Freelance English Instructor (Studienkolleg Iserlohn)

Your Responsibilities:
Location: Iserlohn Campus
Institution: University of Europe for Applied Sciences
Position Type: Freelance (part-time)
Start Date: 04.11.2025

About the Role

The University of Europe for Applied Sciences is seeking experienced Freelance English Instructors to teach in the Studienkolleg Foundation Program at our Iserlohn campus. The courses prepare international students for entry into English-taught Bachelor programs and equip them with strong business-oriented language skills.

We are looking for instructors who are passionate about teaching English in a business and academic context, and who are comfortable working with a diverse, international student body.

Key Responsibilities• Deliver engaging and effective English instruction with a focus on business contexts
• Teach core areas including grammar, academic and professional vocabulary, communication skills, and academic writing
• ntegrate business-related topics such as project management, emotional intelligence, international trade, and business plans into lessons
• Prepare students for the FSP exam, internal university admission tests, and transition to Bachelor-level studies
• Design and conduct formative assessments and a final exam
• Track attendance and support academic progress
• Collaborate closely with the Studienkolleg program management team

Position Details

Two freelance positions are available:

• 6 SWS (Semesterwochenstunden – approx. 6 teaching hours/week)
• 12 SWS (approx. 12 teaching hours/week)

Teaching Format:• Fully in-person instruction required (on campus in Iserlohn)

Your profile:
• Proven teaching experience in English, ideally in a foundation year, Studienkolleg, or higher education setting
• Experience teaching international student groups
• Excellent proficiency in English
• Master’s degree in English, Education, TESOL, or a related field (M.Ed. preferred)

Why us?:
• An open-ended framework contract as an external freelance lecturer
• A varied, innovative and international working environment in collaboration with partner universities and cooperation partners 
• The chance to develop personally and professionally

Application Process

If you are passionate about teaching English with a business and academic focus and enjoy working in a diverse, international learning environment, we would be pleased to receive your application.

Please send the following documents:
• CV (in English)
• Cover letter outlining your teaching experience and instructional approach Send your application to: [email protected]

The University of Europe for Applied Sciences is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals.