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Why Join Us

Educational Approach

At CIS, the Primary School offers the International Baccalaureate (PYP) programme and integrates the NRW state curriculum, while the Secondary School offers both the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Across all levels, we emphasize innovative, student-centered teaching that supports holistic growth and development.

Professional Growth

CIS encourages continuous learning and professional development, offering a collaborative environment where educators grow through innovation, shared expertise, and a commitment to academic excellence.

Mission Statement

CIS is dedicated to guiding students to become internationally-minded young adults, empowering them to meet global challenges and opportunities.

Diversity

The school embraces a multicultural environment, with students from over 50 nationalities, fostering an open and welcoming community that values diverse perspectives.

Current Job Openings

Application Process

Steps to Apply:

  1. Ensure you meet the required qualifications.

  2. Prepare necessary documents (e.g. CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Certificate or relevant certificates).

  3. Submit application via the application form from the job description page.

Timeline:
Our hiring process may look slightly different depending on the role, but we work to keep things clear and efficient. Once we receive your application, we begin reviewing it right away. If your experience and skills match the position, we’ll contact you to schedule an interview either in person or online. Additional steps, such as further interviews or a trial day, may follow depending on the role. Throughout the process, we aim to be transparent and respectful of your time.

What qualifications are required to work at CIS as a Teacher?

For teaching roles, we look for relevant educational degrees, qualified teacher status and certifications, as well as proficiency in English and/or German, depending on the role. IB teaching experience is a plus for any teaching role at our school. Full details for each position can be found in the individual job posting.

CIS Primary School operates bilingually, with instruction in both English and German. In the Secondary School, English is the primary language of instruction, while German is taught as a core subject. Specific language requirements for staff vary by role and are outlined in each job description. The company language is English.

You can discover CIS’s educational philosophy, programs, and values right here on our website by navigating through the menu button above. There you’ll find detailed information about our curriculum, school life, and community.

While prior experience in international education, particularly with the IB Curriculum, or in bilingual settings is an advantage, it is not always a requirement. At CIS, we value open-minded and well-qualified professionals who are enthusiastic about contributing to a diverse, innovative learning environment.

CIS offers a tuition fee reduction for employees’ children.
In accordance with German tax law, this benefit is considered a ‘Geldwerter Vorteil’ (benefit in kind). The financial value of the tuition reduction is legally added to your gross salary, and taxes are calculated accordingly. This is a standard procedure in Germany for such non-cash benefits. Further information is available during the interview process.

We welcome qualified teachers of all nationalities. To work in Germany, a valid work visa is essential. We will assist in applying for visas when required. This can be a standard Residence Permit, the EU Blue Card for highly-qualified professionals, or the new Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card) for job seekers.

CIS offers a collaborative, supportive, and internationally-minded work environment. Staff members benefit from a diverse community, shared values, and a culture that encourages innovation, professional growth, and student-centered learning.

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Location & Contact Information

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Address: Rudi-Conin-Straße 10, 50829 Köln, Germany

Phone: +49 (0)221 310 634 – 0

Email: info@if-koeln.de

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Amazon Jungle

Throughout February, 2024, 25 of our CIS students embarked on a long journey to the Amazon Jungle in Iquitos, Peru. Students worked hard the previous months to raise funds to be able to create their community service project with the local communities of El Chino in the Tahuayo Region of the Amazon basin. Once there, our 25 students, along with our three teachers and the guides at the lodge they stayed in, participated in a whole day community service project where students built two complete Primary School classrooms. Our students built 20 desks and 20 chairs from scratch with the help of the local community and finished the day by putting the new furniture inside the classrooms. Thanks to this initiative, the students were able to fill up two classrooms that are now providing full day education to the children of the community. At CIS, one of our pillars of excellent education is understanding the privilege that comes with being an IB student and an international school student, and the importance of being global citizens. With this, comes the responsibility of being stewards of the communities that inhabit this world and the importance of giving back and being change makers!
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