There is more than one school system in Germany. Multiple allow to "rank up" after 4th grade (see different types of "Gesamtschule"). Also if you get a lower d

There is more than one school system in Germany. Multiple allow to "rank up" after 4th grade (see different types of "Gesamtschule"). Also if you get a lower degree you could as an adult go back to a special school and get you high-school degree to study. Both of my parents did this and became teacher and doctor. Yes it may be harder but it is still possible. I totally agree that these 1-2 year contracts are a problem. They also exist for teachers. Some of them get fired during holidays to save some money and then are re-hired afterwards.. it is disgraceful.