Dutch teacher

Do you want to introduce students from all over the world to the Dutch language? Do you find it an enjoyable challenge that many of our students have a different native language? Then we are looking for you

Your job
You will teach Dutch to our international students in an inspiring, motivating, and enthusiastic way. As a teacher, you are responsible for the teaching of Middle School classes. You teach in Dutch following the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. At Rivers, we teach in smaller groups, allowing you to connect deeply with your students.

You are
Some students were born in the Netherlands but have lived abroad for a long time, while others were born abroad. This creates a lot of diversity in the classrooms, as well as differences in proficiency levels. You have the adaptability to handle this well and understand what your students need. You are a coach for the students and a pleasant and energetic colleague. You can create a safe space for your students and encourage them to come to you with their questions. Since our students often have only recently moved to the Netherlands, these questions can vary widely. You are dedicated to helping students, and sometimes their families, adjust to Dutch customs.

About us (Rivers International School Arnhem / Lorentz Lyceum)
We want our students to become caring and principled world citizens. We aim to reach this goal by stimulating their curiosity and developing their personal academic and social potential.

Our balanced and rigorous IB programs enable our students to gain the skills, the breadth and depth of knowledge, and a positive attitude towards learning that will also prepare them for success in later life.

Rivers International School Arnhem is a small and caring international community, which is able to draw on the resources of a larger partner school. We provide a stimulating learning environment and guide our students in an atmosphere of intercultural understanding and respect.

Why do I work at Rivers International School Arnhem?
- 'At Rivers, I particularly like our student-centred curriculum emphasizing the development of skills through inquiry and concept-based teaching and learning – it allows me to fully tap into my own creativity to support my students' natural curiosity. It is a dream come true for me as a professional teacher.'

- 'The atmosphere here at River is really special. I have taught in many international schools, but nowhere have I encountered such an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding as at Rivers. It is quite unique, and I feel blessed to be able to be part of it.'

We offer
We offer you an inspiring and challenging working environment as of August 1, 2024 (start date in consultation of course). This includes a good package of employment conditions according to CAO VO.

• You will receive a one-year contract for 0.2 FTE, with the intention of converting it to a permanent position after one year. Do you want to work more, contact us.
• The function is based on your knowledge and experience. This means you will be scaled in at scale LB, starting at € 3.301, - and ending at € 5.030, - per month (CAO VO gross per month based on a fulltime employment).
• A standard travel allowance as per CAO, a good and attractive pension plan, 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8,33%, and free time during holidays.
• A personal budget of 90 hours with a full-time employment. You can use this as desired. For example, you have the option to exercise, an extra day off for a weekend away, shopping at Coolblue, etc.
• Your personal development is important for us. That is why we have created our own academy, named Quriuz. You can follow various masterclasses and workshops. Next to it, you can also follow professional development or receive coaching.

Quadraam has to offer much more. Interested? Follow this link.

Your profile
To fill this function successfully, you are in possession of a 2nd degree teaching qualification or equivalent. You are a near-native English speaker. Experience in IB MYP and DP is desirable.

Let's meet
Are you interested? Then we would like to receive your CV and an appealing motivation letter about who you are and why you are the person we are looking for before June 16, 2024. Are we enthusiastic about your motivation and CV? We will invite you for a first interview.

Do you want to know more, or do you have questions about the function? Please contact Jochen Katzer, Head Rivers. You can reach Jochen by phone at or by mail:

A safe and pleasant workplace for everyone
We look forward to working with you As part of our standard procedure, we ask all our colleagues to submit a recent Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) before taking up employment. Simply to ensure that we can guarantee a safe and pleasant working environment for everyone. Please keep this in mind.

Do you want to know more?
Do you want to know more about the application process, what we have to offer, to know if you fit with Quadraam and its schools (do a test)? Please visit our website

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We want the best colleague for the right place That is why the vacancy is published internally and externally. We are looking forward to receiving your application.