to be appointed>
No, even non-German citizens may be appointed in cases in which a German citizen cannot fill the position. The age at which one may be appointed to public service is different in each federal state.
3.1.8 What is the difference between an appointed teacher and an employed teacher>
Public servants earn more per year in net pay because they pay fewer taxes.
3.2 Teaching in private schools
The school (not the applicant) obtains a Teacher's Licence for the applicant from the Ministry for Culture or Education. The Ministry decides if the applicant is suitable to teach. The applicant needn't have multiple teaching subjects or preparatory service. The working conditions, including salary, are more or less negotiated with the school.
3.3 Teachers at Adult Education Centers (Volkshochschule) and Family Centers
Teachers can also work at educational institutions such as adult education centers and family education centers. The conditions are negotiated and usually a German teaching degree is not necessary. 4. Formal preconditions for employers of foreign employees The employer must register the employee with the national insurance (british) / social security (american).
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