Italiaans
Teacher of Italian, Secondary School
Teacher of Italian, Secondary School
- Working pattern: 0.167 – 0.250 FTE (replacement until end of the school year ( July 31 2026))
- Indicative Salary Range: 3622€ to 5520€ per month
- Start date: ASAP
- Closing date: Until we find a suitable candidate
Located in the international heart of the Netherlands, The European School The Hague offers a rich and dynamic learning environment. We provide complete Early Years, Primary, and Secondary education, guiding our students toward the prestigious European Baccalaureate. With a dedicated team of qualified professionals, we are committed to delivering high-quality education that nurtures both academic achievement and personal growth. Here, students from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, grow, and thrive in an inclusive and inspiring community. Our Primary and Secondary schools are situated on two spacious campuses in The Hague’s International Zone, working closely together with a shared vision and mission as part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation
The Rijnlands Lyceum is a diverse school organisation comprising three primary schools and five secondary schools located in The Hague, Wassenaar, Oegstgeest and Sassenheim.The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation is a diverse educational organisation with decades of experience and a strong reputation.
We support the personal growth of both our students and our staff. With us, you step into an international world full of opportunities. You contribute to the future of education while developing yourself. We challenge you, give you the space to grow, and ensure that your work truly makes an impact.
About the Role
ESH is seeking to recruit an individual for our secondary school who is first and foremost student-centered, but also driven and knowledgeable in teaching the European Italian curriculum. Our aim is to make a difference in the lives of the students we teach, not only in the academic setting of the classroom, but socially and emotionally, too. We believe in supporting the holistic growth of our students as they take their steps toward becoming life-long learners, inspiring them to be responsible, future-focused, and proactive citizens of Europe and the world. You will teach 1 class, S4L1 for 4 periods per week, with an option to additionally teach up to 2 periods of support lessons per week.
The successful candidate for this vacancy will be joining a highly skilled Italian Department. It is a dynamic team strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of our teachers, their individual approaches to teaching and learning, and their different experiences in school environments. This part-time position offers our new colleague the opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming department that values professional autonomy as well as enjoying the benefits of collaboration. We are a team who seek to build upon and share our collective knowledge, finding innovative ways to engage our students while personalizing tried-and-tested strategies to suit our classes.
As a Teacher of Italian, you will:
· Deliver engaging lessons 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 Italian programme.
What we are looking for
· A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Italian Language / Italian Literature (First-degree/Eerste graads) and full teaching qualification for Secondary Education (recognized by the Dutch Education Authorities (DUO).
· You hold a fully qualified teacher status for Secondary Education in the country the qualification is obtained
· Native speaker of Italian
· Experience in teaching Italian to native speakers native and/ or experience in teaching Italian as an additional language from beginner level to advanced level
· Experience in teaching the age group of 11-18
· Experience in international or intercultural education
· Good ICT skills and an understanding of ICT use in an educational context
· Living in the Netherlands
Why Join Us?
· Be Part of Something Special: Shape the creative minds of our diverse student body in an international setting.
· Experience the World: Work in The Hague, a city rich in culture and international connections.
· We offer a salary aligned with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement (CAO VO). The salary is a minimum of 3622€ and a maximum of 5520€ for a full-time contract on the LB scale. The salary scale and the step offered will depend on your level of experience.
o 8% holiday allowance (May)
o 8.33% year-end bonus (December)
o Monthly contribution towards travel expenses (if applicable)
o ABP pension scheme
o Number of options for tax benefits regarding, e.g. trade union dues, the costs of sports (for instance, fitness membership fees and the purchase of a bicycle (for commuting purposes)
o Collective/group occupational disability insurance IPAP (Loyalis)
o Discount on various insurances (additional insurance on the health care package, home content, legal aid, liability insurance policies and more)
· Grow and Learn: Enjoy ongoing professional development in a supportive and innovative environment. Every teacher has a personal budget for professional development.
Please note that all the amounts mentioned above are on a pro rata basis.
How to apply
Candidates meeting the criterisa are invited to submit the required documents by clicking on the apply/solliciteren button at the end of the page.
· Your CV in English
· A motivation letter in English
· A completed application form
Please ensure your application is complete before submitting. Applications sent by email will not be reviewed.
Please address your letter to the attention of Ms. Juliet Palmer; Head of Secondary School.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview at our Secondary school located on the Oostduinlaan 50 in The Hague. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. In cases where candidates are equally qualified, preference will be given to internal applicants. Eligible candidates may claim reimbursement for travel expenses; further details will be provided by the recruitment officer upon invitation.
Contact Us
For any questions, please reach out to our recruitment officer, Ming En Li, at recruitment@eshthehague.nl.
Our recruitment procedure is subject to the Recruitment code. The purpose of the code is to provide a standard for a transparent and fair recruitment and selection procedure. ESH requests all applicants to read the code before applying carefully.
Information about the European School can be found on www.europeanschoolthehague.nl and www.rijnlandslyceum.nl. The website of the European Schools www.eursc.eu explains the European Schools’ system and regulations.