Teacher of IB MYP Integrated Science (full-time)

Are you passionate about inquiry-driven, concept-based teaching? Do you want to inspire students, collaborate with dedicated colleagues, and grow in a supportive and innovative environment? If so, we invite you to join our Science department as a Teacher of IB MYP Integrated Science. You will work closely with and be supported by the Subject Area Leader (SAL) and the Integrated Science Subject Coordinator (SC). Our large, dynamic, and supportive team consists of 22 teachers specialising in Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and ESS, along with the invaluable support of four lab technicians.

What’s in it for you?

• Professional Growth – Engage in ongoing professional learning and collaborate with experienced educators
• Student-Centered Teaching – Foster critical thinking, curiosity, and real-world connections through a dynamic IB curriculum
• Inclusive & Supportive Environment – Teach in a school that values differentiation, diversity, and student well-being
• Beyond the Classroom – Get involved in interdisciplinary learning, student mentorship, and IB core components like the Personal Project and Extended Essay
• A Global Perspective – Work in an IB World School that promotes innovation, creativity, and lifelong learning

What You’ll Do:

• Use your strong subject knowledge to create engaging, inquiry-based lessons
• Inspire students through interactive and reflective learning experiences
• Adapt to the unique needs of all learners, including high-ability students and those with additional language or learning challenges
• Help students develop a growth mindset, encouraging them to reflect, learn from setbacks, and take ownership of their progress
• Contribute to a collaborative team, engaging in planning and reflection to refine the curriculum
• Support students beyond the subject area, including interdisciplinary learning and key IB projects

Candidate Profile

• Internationally minded, innovative, and up-to-date with educational research
• A collaborative team player, committed to the growth of students and the whole school
• Enthusiastic, proactive, willing to engage in extracurricular activities and play an active role such as a class mentor/advisor
• Skilled in digital teaching tools (MacBook Air, touch-screen boards, iPads)
• A role model for the ISH Community Profile

We invest in future leaders as well as excellent teachers. If you’re a reflective educator eager for continuous professional learning, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

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):

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science (or a related field)
• An official teaching qualification for Science
• At least 3 years secondary school Science teaching experience

Preferred

• Experience in teaching IB MYP and DP/CP is advantageous
• Applicants who have the right to work in The Netherlands, independent of employment status 

We offer

As with all teacher appointments in The Netherlands, this is a temporary appointment for one year, with a view to a permanent contract if all the conditions are met. The position is based on the Dutch Collective Labor Agreement (CAO) for Secondary Education.

The position is based on 40 hours per week i.e full-time.

Other benefits include the 8% holiday allowance, a year-end bonus of 8.33%, a contribution towards travel expenses and the ABP pension scheme.

In addition staff are given a number of options for tax benefits regarding trade union dues, the costs of sports (fitness) membership fees, the purchase of a bicycle (for commuting purposes) and a travel allowance (cafeteria scheme). Rijnlands staff also receive discounts on various insurance policies.

Living in the Netherlands offers the advantage of a society with a high degree of English fluency, excellent services, safety, and social security. However, becoming part of this community also means embracing its way of life and navigating it largely independently, with some help from the school. At ISH, we value individuals who are curious about Dutch society and willing to connect with it. This is an opportunity to make an informed choice to immerse yourself in a vibrant and well-connected culture.

Application Process

You are invited to express your interest by following the quick apply link and submitting your application form, personal motivation letter and CV (all in English) - incomplete applications may not be considered.

Deadline for Applications: Sunday, 6 April 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as soon as possible. Please note that the school reserves the right to interview suitable applicants early and appoint a successful candidate prior to the deadline.

A full description of the role can be found in the “Teacher Roles and Responsibilities” document attached.

For more information on our application process, reference requirements, Recruitment Package etc. please visit our school website or contact our Recruitment Office on secondaryrecruitment@ishthehague.nl

Requirements to Work with Us

To meet the standards of the Dutch Education Authorities (DUO), you must be a fully qualified teacher. The following qualifications are required:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science (or a related field)
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education; or a Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate in Education

Your teaching qualification must:

• Qualify you to teach Science across all year groups and levels in Secondary Education.
• Be officially recognised either in your home country, or in the country where it was obtained (this is essential for DUO)

For UK Applicants who hold a PGCE, you must also have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Successfully completed the Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) induction year.

Safeguarding

At ISH, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students is at the heart of everything we do. We expect all applicants to share this commitment.

To uphold our high standards, we adhere to safer recruitment practices aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. This includes:

• Interviews
• Identity verification
• Criminal record checks
• Reference checks

As part of our process, the leadership team will conduct a verbal reference check by directly contacting your current or previous employer.

Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG)

All successful candidates are required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct (in Dutch: VOG) as a condition of employment with ISH and The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation. Rest assured, all associated costs will be fully reimbursed by the foundation.

By joining ISH, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes student safety and well-being above all else.