Middle Years Learning Support Teacher (Maternity Cover, April 2023- December 2023, Living in the Netherlands)

Empowering our students to thrive is at the core of everything we do. “Here, I can be me.” If this quote of one from our students makes you curious about working at our school, you are in the right place! Amity International School Amsterdam is a family-oriented school, proud of our connections with the wider community and Amity Education Group. We are still growing and are ambitious to be a school at the forefront of impactful teaching and learning. We are looking for an Learning Support teacher to join our team.  

If you are a dynamic and inspirational Learning Support Teacher with IB Primary experience, seeking a new adventure, we would like to hear from you!  

The successful applicant will be an experienced teacher and have a strong understanding of the theoretical framework for comprehensive special educational needs skills teaching. He/she will have the capability to develop and deliver a high-quality Learning Support programme aligned with the School’s Mission and Vision. We are an accredited PYP, MYP, and DP school and expect the successful candidate to embody the IB. 

 What will you do on a day-to-day basis? 

 The successful candidate will: 

• Be experienced in supporting students with a wide range of barriers to learning 
• Be experienced in supporting students for whom English is an additional language 
• Be experienced in developing and reviewing individual education plans 
• Be experienced in the International Baccalaureate Primary and Middle Years Programme (IB PYP and MYP) or similar inquiry-based curriculum 
• Be responsible for collaborating on curriculum design and development 
• Be able to engage students at all levels 
• Be committed to high standards, interested in using a constructivist approach to learning and be enthusiastic about promoting international understanding 
• Be an innovator who is committed to learning and up to date with current research 
• Be an inspiring, challenging and empowering educational motivator 
• Be visible, approachable, with excellent interpersonal skills and a good sense of humour 
• Be flexible, creative, and resilient 

What will you bring to the table? 

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills, experience, and qualifications: 

• B.A. Degree in Special Education or other relevant degree or teaching qualification focused on inclusive education specialist 
• Relevant international teaching experience  
• Excellent fluency in English (verbal and written) 
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs 
• The ability to liaise with a team of professionals to coordinate services in support of students  
• Able to demonstrate creativity, compassion and a desire to make a difference in the learning of our children 

What’s in it for you? 

We are looking for candidates who are willing to go the extra mile for our young school to be successful. In return, we are offering a competitive salary for successful candidates. If you are internationally minded, permitted to work in the European Union and have the desire to help shape the exciting future of our school, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

Who are we? 

We are a young vibrant school located in Amstelveen. We pride ourselves in supporting and challenging every student to achieve excellence in their behaviour, academic work, sport, the arts, culture, citizenship, spirituality and relationships. We place emphasis on providing the students with opportunities to develop leadership and collaborative skills, as well as finding ways for them to serve others and contribute to the wider community. 

We are a fully international school with students and staff from 39 different countries and we are proud of our diverse and inclusive culture. We welcome new colleagues from different backgrounds and highly encourage people from around the world to apply for this position. 

 Amity International School Amsterdam is part of the not-for-profit Amity Education Group, home to over 150,000 students worldwide with school campuses across Amsterdam, Dubai, London, Singapore, New York, Delhi, Tashkent and plans to be in every major city in the world.  

Why is Safeguarding so important to us? 

We take caring for the physical and emotional health of each member of the school community very seriously. As a school, we are committed to safeguarding and expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. We will follow safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks before any appointment is confirmed.  

 What should you do next? 

If you feel that you are the candidate we are looking for, apply through TES, attach your CV, and supporting statement.  

If you have additional questions, do not hesitate to contact of HR department via recruitment@amityamsterdam.nl   

**Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.**