Teacher of History, Human Science and Ethics, German Section

Omschrijving organisatie

De Stichting staat voor kwaliteit van onderwijs Alle medewerkers van de Stichting Het Rijnlands Lyceum spannen zich in om de beste leeromgeving voor onze leerlingen te scheppen. De Stichting draagt hierin een belangrijke verantwoordelijkheid die verder reikt dan besturen of toezicht houden alleen.
De Stichting draagt zorg voor een gezonde financiële huishouding, goede huisvesting voor leerlingen en medewerkers, professionele leergemeenschappen, het werven van enthousiast en kundig personeel en facilitering op het gebied van ICT. Bovendien is de Stichting, als "bevoegd gezag", eindverantwoordelijk voor de kwaliteit van het onderwijs.
Ze legt daarover verantwoording af aan het ministerie van Onderwijs en de onderwijsinspectie. In het kader van de verticale verantwoording wordt het jaarverslag besproken met verschillende belanghebbenden zoals de beide gemeenschappelijke medezeggenschapsraden op stichtingsniveau en de medezeggenschapsraden en ouderraden op schoolniveau.

Functieomschrijving

Teacher of History, Human Science and Ethics, German Section
European School The Hague
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Teacher of History, Human Science and Ethics, German Section, Secondary School

Working pattern: 0.5 FTE
Language Section: German
Indicative Salary Range: €3463 to €5277 per month, pro rata.
Start date: 1st August 2025
Closing date: Until a suitable candidate is found
When you work in ESH's Humanities Department, you will be part of a multicultural team consisting of passionate teachers of History, Geography and Human Science, teaching in four language sections. We value teamwork and a culture of collaboration in which we as teachers are lifelong learners. Our students are generally actively engaged in class, helpful and have a positive attitude. We are looking for a teacher who is not only intent on encouraging our gifted and talented learners to go beyond the classroom, but who also values the educational journey of all students in the classroom. If you feel that this applies to you, then please apply to join our team!

About the Role

As a Teacher of History, Human Science and Ethics, you will:

Deliver engaging lessons, in German, to students aged 11-18, following the European Baccalaureate curriculum.
Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student’s talent is nurtured.
Collaborate with a team of passionate educators to support a thriving Human Science and History programme.
Assess students’ progress through formative and summative evaluations, including coursework, oral presentations, and written exams.
Collaborate with colleagues in the humanities departments to develop interdisciplinary learning experiences.
Attend and participate in departmental meetings, professional development sessions, and European School-related training.
Full training and support will be provided to help the right candidate adapt to the requirements of the European Baccalaureate curriculum
Why Join Us?

Be Part of Something Special: Shape the creative minds of our diverse student body in an international setting.
Enjoy Competitive Benefits: We offer a salary aligned with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement, as well as attractive perks like holiday bonuses, travel contributions, pension schemes and a relocation package for eligible applicants.
A permanent position, due to the state recognition of the German teaching licence in the Netherlands and the successful completion of a one-year probationary period
Opportunities for further training and personal development
What We’re Looking For

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in History (First-degree/Eerste graads) and full teaching qualification for Secondary Education (recognized by the Dutch Education Authorities (DUO).
Ability to teach in German, (minimum C2 level).
Ability to speak good English for daily communication. Part of the interview will be in English.
The ability to speak other European languages is desirable, but not essential. There could be a possiblity to additionally teach in English, Dutch or French for a suitable candidate.
Experience teaching students aged 11-18, ideally in international or intercultural settings.
A creative, inclusive approach to teaching and a willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities.
Our Multicultural School

The European School The Hague is a vibrant hub of learning situated in The Hague’s International Zone. With small class sizes and a commitment to both academic excellence and personal growth, we are proud to provide a welcoming and enriching environment for students and staff alike.

Our school thrives on diversity and celebrates the unique perspectives every individual brings to our community.

Ready to Join Us?

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds with a teaching qualification or willing to obtain one to apply. Please upload below 3 required documents by clicking on the end or beginning of the page.

Your CV (in German)
A motivation letter (in German)
A completed application form. If this form is missing, we will not proceed further with your application.
Please address your letter to the attention of Ms. Juliet Palmer; Head of Secondary school.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, either in person or via Microsoft Teams. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early to ensure consideration. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates are preferred. Applicants are eligible for the reimbursement of travel expenses. The recruitment officer will provide more information upon invitation.