Teacher of Biology in Dutch, Secondary School

• Working pattern: 1.0 FTE
• Language Section: Dutch
• Indicative Salary Range: €3463 to €5277 per month, pro rata
• Start date: 1^st August 2025 (or, depending on your availability, up until 1^st October 2025)
• Closing date: 9 July 2025

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.

When you work in ESH's Biology Department, you will be part of a multicultural team consisting of 7 passionate teachers in four language departments. We value teamwork and a culture of collaboration in which we, as teachers, are lifelong learners. Our students are generally actively engaged in class, helpful and have a positive attitude. We are looking for a teacher who is not only intent on encouraging our gifted and talented learners to go beyond the classroom, but who also values the educational journey of all students in the classroom. If you feel that this applies to you, then please apply to join our team!

About the Role

As a Teacher of Biology, you will:

• Deliver engaging lessons to students aged 14-18, following the European Baccalaureate curriculum.
• Teach in Dutch to native speakers.
• Plan and deliver safe lessons involving lab experiments.
• Encourage creative thinking and skill development through a variety of teaching methods.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student’s talent is nurtured.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate educators to support a thriving science program.

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.
• Enjoy competitive benefits. We offer a salary aligned with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement (CAO VO).
  • The salary is a minimum €3463 and a maximum of €5277 on scale LB, the step offered will depend on your level of experience.
  • 8% holiday allowance (May)
  • 8.33% year-end bonus (December)
  • October allowance €1640 for a full-time position
  • Monthly contribution towards travel expenses (if applicable)
  • ABP pension scheme
  • 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)
  • Collective/group occupational disability insurance IPAP (Loyalis)
  • 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.
• HR relocation support

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology (First-degree/Eerste graads) and full teaching qualification for Secondary Education (recognised by the Dutch Education Authorities DUO).
• Experience and qualified to teach Biology to students aged 14-18, ideally in international or intercultural settings.
• Experienced teaching in Dutch, with a strong command of the Dutch language (C2 level or above).
• Ability to communicate in English with colleagues and parents.
• Experience teaching Integrated Science to students aged 11-14 is desirable.
• Ability to teach in English is desirable, but not essential.
•  A creative, inclusive approach to teaching and a willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities.
• The ability to speak other European languages is desirable, but not essential.

Ready to Join Us?

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds with a teaching qualification or willing to obtain one to apply. Please upload below 3 required documents on www.werkenbijrijnlandslyceum.nl.

• Your CV (in English)
•  A motivation letter (in English)
•  A completed application form. If this form is missing, we will not proceed further with your application.

Please address your letter to the attention of Ms. Juliet Palmer; Head of Secondary school.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, either in person or via Microsoft Teams. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early to ensure consideration. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates are preferred. Applicants are eligible for the reimbursement of travel expenses. The recruitment officer will provide more information 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.