PYP Classroom Teacher
Are you passionate about teaching and learning in an IB World School? Do you have the ability to challenge and guide children to become knowledgeable, open-minded, reflective inquirers, risk-takers, and caring members of society?
The United World College Maastricht (UWC) is seeking a PYP Classroom Teacher (0.9-1.0 FTE).
Whether you have experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, particularly the Primary Years Programme (PYP), or are keen to grow in this area, we encourage you to apply.
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Working at UWC
UWC Maastricht is a vibrant and active school, part of a global movement of 18 schools. UWC Maastricht is a multicultural school that hosts students from more than 100 different nationalities. It operates within the Dutch public educational system and is subsidized by the Dutch government. The school is formed to serve both the needs of the Maastricht international community and the students chosen by UWC national committees all over the world. UWC Maastricht welcomes students between the ages of 4 and 19.
Our diverse student body represents a wide range of nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds, but they all share the common goal of learning for peace and a sustainable future.
UWC is an IB Continuum World School offering the Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) in primary school, and the Middle Years Programme (IB MYP), Diploma Programme (IB DP) and Career Programme (IB CP) in the secondary school.
The new colleague will participate fully as a team member in our Primary School with 300 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.
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 past 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 in Primary Education is required. A completed Master in Primary Education is beneficial.
- (International) Teaching Qualification / Certificate, like a Bachelor or Master in Primary Education or QTS with induction, that qualifies for accreditation according to the Dutch educational system.
- More information on the website of DUO, a department of the Dutch Ministery of Education.
- Experience in designing rich, real-life tasks to lift learning from the classroom.
- Working with transient student populations and Third Culture Kids.
- Working with diverse student needs in an integrated and inclusive classroom.
Personal qualities our teachers should have:
- A genuine empathy and care for children
- A sense of humor
- Collaborative, initiative and a willingness to contribute new ideas
- The ability to give and receive constructive feedback
- A desire to learn
- Reliability, resilience and self-awareness for personal growth
Terms of Employment
You will get a full or part 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. After that and if your Dutch teaching certificate has been granted by DUO, your temporary contract will be changed into a contract for an indefinite period of time. The salary is according to the Collective Labour Agreement for Primary schools (CAO-PO) between € 3463,- and € 5277,-, based on 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 25 February 2025.