IB MYP & DP / IGCSE Head of English Teacher (2026-2027 academic year)

Job Overview

Are you a passionate and motivating English Teacher with a background in the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and IGCSE? If you're seeking an exciting new opportunity, we encourage you to apply for our Head of English Teacher role.

The perfect candidate will have a strong enthusiasm for English, a deep commitment to our school's mission, and the ability to inspire and engage students effectively.

What will be your daily responsibilities?

The chosen candidate will:

• Have experience in teaching English at the senior school level, with a strong preference for familiarity with IB MYP, DP, and IGCSE.
• Possess a solid understanding of the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy and curriculum framework.
• Collaborate on curriculum design, focusing on developing concept-driven units of inquiry that include authentic assessment tasks.
• Differentiating instruction to cater to the diverse needs of all students.
• Employ a constructivist approach to education while encouraging independent learning.
• Foster international-mindedness and promote service-learning projects.
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills.
• Be approachable and present, showing excellent interpersonal abilities and a good sense of humor.
• Exhibit flexibility, creativity, and resilience.
• Work collaboratively within a team to contribute to the broader school community.
• Teach additional subjects as needed based on departmental requirements and the candidate's expertise.

What qualifications should you possess?

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience teaching in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) and Diploma Programme (IB DP).
• IGCSE experience is highly valued.
• Experience in teaching English at the senior school level.
• A bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant field, along with a valid teaching qualification.
• Significant international teaching experience.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Preferred: Experience or willingness to teach an additional subject, such as EAL, TOK, or Humanities.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on current educational research.
• The ability to inspire, challenge, and empower students.
• Creativity, compassion, and a genuine interest in enhancing student learning.

For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description and Application brochure. Apply via the WhatSchool platform.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found before the official closing date.

Amity International School Amsterdam

At Amity International School Amsterdam, our mission centers on empowering students to achieve success. We take pride in being a family-oriented institution, nurturing strong bonds with our broader community and the Amity Education Group. As we expand, we remain committed to leading the way in impactful teaching and learning.

We are an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and the Diploma Programme. Our IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to providing high-quality, challenging, international education, which we believe is crucial for our students.

Our curriculum is based on the understanding that optimal learning occurs when students are engaged, emotionally connected to their education, and when it is relevant to their lives and the world around them. At Amity Amsterdam, we customize our students' educational journeys according to their individual skills, abilities, interests, needs, and learning styles. A key component of our curriculum is providing real-world experiences, engaging with experts, and hands-on learning opportunities.