Teacher EAL
British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
Netherlands
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 28 January 2018
Job overview
We are currently looking for a full-time Teacher of EAL to join our Senior School in Voorschoten, just outside of The Hague, from April 2018.
Our goals
At the BSN we are passionate about a high challenge, high support approach to language acquisition and aim to deliver a progressive syllabus that guides students through essential first steps, integrated content language teaching and continued academic literacy support.
We believe the mainstream classroom provides the ideal learning environment and that every subject teacher is also a language teacher to the benefit of all students. In addition to this, small language focus groups provide a supportive, student centred environment in which students can experiment with language and develop the social and academic literacy skills they need to take full advantage of the opportunities on offer throughout the school.
The BSN challenges students to take charge of their own EAL learning journey supported by portfolios of evidence, ongoing assessment for learning and clear steps that help students plot a course to advance their language skills.
Our international community also understands the importance of mother tongue development and challenges learners to use their full language repertoire to process and respond to the demands of the curriculum. Our parent community is encouraged to participate in all aspects of their child’s learning and we aim to develop a greater understanding of language acquisition through regular workshops and links to diverse language communities.
What you will bring
The EAL department is evolving and we are keen to hear from highly qualified language specialists who are passionate about additive bilingualism. They will be used to diagnosing individual language needs and supporting progress with engaging and challenging classroom based tasks. They will have significant experience in scaffolding language for learning at all levels and be able to contribute their own ideas to support language development across the curriculum. They will also be interested in team teaching and building a close relationship with subject areas. A working knowledge of mainstream subject curricula would be an asset.
You will be teaching mixed ability groups of KS3 students withdrawn from the mainstream for language development and will also support students within the mainstream classroom. Experience of the Cambridge exams, IGCSE and IELTS would be an advantage as you may also teach exam preparation courses. You will be expected to contribute to the EAL learning environment, building an enticing, student owned space that seeks to promote multilingualism and support the development of the whole child.
If you are motivated by what you have read so far, please view our recruitment brochure below, for more information on our school and the benefits of joining the BSN:
https://www.bsngateway.nl/sites/ext/hrpages/Documents/Teaching%20at%20SSV_FINAL.pdf
Please apply direct via our website: https://bsn.homerun.co/teacher-eal/en
Applications should reach us by 28 January 2018.
About British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
- British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
- Jan van Hooflaan 3
- Voorschoten
- 2252 BG
- Netherlands
Senior School Voorschoten is a thriving educational community where there is opportunity for all students to excel in a wide range of studies and activities. We have high expectations of our students and aim to equip them with the skills, qualifications and experience to be successful in the next phase of their lives.
We believe it is important that students can demonstrate engagement, imagination, and creativity in their work, which we encourage them to do through our broad curriculum and extensive enrichment programme.
We work tirelessly to ensure that teaching is of the highest quality and that learning is both interesting and fulfilling. At the BSN we value the individuality of all students whilst fostering teamwork and collective approaches to success.
TEACHING AT THE BSN
With small classes, motivated students, outstanding classroom support and excellent facilities, our staff are free to truly teach.
The BSN is a well-established school with a strong reputation and consistently outstanding exam results. At the same time, standards are modern and our culture is one of innovation and continuous improvement.
Our Ed Tech strategy provides the best tools for great learning to occur and ensures the learning benefits are firmly in focus. Beyond the classroom, students benefit from an extensive range of co-curricular activities, trips and visits.
LIVING IN THE NETHERLANDS
In the Netherlands, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to meet new people and socialise. The Netherlands offers a high standard of living with a good work/life balance.
The Netherlands is safe and stable, with well-connected transportation and good infrastructure.
There is a strong sporting tradition, but be warned, the weather is not always predictable! Fortunately, there are plenty of museums to visit when it rains, especially for the art enthusiast.
DEVELOP & LEARN
Our aim is to provide clear and transparent information regarding our commitment to professional development and the opportunities available for our staff in line with the future needs of our organisation.
Our Professional Development opportunities are structured into five key areas:
- Career Development Pathway
- Learning Communities
- Mandatory Training & Qualifications
- School-based Professional Development
- Peer and Self-guided Development
At the BSN we are dedicated and committed to enhance your professional growth. We look forward to supporting your development journey at the BSN.
Next to our Professional Development Academy we provide a variety of professional development opportunities om campus, Dutch language courses and workshops on health and well-being for our staff.
SAFER RECRUITMENT
The BSN is an equal opportunities employer and is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. 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. All applicants are subject to a rigorous screening process that includes: verification of qualifications; obtaining two supervisory references (including current employer's) and obtaining current and previous Police Checks. For the majority of positions, initial video interviews will be conducted via Cammio. Any employment gaps in CVs will be address during interview.
DIVERSITY & EQUALITY
The BSN is committed to diversity and equal opportunities for all of its staff and students. We have recently established a dedicated cross-campus diversity and equality working group for our staff and parents.
We encourage and invite candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for our vacancies.
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