Teacher of ibdp/ibmyp individuals and societies (psychology) (f/m/d)

BBIS has an opening for a Teacher of IBDP/ MYP Individuals & Societies (f/m/d)

Location: Kleinmachnow (Berlin region)
Contracttype: Full-time (30 teaching units per week / 40 working hours per week)
Start date: 1st. August 2026
Limited initially until 31st July 2028
Vacation: The school year includes up to 180 teaching days and a total of 187 work days (see our for the exact schedule).
Salary range: €55,059 - €61,885 gross/year (based on experience/classification) plus annual CPI-based adjustments / potential responsibility stipends


About this role:
We are seeking an energetic, internationally-minded teacher committed to academic excellence, inclusive practice, and holistic education. You will teach IBDP/MYP Individuals & Societies—with a focus on Psychology - inspiring students from grade 6 to 12 to become creative, critical, and globally aware thinkers.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES

• Instruction: Teach IBDP/IBMYP Individuals & Societies, fostering a safe, secure, and stimulating environment. You incorporate varied instructional models and assessment methods to optimize student learning.

• Development: Lead the development of inquiry-based and conceptually driven curriculum units.

• Inclusion: Value and make productive use of the diversity of cultures and perspectives within our community, ensuring students of all backgrounds feel represented.

• Engagement: Motivate and inspire students to be actively engaged in their own learning and to develop a deep interest in human societies and environments.

• Support: Promote student well-being and academic growth, demonstrating the ability to teach effectively across a diverse range of motivations and abilities.

• Collaboration: Plan collaboratively across disciplines and participate actively in the school’s ambitious and dynamic community.

• Specialized Teaching: Ideally contribute to Theory of Knowledge (ToK) instruction, Personal Project, Extended Essay, and CAS.

YOUR QUALIFICATION

• Education: Teaching certification, preferably with a Master’s degree in Psychology, or a related field.

• Experience: Experience teaching the IBDP/IBMYP programme or similar backgrounds (AP, A-Level, IGCSE); international school experience is a plus.

• Communication: Outstanding written and spoken English communication skills.

• Profile: Innovative professional who embraces the BBIS Mission and Guiding Statements, always putting student learning first.

• Attributes: Resilient, flexible team player with a positive growth mindset and the confidence to seek support when uncertain or challenged.

• Safeguarding: Full commitment to BBIS’s Child Safeguarding Policy and inclusive education.

OUR OFFER

• Growth: Training provided through our extensive professional development programme.

• Compensation: Competitive teacher salary based on classification and experience, plus annual adjustments.

• Atmosphere: Work in a tech-rich, innovative environment with a dedicated and diverse faculty.

• Support: Designated preparation time and a supportive leadership team.

MANDATORY LEGAL CHECKLIST & SAFER RECRUITING

To comply with German legal requirements and our high Safeguarding and CIS accreditation standards, the following documentation is required before work start:

• Work Permit: Valid German permit preferred; visa support available for long-term commitments.

• Measles Immunity: Medical proof (if born after 1970).

• Degrees: Original certificate + official proof of comparability.

• Background Checks: Police clearances from all countries of residence (needed early for mandatory Unterrichtsanzeige).

• Gap-free CV: Complete professional history check (CIS requirement).

• Safeguarding Training: Mandatory BBIS session (invitation follows).

About us

BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is an independent, state-approved, English-medium day and boarding school serving the internationally minded community of Germany's capital region and beyond. Committed to inclusion and a global outlook, BBIS is one of Europe's leading International Baccalaureate (IB) schools, proudly offering all three IB programmes – the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP), from primary through secondary to university preparation. In the current school year, our school teaches around 900 students representing over 75 nationalities.


WORKING AT BBIS MEANS:

• Having an impact. With professional competence and enthusiasm, we are improving the educational level day by day – and you too can make a difference on this journey.
• Continuous growth. We provide professional training and induction to set you up for success in your role.
• Pushing boundaries. Everyone matters equally, taking on new challenges together alongside inspiring colleagues from all over the world.
• Having fun at work and beyond. Join our team events – there's always something to celebrate! Or make use of our fitness facilities to find your balance.
• Feeling at home. Enjoy our green campus, our relocation service, and our international, open-minded community.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ANTI-RACISM

Inclusion is at the heart of our core values at BBIS, reflecting our mission to inspire every member of our learning community to become a responsible, compassionate global citizen. We actively welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as BIPOC, those with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those traditionally underrepresented in the international school community.


SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow international 'Safer Recruitment' protocols. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including a 10-year employment history check, satisfactory references, and enhanced police checks (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) from all countries in which you have lived for more than 6 months during the last 10 years.


MANDATORY LEGAL CHECKLIST & SAFER RECRUITING

To comply with German legal requirements and our high Safeguarding and CIS accreditation standards, the following documentation is required before the start of employment:

• Work Permit: Valid German permit preferred; visa support available for long-term commitments.
• Measles Immunity: Medical proof (if born after 1970).
• Degrees: Original certificate + official proof of comparability.
• Background Checks: Police clearances from all countries of residence (needed early for mandatory Unterrichtsanzeige).
• Chronological CV: Complete professional history overview (CIS requirement).
• Safeguarding Training: Mandatory BBIS session (invitation follows).
  

YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Step 1: Submit your CV or professional profile (e.g. via Search Associates or LinkedIn) through . Please ensure your professional history is listed chronologically, in line with international safeguarding standards.
• Step 2: Join a first conversation via video call (approx. 45 minutes).
• Step 3: Visit our BBIS campus (approx. 60 minutes).
• Step 4: Provide contact details of at least two professional referees, including your current or most recent supervisor. Confidential vetting is a mandatory part of our safer recruiting process.
• Step 5: Complete the final verification of your documents from the Mandatory Legal Checklist, followed by official feedback and/or a contract offer.

We look forward to receiving your application!