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Support Teacher Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Förderlehrer/in

The training to become a Support Teacher (Förderlehrer/in) is a 3-year school-based program at state institutes, regulated by state law. It is followed by a 2-year preparatory service. This qualification enables you to individually support and foster students with special learning needs.

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What you do

  • Create individual support plans for students with learning difficulties
  • Support students in small groups or one-on-one sessions
  • Observe and document students' learning progress
  • Adapt teaching materials to specific needs
  • Collaborate closely with regular teachers and parents
  • Apply diagnostic procedures to assess support needs
  • Advise students, parents, and colleagues on support issues

Requirements

  • High empathy and patience in dealing with children
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Pedagogical interest and willingness to learn
  • Ability to adapt teaching methods and content
  • Organizational talent and sense of responsibility
  • Good observation and analytical skills
  • Motivation to individually support children and adolescents

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in primary schools, secondary schools, or special education schools
  2. 2Specialization in specific support areas (e.g., dyslexia, dyscalculia)
  3. 3Further training to become a special education teacher or in related professions
  4. 4Taking on coordination roles in the field of inclusion
  5. 5Working in extracurricular educational institutions

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Support Teacher Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 1,100 to 1,350 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Support Teacher Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 3 years.

What German level do I need for a Support Teacher Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Support Teacher Ausbildung?

High empathy and patience in dealing with children; Strong communication and teamwork skills; Pedagogical interest and willingness to learn; Ability to adapt teaching methods and content.

Where can I find open Support Teacher Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Support Teacher

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.