About the Role
As a Skilled Trade Tutor for the Germany pathway, you will support learners in mastering technical and professional skills required for German vocational integration in trades such as Elektriker, Klempner, Heizungsbauer, or Schweißer. You will teach remotely but with a strong emphasis on Meister-level standards, safety regulations (DGUV), and dual vocational training culture. Learners will count on your expertise to navigate both technical tasks and the structured expectations of the German trade system, including preparation for internships and potential long-term work placements in Germany. Your ability to blend cultural insight with technical rigor will be essential.
Requirements
Certified trade professional in Germany, holding a recognized qualification such as a Gewerbliche Ausbildung (e.g., Geselle or Meisterbrief) in a skilled trade (elektriker, klempner, heizungsbauer, etc.).
Registration in a Handwerkskammer (Chamber of Crafts) or relevant professional body.
At least 3 years of industry experience in German-speaking skilled trades settings.
Strong knowledge of German safety regulations (e.g., DGUV standards) and vocational training systems (Duale Ausbildung).
Previous teaching, instruction, or supervision in vocational training environments is desirable.
Ability to teach technical concepts via digital platforms and virtual tools.
Capacity to guide learners toward internship success in Germany, including professional etiquette, technical norms, and cultural integration.