On the campus of Cologne International School – Internationale Friedensschule Köln, students and educators from over 40 nations learn and teach according to international IB curricula. As a private school, we continuously develop our unique educational concept – guided by societal changes and the latest scientific findings.

Multilingualism, teamwork, self-organization, creativity, and commitment to both individual ideas and community values are central principles that we actively convey to our students – far beyond the standard curriculum.

To bring these values to everyday school life, we are always looking for motivated, dedicated, and qualified staff – in both educational and non-educational roles.

 

Your Qualifications

  • Completed vocational training as a state-certified youth or social educator, or a degree in Social Pedagogy, Social Work, Special Needs Education, or a comparable field
  • Very good command of either German or English at C1/C2 level; the second language should be spoken at a B1/B2 level or higher
  • Solid knowledge of the German Social Code Book VIII (SGB VIII – Child and Youth Welfare Act)
  • Ideally at least three years of professional experience in residential or semi-residential child and youth welfare services
  • Independent, well-structured, and responsible approach to work
  • Strong communication skills as well as the ability to assert ideas and inspire others
  • Creativity in shaping everyday pedagogical work
  • A respectful and resource-oriented attitude towards adolescents and young adults from diverse cultural backgrounds

Your Responsibilities

  • Educational support and supervision of adolescents in everyday boarding school life
  • Serving as a key worker (reference educator) with a focus on individual development and support goals
  • Designing, planning, and implementing leisure and support programs
  • Active cooperation with parents and legal guardians (parent work)
  • Development and implementation of individualized support measures
  • Networking and collaboration with schools, public authorities, clubs, and other external partners
  • Participation in regular supervision sessions for quality assurance and professional reflection
  • Taking on organizational and administrative duties within the boarding school context
  • Active participation in regular team and case meetings

Working Hours

  • 35 hours per week
  • Willingness to work in shifts (evening, night, weekends, and during school holidays)
  • Employment based on a dedicated internal pay scale

We Offer

  • A fixed-term Contract
  • A positive working environment with flat hierarchies
  • A dynamic field of work with broad opportunities for active participation and creative input
  • Regular professional supervision sessions

If you are interested, please send your application (Cover letter und CV) to:

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