We are currently looking for a qualified

English-speaking early childhood education professional (d/f/m)

for a minimum of 30 hours per week on an open-ended contract
to help implement the Fröbel Focus “Bilingual Education” in the foundation stage at our education and care service Fröbelspatzen in Berlin-Friedrichshain (Germany).

The current team consists of 36 teachers and educators, two of them English-speaking, who are looking after 230 children from 1 year to 6 years of age. One of the focus areas at the centre is the "Little Scientists" programme, focusing on the development of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) skills in the children. The large garden surrounding the centre offers plenty of opportunity for exploration. The centre is easily accessible by public transport and has its own kitchen, where the chef prepares balanced and varied meals for the children on a daily basis
Please find more information on our centre website.

Your responsibilities would include:

• Supporting all aspects of early childhood education and care in English,
• Planning, implementing and documenting pedagogical processes and daily routines (as part of a team),
• Completing (or supporting, according to experience and qualification) structured observation and documentation of the children’s development and educational processes,
• Developing successful cooperations with parents.

Do you fulfil the following requirements?

• Are you in the process of learning German? Proven German language skills on level B1 are a requirement for this position.
• Do you posess English language skills on a Native Speaker level?
• Would you like to learn more about education policies in Germany and how these are being implemented in practice?
• Do you believe that children should have opportunities to encounter foreign languages at an early age and that they should define their own learning experience?
• Are you interested in working as part of a team to design and implement an in-house bilingual education concept?

Then we would love to hear from you!

Please note: In the event of employment, an extended current certificate of good conduct and the "red card" must be presented, as well as proof of sufficient measles immunisation.

Our offer:

• Children's Rights in the Focus: Join an innovative employer, dedicated to championing children's rights.
• Tariff Agreement: Enjoy fair pay and numerous benefits under our Fröbel company tariff agreement.
• More Time Off: Benefit from 33 vacation days plus paid leave on December 24th and 31st.
• Flexible Benefits: Choose between a €46.55 subsidy for the Deutschlandticket and a €50 Fröbel Benefit Card* or up to €99 in mobility allowance for a JobRad* (pro-rated for part-time).
• Securing Your Future: Receive a 4% company pension contribution.
• Financial Bonus: Get up to €62 monthly in supplementary allowances and an annual bonus.
• Training and Development: Access innovative professional development through in-person seminars, live online sessions, and e-learning courses.
• Career Opportunities: Continuing professional development and career opportunities through specialisation as a multiplier for certain educational areas, as 2IC (second-in-charge) and centre manager or early childhood education specialist consultant for a Fröbel region.
• Strong Team Spirit: Participate in regular team-building days to strengthen collaboration.
• Professional Support: Leverage centralised resources for child protection, crisis management, and family support.
• Networking Opportunities: Take part in job shadowing and exchange opportunities with Fröbel centres in Germany and abroad (Australia) as well as Erasmus exchange programmes.
• Online Curriculum: Earn a €733 allowance* for completing our online curriculum within the first six months.
• Rewards and Discounts: Receive up to €600 for successfully referring a qualified professional and enjoy access to discount portals like Corporate Benefits and Benefits.me for fitness, shopping, and more.

*Eligibility begins after six months (probation period) in accordance with the company tariff agreement.

New from September 2025: Fröbel is increasing salaries by around 3% and improving other working conditions. Find out more. 

Does this sound like you? We're looking forward to your application!