English Teacher
Key Skills
Job Description
International School Hilversum | Hilversum | Secondary Education | 0.6 FTE | Fixed Term Contract We are looking for a teacher of English who want to stimulate student's creativity and natural curiosity. Join our English Department of writers, poets, readers, singers, actors, musicians from different English speaking backgrounds. International School Hilversum (ISH) is a warm and friendly school where we create a home away from home for expats and repats from all over the world. Your profile You have a recognised (DUO bevoegd) teaching qualification. You have a masters degree in English or related field. You have experience in teaching English at secondary school. You have experience with teaching MYP English courses. You have a multidisciplinary interest(s) and would be keen to get involved in school life beyond just your lessons. You live in the Netherlands and have a work visa or European/NL passport. Your role You will join the English Department and teach students from different year groups in the International Baccalaureate Programme. You are responsible, with your colleagues, for designing the curriculum. The team is experienced and well established and you will receive guidance and support. We are particularly interested in candidates that want to join the school and get involved for example as a mentor, the Duke of Edinburgh International award, student clubs and more. Our school and offer We value Authenticity, Balance and Courage while preparing students to be READY FOR THE WORLD. At ISH we embrace technology and offer extensive access to professional development opportunities. We have an excellent academic track record built up over many years. We belong to the Alberdingk Thijm Scholen group and enjoy the support of our board and collaboration with our sister school International School Laren. We are in the heart of Hilversum within 15 minutes walk from Hilversum station or 10 minutes walk from Hilversum Sportpark station. We also have a parking space offering free parking to staff on the school grounds. Salary will depend on your background and experience in accordance with the Dutch CAO-VO. This includes benefits like a year-end bonus and travel allowance. We cannot offer international relocation costs or housing. Interested? Contact Cecilia Neethling, the school principal, for more information: +31 (0) 35 672 99 31, [email protected]. Apply for this position
Core Responsibilities
Teach English to students across different year groups in the International Baccalaureate Programme. Collaborate with colleagues to design the curriculum and contribute to wider school life through activities such as mentoring, student clubs, or the Duke of Edinburgh International Award.
Requirements
Applicants must have a recognised teaching qualification and a master's degree in English or a related field, as well as experience teaching English at secondary-school level and experience with MYP English courses. They should have multidisciplinary interests, be willing to contribute to school life, and live in the Netherlands with a valid work visa or an EU/Dutch passport.
Benefits
- Year-End Bonus
- Travel Allowance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Free Staff Parking
About Alberdingk Thijm Scholen
Industry: Primary and Secondary Education
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
Association for primary and secondary education in het Gooi, Netherlands. 20 primary and 8 secondary schools, 9.300 students, 1000 employees. focus: international/bilingual education and Creative Technology in the curriculum rigid academic tradition since 1921 Teachers that start working for one of our schools will get a two year program of masterclasses. Teachers who want to further develop their management skills can apply at the Alberdingk Thijm Teachers College to obtain a Master's degree.