Learning Materials Developer - Deutsch für Gesundheitsberufe (all genders)

Speak our language! We are Lingoda.

Our mission is to build bridges through life-changing language learning. 

Lingoda is a fast-growing online language partner for language learners aspiring to provide a human-centric, personalised and seamless learning experience unmatched by competitors. With Lingoda, you're not just learning - you're teaming up with an expert who understands your goals and guides you to success, every step of the way.

Our classes are teacher-led, and supported in- and out-of-class by the latest technologies and a unique curriculum to empower our students to achieve their language goals. High-quality classes are available online 24/7, so anyone anywhere has the opportunity to learn a language with Lingoda.

As a company we bring out the best in people with a positive culture. We challenge ourselves, and we challenge others. We work smart and make it happen. We believe in personal growth and inclusion.

We work hard to contribute to a better society. How? Here are three examples:

- Lingoda’s MATCH network and Global Career Centre seek to upskill and match migrants to career opportunities in Germany, supporting them through government-funded education programs

- In the German healthcare sector, we support international nurses, doctors and midwives to obtain language and professional recognition through state-sponsored education programs. As a result we have become one of the largest educational providers in this field in Germany

- In December 2022 at the Digital Education Awards, we won “Best Digital Learning Product of the Year” and in 2024, Lingoda was included in  The Time's list of the 100 best EdTech companies

We are currently looking for a Learning Materials Developer - Deutsch für Gesundheitsberufe (all genders) based in Germany. 

Your mission with us:

As a Learning Material Developer at DigEd B2B Health you will play a crucial role in advancing the organization's mission of continuously improving and expanding Lingoda's range of courses for foreign professionals. This role involves creating, revising, and ensuring the quality of learning materials for specialized content and language instruction, particularly in fields of healthcare professions. By leveraging instructional design principles and language education expertise, the Learning Material Developer contributes to enhancing the effectiveness and relevance of Lingoda's educational offerings, ultimately supporting the professional development and language proficiency of learners in the healthcare sector.

• Curriculum Development:  Design curriculum content for language education programs, including setting learning objectives, designing new learning experiences, and evaluating educational outcomes.
• Course Development: Collaborate with the DigEd B2B Health team to develop new course offerings, focusing on specialized health curriculums. This includes producing and proofreading live lessons / self-learning material. 
• Optimization & Maintenance of Existing Courses: Enhance and maintain the learning experience & materials of current courses by revamping live classes and modules according to predefined objectives, students’, teachers’ and clients’ needs.
• Specialist Support: Provide specialized support for other B2B (Health) projects as required, including consulting internal and external stakeholders on didactical and health-related topics and assisting with additional tasks as needed.
• Material Maintenance: Capability to update and maintain learning materials to meet students', teachers', and clients' needs while remaining accurate, inclusive, and up-to-date.
• Consultation and Collaboration: Act as a consultant and collaborator to other teams requiring expertise in foreign language learning, sharing knowledge and contributing to Lingoda's learning vision.
• Teacher Support: Understand the perspective of teachers and provide expert knowledge on foreign language teaching to promote teacher quality and engagement within the Lingoda community.
• Industry Awareness: Stay informed about developments in the wider language education landscape to remain relevant and effective in the role.

• Language Skills: Proficiency in German at native-like level (C2) and excellent English skills (C1+); knowledge of additional languages like French and Spanish is advantageous.
• Educational Background: Degree or certification in language-related fields such as Linguistics, Philology, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience as a language instructor and/or in adult education, with a solid understanding of foreign language didactics in theory and practice.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and other specialized software for developing visually appealing learning materials.
• Attention to Detail: Strong grammar, phonetics, and orthography skills, with the ability to proofread and edit texts accurately.
• Creativity: Ability to create engaging and interactive language exercises and materials tailored to different proficiency levels.
• Effective Communication: Ability to communicate clearly, honestly, and in a timely manner within the team and with other stakeholders, considering individual perspectives and needs.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with language education for medical professionals or other specialized fields is desirable, as well as experience in the editorial sector, particularly in German as a Foreign Language (DaF).

• Personal Attributes: Reliability, accuracy, creativity, enthusiasm, and self-motivation are essential traits for success in this role.
• Professional Curiousity: Proactively seek opportunities for professional growth, such as attending conferences, workshops, or pursuing further education to stay updated with best practices in language education.

• Approachable leaders and transparent communication - every voice counts at Lingoda!
• Company events and colleagues who are always happy to socialise + budgets towards team building events!
• An inclusive environment with great team spirit and passion for languages
• A well-structured and exciting onboarding process to set you up for success!
• The possibility to work remotely from your home or in the office located in the heart of Berlin
• Education funds because we want to see our people grow
• Free access to our language classes
• Mental Health programs
• Corporate benefits & pension funds
• 28 vacation days per year
• Free snacks & drinks at the office
• The modern hardware necessary for your work (n/a for freelancers)
• Flexible working hours

Does that sound exciting? Then, send us your CV right away!

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Your contact person for the position is Nota. 

Lingoda is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As an equal opportunities and affirmative action employer, we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of our user base. Our commitment ensures that every applicant is assessed on the basis of their skills and qualifications, regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion.

We ask that you please apply directly via the link provided in the job description or directly on our website. Due to GDPR regulations, applications sent otherwise will not be considered.

Please note that if you are based outside of Germany that only a freelance contract can be offered. All our contracts whether freelance or regular German employment contract start on a 2 year time period.