PYP Classroom Teacher Primary School (Maternity cover)

UWC Maastricht; Maastricht; Hybrid; EUR 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UWC Maastricht in Maastricht, the Netherlands, seeks a qualified PYP Classroom Teacher for our Primary School to cover a maternity leave starting January 2027. You will deliver the IB‑PYP curriculum to 8–11-year-olds and participate fully as a team member within the Primary School and the wider school community.

The ideal candidate holds a Completed Bachelor in Primary Education (Master preferred) and an internationally recognised teaching qualification valid under Dutch systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Primary Education required.
• Master in Primary Education beneficial.
• International teaching qualification or Dutch accreditation required.
• QTS with induction acceptable for accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the PYP curriculum to 8–11 year olds in a primary setting and contribute to the school community.
• Collaborate with the Primary School team and support pastoral care within the wider school.

Education

Bachelor in Primary Education

Master in Primary Education

International Teaching Qualification / Certificate

QTS with induction

Job description

PYP Classroom Teacher Primary School (Maternity cover)

We offer a challenging and engaging education for students from all age groups, equipping them with the attitudes, skills and knowledge to live a meaningful and flourishing life. The UWC Maastricht educational experience is about knowing and acting. We nurture an understanding of the world and its major challenges, and help students discover how they can serve others and make a positive contribution to society and the planet. We currently serve over 900 students from more than 100 countries, ab

We are looking for a qualified and dedicated PYP Classroom teacher for our Primary school starting January 2027, to cover for a colleague who will go on maternity leave.

The new colleague will participate fully as a team member in the Primary school and within the whole school. At UWC Maastricht every teacher is considered to be part of the pastoral care structure. Therefore subject teachers support students not only in their academic learning but also in their development as a person.

Considering the start date and the temporary nature of this role, you are only eligble if you have a Dutch work permit or EU passport

The successful profile & qualifications

Commitment

Pursuing the UWC mission requires a commitment from our staff members to the following values:

International and cultural understanding, celebration of difference, personal responsibility and integrity, mutual responsibility and respect, compassion and service, respect for the environment, a sense of idealism, personal challenge, action and personal example.

It should be noted that the school is a dynamic and high energy environment: the satisfaction from working at UWC Maastricht is high – but so are the demands on time and engagement.

Education degree

• Completed Bachelor in Primary Education is required. A completed Master in Primary Education is beneficial.
• (International) Teaching Qualification / Certificate, like a Bachelor or Master in Education or QTS with induction , that qualifies for accreditation according to the Dutch educational system. Your qualifications alllow you to work with the age group 8-11.
• More information on the website of DUO, a department of the Dutch Ministery of Education

Preferred professional experience

• Successful experience in delivery of the IB-PYP, or other conceptually driven curriculum
• Experience in Readers and Writers workshops
• Experience supporting student inquiry
• Experience designing rich, real-life tasks to lift learning from the classroom
• Working with transient student populations and Third Culture Kids
• Working with diverse student needs in an integrated and inclusive classroom

Safeguarding

UWC Maastricht is committed to upholding the highest standards in student safeguarding. Throughout the application process we will be assessing your suitability to work with children and young adults. Prior to an offer of employment being made, UWC Maastricht will check directly with current and former employers about safeguarding.

UWC Maastricht recruits qualified and experienced staff from around the world who are committed to our school’s mission to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future.

Terms of Employment

• You will get a 1.0 FTE or 0.9 FTE, depending on what yeargroup you will teach. It will be a temporary contract of employment under Dutch law: the initial contract is until December 2027 at the latest.
• The package will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the position, according to the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Primary Education (‘CAO PO’). The salary is based on years of experience and lies between €3.665,- and €5.586,- per month on a full time basis.
• Participation in the school’s pension plan via the ABP Retirement/Pension Fund.
• Support in the application for the ‘30% Facility for Incoming Employees’ with the Dutch Tax Authorities (if relevant).

• Residence and work permits for the Netherlands.
• A Dutch VOG (certificate of good conduct).
• UWCM will assist in the application process for residence and work permits and VOG.

NOTE: We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the vacancy deadline. The deadline for this vacancy is 28 October.

Your Application

Your application should meet the following requirements:

• It contains a full CV and motivation letter.
• Your application should be written in English, as we are working in an international environment.