English Teacher and Activity Leader in Language Immersion Summer Camp - Berlin na ALPADIA Language Schools SA

Alpadia Language Schools from Kaplan International Languages, offers all-year round schools in Montreux, Berlin, Freiburg and Lyon, teaching French and German. Alpadia also provides English, French and German summer courses for juniors and teens in Europe and North America. Initially established in 1996, and now larger than ever, our mission is to encourage language development through immersion and to expand the horizons of our students, to inspire their future. 

English Teachers are mainly responsible for teaching high-quality, communication focused English classes every morning Monday-Friday, between 8:30 – 12:45, using Alpadia’s teaching methodology and resources. In the afternoons, you will be working closely with other Teachers and Activity Leaders, leading excursions and other programs, offering expert supervision and safety. Additionally, you’ll take a role in the day-to-day operations of camp via attendance checks, helping out during wakeups and bedtime, and participating in camp-wide Evening Programs. 

Essential Criteria 

• Experience teaching English professional capacity. Written and oral fluency (C2) 

• High physical, mental and emotional resilience, ability to work 6-days a week, 8 hours a day 

• Experience in meaningful, professional teamwork 

• High energy level, excitement and comfort speaking in front of large groups 

• Availability during staff training in Berlin (June 16-20), and at least 5 weeks of the summer. 

Desired Criteria 

• ESL Teacher Certification or similar 

• Experience teaching children or young people 

• Some German proficiency

• Experience in outdoor education or summer camps 

• Availability for the entire summer season (June 28– August 8) 

What we offer 

• A weekly summer salary between 720-810 EUR (depending on experience and certifications) 

• 5 days of pre-summer staff training on language immersion, child development, solution-focused counseling, outdoor facilitation and positive behavior support techniques 

• First Aid and CPR Certification 

• Full Room and Board during the entirety of the summer 

• Travel Reimbursement up to 160 EUR 

• Recommendation Bonuses for other staff members that you send our way 

• a chance to grow and develop your skills as an educator while working in a team of dedicated youth work professionals throughout the summer. Alpadia combines 29 years of experience in language teaching with student-focused, innovative learning approaches in a summer camp setting, making it a valuable professional experience to have on your CV 

Dates of commitment:

• Pre-Summer Staff Training (Berlin): 24.06.2026 - 27.06.2026 

• Berlin-Wannsee Camp: 28.06.2024 - 08.08.2026

Please note:

• All staff employed will be required to provide a 2025 Criminal Background Check / Police Check / Certificate of Good Conduct and 3 professional references 

• Equality and diversity is part of our core purpose. Alpadia summer schools are for everyone. This applies to both our students and our brilliant team of staff.