Primary Dutch Language Acquisition Teacher

Do you want to be part of an international IB school in Amsterdam where learning is at the heart of everything we do? Then we invite you to apply!

About us

The Amsterdam International Community School (AICS) is a Dutch International Primary and Secondary School offering international education in English to approximately 2400 students of more than 80 different nationalities who are (temporarily) living in the Netherlands and are enjoying high quality, accessible, community based international learning.

The AICS is a partly-state-funded community school, which enables us to deliver high-quality education at competitive fees. We were the first school in the Netherlands to offer the full IB continuum (IB, PYP, MYP, DP and CP) and are a fully accredited member of the Council of International Schools (CIS).

AICS students value and embrace differences and diversity. Our education aims to teach our students to become compassionate and wise human beings through knowledge and inquiry.

The AICS is guided by the core values of belonging, a possibility mindset, and learning for life, fostering a supportive community in which students, staff and parents feel valued, approach challenges with optimism, and are committed to continuous personal and academic development.

This is what you bring
You are a teacher who values collaboration, demonstrates flexibility in a dynamic learning environment, and is committed to the continuous development of both students and your own professional practice.

• At least two years of primary school teaching experience
• A valid primary teaching qualification (PABO or equivalent)
• An understanding and knowledge of various cultural backgrounds
• Excellent command of the English language and communication skills
• A commitment to the school’s mission to provide high-quality community-based international learning in the form of the IB programme
• A resilient attitude and a good sense of humour
• You excel in planning and organising engaging lessons while building and maintaining strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.

About the position
Do you have a PABO diploma? And perhaps an NT2 certificate or are you willing to obtain this? Are you looking for a varied job with students and colleagues from all over the world? Are you open-minded, flexible, a team player, willing to develop further and do you enjoy familiarising children with the Dutch language and culture? Then apply with us! We offer you a challenging job, where you introduce the students to the Dutch language and culture.

The groups taught can range from groups 1 to 7 in level groups (from beginners to children who speak Dutch fluently). It is beneficial to have an understanding of inquiry-based learning, ideally with experience in the International Baccalaureate “Primary Years Programme” (PYP).

You will work closely with the other teachers, with whom you will further develop Dutch language and culture education within the curriculum framework.

We are looking for someone who is able to cater for students with many different social, emotional, and educational needs, from a variety of different cultural backgrounds and countries.

We offer

• Salary in LB payscale, based upon knowledge and experience (min. €3.622 -max. €5.520, full-time per month, before tax).
• End-of-year bonus of 8.33%;
• A holiday allowance in May (8%);
• Good work-life balance which includes school holidays;
• An excellent pension plan with ABP;
• A wide range of vitality and wellbeing benefits;
• A wide range of professional development opportunities;
• Staff outings and events.

We offer a temporary contract for 0,6 - 1.0 FTE (we are flexible in this) with the prospect of a permanent position after one year based on proven suitability.

Are you interested?
Please submit your application before 1 May through this website. For questions, please reach out to recruitment@cb.espritscholen.nl.

Do you have Esprit?
The AICS is one of the 15 Esprit schools. At Esprit Schools, we offer innovative education. And challenge ourselves to do things differently. We want to explore the world of education without the boxes and categories. Ultimately aiming for learning beyond boundaries. For that, we need you. Your ideas. Your energy. Your Esprit.

Child safety
The Amsterdam International Community School is committed to providing a safe learning environment for our staff and students. Reference checks will include child protection verification for all serious candidates. A police clearance certificate for previous countries of employment and a Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag (VOG) are required for all staff.

Internal candidates are given priority. Acquisition regarding this vacancy is not appreciated.