Teacher of Visual Arts

Are you passionate about merging the hands-on elements of traditional craftsmanship with the innovations of modern technology? Do you have a creative mindset and seek to thrive as part of a supportive and skilled team? If you are an enthusiastic art educator ready to lend your distinctive skills to our diverse program and grow with us, we would be thrilled to hear from you!

Our Visual Arts team, comprised of six dedicated practitioners, is part of an integrated Arts Department that collaborates closely with Theatre and Music to create a curriculum that honors both traditional techniques and contemporary practices. We seek a creative educator with experience in areas such as illustration, studio arts, or textiles to enrich our unit development and help us continue to evolve.

Your contributions will include:
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Creating and teaching IB lessons that encourage deep critical thinking and foster real-world connections, moving beyond simple instructional methods.

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Working alongside a progressive team to enhance our Visual Arts curriculum and explore interdisciplinary connections.

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Implementing advanced differentiation strategies to challenge high-achieving artists while supporting students with varied learning and language needs.

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Upholding high standards of student behavior through strong relationships and acting as a pastoral mentor to promote academic and social well-being.

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Advocating for the arts within the school and the broader community through exhibitions, reflections, and open communication with parents.

Why you'll appreciate working here:
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We believe that student creativity stems from teacher creativity. Our environment encourages you to experiment, iterate, and develop your teaching practice in a safe and supportive setting.

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Enjoy a school-wide commitment to ongoing professional development and collaborative coaching.

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Become part of a diverse team of seasoned educators who value inclusion, reflective practices, and a healthy work-life balance.

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Participate in shaping a curriculum that aligns with our school’s guiding principles and the growth mindset we promote for our students.

What we are looking for:
We seek an educator who embodies the ISH Community Profile. To ensure your values and qualifications align with our school’s needs, please review our Person Specification prior to applying.

Required qualifications and experience:
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You must be a fully qualified teacher according to the standards set by Dutch Education Authorities (DUO).

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A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fine Arts or a related discipline.

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A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in Visual Arts at the secondary level.

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Applicants must have the right to work in The Netherlands independently of their employment status, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Preferred qualifications include:
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Experience in teaching Visual Arts within the IB MYP and/or DP/CP framework.

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Experience as a student mentor.

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Familiarity with international school environments and culturally diverse student bodies.

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A student-focused, inquiry-based approach to professional development.

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Participation in relevant IB workshops.

We offer:
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Contract: This is a 12-month temporary position, with the potential for a permanent contract contingent upon meeting all conditions.

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Salary: Based on the Dutch Collective Labor Agreement (CAO) for Secondary Education Scale LB: €3622 - €5520 per month (gross) for 1.0 FTE, with steps in the scale determined by relevant experience.

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Hours: This role is based on 32-40 hours per week, equivalent to 0.8 - 1.0 FTE.

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Start date: The successful candidate will commence on 1 August 2026.

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Work-life balance: Enjoy generous school holiday periods according to the Rijksoverheid (Dutch government) schedule for South Holland.

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Benefits: 8% holiday allowance, 8.33% year-end bonus, ABP pension scheme, and travel expense reimbursements.

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Perks: Tax advantages for fitness memberships, bicycle purchases, and discounts on insurance.

Application process:
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through TES by submitting a completed application/profile, cover letter, and CV (all in English). Please be aware that incomplete applications may not be considered.

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Application deadline: Sunday, 5 April 2026.

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Interview schedule: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

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Preliminary interviews: Week 16 (13 - 17 April 2026)

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Formal interviews: Week 17 (20 - 24 April 2026)

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Contact: For inquiries, please reach out to our Secondary Recruitment Office via email at secondaryrecruitment@ishthehague.nl.