Key Skills

Job Description

Do you want to be part of an international IB school in Amsterdam where learning is at the heart of everything we do? Then we invite you to apply!About us The Amsterdam International Community School (AICS) is a Dutch International Primary and Secondary School offering international education in English to 2400 students of more than 80 different nationalities who are (temporarily) living in the Netherlands and are enjoying high quality, accessible, community-based international learning.The AICS is a partly-state-funded community school, which enables us to deliver high-quality education at competitive fees. We were the first school in the Netherlands to offer the full IB continuum (IB, PYP, MYP, DP and CP) and are a fully accredited member of the Council of International Schools (CIS).AICS students value and embrace differences and diversity. Our education aims to teach our students to become compassionate and wise human beings through knowledge and inquiry.The AICS is guided by the core values of belonging, a possibility mindset, and learning for life, fostering a supportive community in which students, staff and parents feel valued, approach challenges with optimism, and are committed to continuous personal and academic development.This is what you bring You are a teacher who values collaboration, demonstrates flexibility in a dynamic learning environment, and is committed to the continuous development of both students and your own professional practice. A valid teaching qualification recognised by DUO to be able to teach in a secondary school in the Netherlands Excellent knowledge and experience of various teaching and educational methodologies An understanding and knowledge of various cultural backgrounds Good command of the English language and communication skills A commitment to the school’s mission to provide high-quality community-based international learning in the form of the IB programme A resilient attitude and a good sense of humour You excel in planning and organising engaging lessons while building and maintaining strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. About the position For our Design department we are looking for a qualified Design Teacher with a strong understanding of inquiry-based learning, ideally with experience in the International Baccalaureate (MYP/DP). You feel confident being part of a large school community and like to work as part of a professional team. You are able to cater for students with many different social, emotional, and educational needs, from a variety of different cultural backgrounds and countries.We offer Salary in LB payscale, based upon knowledge and experience (min. € 3.665,- max. € 5.586,- full-time per month, before tax) or higher scale, depending on experience. End-of-year bonus of 8.33% A holiday allowance in May (8%) Good work-life balance which includes school holidays An excellent pension plan with ABP A wide range of vitality and wellbeing benefits A wide range of professional development opportunities MacBook Staff outings and events We offer a long-term maternity cover contract for 0.7-0.9 FTE, depending on additional tasks. This position is based at our South-East Campus to teach Monday-Friday. Start date December 2026, or possibly earlier. We anticipate the cover to last approximately one year, although this may be extended.Are you interested?Upload your CV and motivation letter via the Apply Now button. For questions, please reach out to [email protected]. Please apply by 3rd November 2026.Do you have Esprit?The AICS is one of the 15 Esprit schools. At Esprit Schools, we offer innovative education. And challenge ourselves to do things differently. We want to explore the world of education without the boxes and categories. Ultimately aiming for learning beyond boundaries. For that, we need you. Your ideas. Your energy. Your Esprit.Child safetyThe Amsterdam International Community School is committed to providing a safe learning environment for our staff and students. Reference checks will include child protection verification for all serious candidates. A police clearance certificate for previous countries of employment and a Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag (VOG) are required for all staff.Internal candidates are given priority. Acquisition regarding this vacancy is not appreciated. Vragen? Chat met ons via WhatsApp

Core Responsibilities

Teach Design at the secondary level, planning and delivering engaging lessons using inquiry-based approaches, ideally within the IB MYP or DP. Support students with varied social, emotional, and educational needs, and collaborate with colleagues and families as part of the school community.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a teaching qualification recognized by DUO for secondary teaching in the Netherlands and have strong knowledge of teaching methodologies. They should communicate well in English, understand diverse cultural backgrounds, support the school’s IB mission, and demonstrate collaboration, flexibility, resilience, and strong planning and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• End-of-Year Bonus
• Holiday Allowance
• School Holidays
• Pension Plan
• Vitality and Wellbeing Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities
• MacBook
• Staff Outings and Events