Teacher of English Language & Literature
We are seeking an experienced full time MYP and CP/DP English Language & Literature teacher for students aged between 11 and 18, starting on 1 August 2025.
Applicants who have ready strategies to support English Language and Literature students with their ToK, internal assessment, oral and Extended Essay requirements are preferred.
UWC Maastricht
We offer a challenging and engaging education for students from all age groups, equipping them with the attitudes, skills and knowledge to live a meaningful and flourishing life. The UWC Maastricht educational experience is about knowing and acting. We nurture an understanding of the world and its major challenges, and help students discover how they can serve others and make a positive contribution to society and the planet. We currently serve over 900 students from more than 100 countries, 200 of whom live in our residential community on campus.
UWC Maastricht recruits qualified and experienced staff from around the world who are committed to our school’s mission to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future.
The new colleagues will participate fully as a team member in our Secondary School with almost 700 students, and within the whole school. At UWC Maastricht every teacher is considered to be part of the pastoral care structure. Therefore, teachers support students not only in their academic learning but also in their development as a person, by being a tutor to a group of students.
Safeguarding
UWC Maastricht is committed to upholding the highest standards in student safeguarding. Throughout the application process we will be assessing your suitability to work with children and young adults. Prior to an offer of employment being made, UWC Maastricht will check directly with current and former employers about safeguarding.
The successful profile & qualifications
Commitment
Pursuing the UWC mission requires a commitment from our staff members to the following values: International and cultural understanding, celebration of difference, personal responsibility and integrity, mutual responsibility and respect, compassion and service, respect for the environment, a sense of idealism, personal challenge, action and personal example.
It should be noted that the school is a dynamic and high energy environment: the satisfaction from working at UWC Maastricht is high – but so are the demands on time and engagement.
Education degree and professional experience
- Completed Bachelor and Master degree in Teaching English Language and Literature.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in an IB school and working with the IB MYP and CP/DP program. Additional IB training is preferred.
- (International) Teaching Qualification / Certificate, like a Bachelor and Master in Education or QTS with induction, that qualifies for accreditation according to the Dutch educational system. Your qualifications allow you to work with the age group 11-18.
- More information on the website of DUO, a department of the Dutch Ministry of Education Foreign diploma in the Netherlands – DUO
- Successful MYP and/or IB DP teaching experience strongly preferred;
Who are you?
You are confident, experienced and passionate about inquiry, concept-based learning and project-based learning;
You can demonstrate understanding of recent developments in pedagogical best practice;
You have previous experience working in a system that has external examination;
You are familiar and fluent with technology supported learning and technologically competent;
You have experience with utilizing and managing Microsoft software for course organization, content delivery, and student engagement;
You have awareness of the need to create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children;
You love to work with transient student populations and Third Culture Kids.
Terms of Employment
You will get a full time temporary contract of employment under Dutch law: the initial contract is until August 1, 2026. After a positive appraisal your contract can be extended for another year before we decide on a permanent contract. DUO accreditation is a hard requirement for a permanent contract.
The salary is monthly gross between € 3463,- and € 5277,- based on the LB pay scale in the Collective Labour Agreement for Secondary Education in the Netherlands, The salary will be based on years of relevant experience.
To be able to work in the Netherlands, a (foreign) staff member must be able to successfully apply for:
✔ Residence and work permits for the Netherlands.
✔ A Dutch VOG (certificate of good conduct).
UWCM will assist in the application process for residence and work permits and VOG.
NOTE: We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the vacancy deadline. The deadline for this vacancy is Friday 14 February 2025.