MYP Coordinator/Deputy Head

The International School of The Hague is a highly successful, innovative and energetic semi-public school located in a state-of-the-art building in an area of natural beauty on the edge of the city of The Hague, near Kijkduin. The entire school currently has 1900 students and hosts over 99 nationalities with teachers from around the world. The school is divided into Primary and Secondary with a Principal for each section.

Currently we have a vacancy at Secondary School: 

MYP Coordinator/Deputy Head

The core function of this position is to lead and quality assure the effective implementation of the IB MYP Curriculum. The MYP Coordinator will report to the Vice Principal Academic and be a key member of the Leadership team of ISH Secondary (SecLT). The MYP Coordinator, therefore, has a high profile amongst the staff and wider school community, and will be recognized as a senior leader within the school. 

Key responsibilities:

• As a senior school leader, the MYP Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the strategic vision, mission and values of ISH Secondary within the MYP programme.

• The MYP Coordinator is responsible for acting in accordance with and implementing the Safeguarding Policy and Protocols of the whole school.

• The MYP Coordinator will coordinate all academic matters related to the MYP programme and ensure the implementation of the programme in accordance with the IB and school philosophy. 

• The MYP Coordinator will work with the Vice Principal Academic to monitor staff performance in line with the school’s performance management and appraisal policy. They are responsible for identifying professional development needs, and facilitating training as appropriate.

We are a forward thinking school and therefore we invest in potential future leaders as well as excellent teachers. We expect from our teachers to be skilled in using digital tools for teaching (example: MacBook Air, Touch Screen boards and Ipads). The chosen candidate will be reflective and embrace opportunities for Continuous Professional Learning. An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, and details can be found on the ISH recruitment page.

The closing date for applications is on the  5 February 2019. However, interviews will begin as soon as applications from suitable candidates are received. The International School of The Hague does not permit for this job advert to be shared via any other recruitment site.

Application Process

All applicants must either be EU citizens or have a valid permit to work in The Netherlands.

Applicants are required to complete an online profile, provide a supporting statement, and upload a CV. Applicants must provide details of three referees, of which one must be their most recent supervisor.  If shortlisted, we will contact referees prior to interview. For teachers, we require one from the head of school or deputy head. Once short-listed, interviews will be conducted by Skype or in person, depending on the nature of the position and the applicant's location.  

The International School of the Hague is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.  All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.

Child Safeguarding

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

To this end, the leadership team is required to conduct an oral reference check by directly contacting the current or previous employer. Furthermore, those who are appointed at The International School of The Hague are required to obtain a Certificate of good conduct (in Dutch: VOG).  

Dutch Law requires a Certificate of Good Conduct (in Dutch: VOG) for positions in primary and secondary education. The decision to issue this certificate lies with the Ministry of Justice (in Dutch: Dienst Justis). Your appointment with The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation takes place on condition that you obtain a VOG. 

What we offer

Please see our Primary School and Secondary School Recruitment Packages on our website and on TES under recruitment monitoring form.

In addition, we offer excellent professional development opportunities and a pleasant working environment. As a successful applicant, you will be welcomed by an amicable, sociable and thoroughly international team. 

If you are internationally-minded and have the desire to help shape the exciting future of our school, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Please know that in order to work for us, you must be a fully qualified teacher in accordance with the standards required by the Dutch Education Authorities (DUO). Successful candidates require: 

• For all applicants to ISH Primary, a Bachelors Degree will suffice to be considered. However, all ISH Secondary applicants will need a Bachelor plus a Masters Level qualification in Education. 
• For applicants from the UK, you will have completed the PGCE and been awarded QTS plus successful completion of the NQT induction year.
• For all applicants to ISH Secondary, your qualifications at either Bachelor or Masters level must also clearly indicate the subject that you are applying to teach in, in order to be recognized by DUO.