Teacher of PE, part-time

Workingatrijnlandslyceum; Den Haag; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

8.33% year-end bonus

Travel allowance contribution

ABP pension scheme

Insurance and tax benefits

Job summary

The European School The Hague is seeking a part-time PE Teacher to deliver engaging lessons to students aged 11-15 following the European Baccalaureate curriculum. You will foster an inclusive, proactive classroom and collaborate with fellow educators to support a thriving PE program.

This role involves organizing camps, sports days, and after-school activities, with a strong emphasis on differentiation and professional conduct in a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Education (or equivalent).
• Fully qualified teacher status for secondary education, recognized in the country where the qualification was obtained.
• Your teaching qualifications must meet the Dutch Education Authorities' (DUO) standards.
• Proficiency in English at a C2 level (CEFR).
• Experience teaching students aged 11–18.
• Willing to take on organisational tasks (camps, coach, sports days) to fulfill departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons to students aged 11-15, following the European Baccalaureate curriculum.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student’s talent is nurtured.
• Collaborate with a team of educators to support a thriving PE program.
• Organise camps, sports days, and tournaments as needed.
• Differentiate instruction and maintain a proactive, professional approach.

Skills

English proficiency (C2)

Qualified teacher status

Experience 11-18

Intercultural education

Work permit NL

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Physical Education

Job description

Are you ready to motivate the next generation of students to get and stay physically active? As a PE Teacher at The European School The Hague, you will have the unique opportunity to engage with our diverse student body, equipping them with invaluable athletic attitudes, knowledge, and life skills. You will have access to excellent facilities, including two dedicated PE halls and a wonderful outdoor sports area. Our department deeply values proactiveness and professionalism in how we interact with colleagues, engage with students, and manage equipment. This means you respect deadlines, deliver high-quality lessons, and reliably manage your responsibilities. Because we offer a wide variety of sports, we expect our educators to invest the time necessary to plan dynamic, well-structured lessons. In addition, you will receive additional tasks such as organizing a camp/trip/sports day.Our school values of Ambition, Positivity, and Respect underpin the PE Department focus. This framework allows us to challenge our students to reach beyond their capabilities by motivating high expectations in our day-to-day lessons; cultivate positive and caring relationships with those whom we teach, modelling how students should treat each other in a kind and positive manner, and perhaps most importantly, model how to build respect in a multinational, multilingual school that strives for diversity and inclusion. Knowing our students and supporting their needs lies at the heart of our teaching.

Teacher of PE, part-time

• Indicative Salary Range: 3622€ to 5520€ per month
• 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.

As a Teacher of PE, you will:

• Open toand positive attitude towardslong-term learning and feedback.
• Deliver engagingPElessons to students aged 11-15, following the European Baccalaureate curriculum.
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• Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student’s talent is nurtured.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate educators to support a thrivingPEprogram.
• Willing to take onorganizationaltasks(camps/sportsdays/tournaments)to fulfill departmental needs
• Hands-on, proactive approach
• Professional attitude (e.g., meeting deadlines, maintaining a professional workspace)
• Ability to differentiate
• Teamplayer mentality for collaborating with colleagues, students, and parents
• Passion for promoting physical activity and well-being
• Willing to take on an after-school sports team. No specialization required, but a proactive attitude towards learning a specific sport is essential.
• Best of all: A positive can-do attitude

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in Physical Education(or equivalent).
• Fully qualified teacher status for secondary education, recognized in the country where the qualification was obtained. (For UK/Ireland/Scotland applicants, you must have QTS and have completed or been exempt from the statutory induction period).
• Your teaching qualifications must meet the Dutch Education Authorities' (DUO ) standards.
• Proficiency in English at a C2 level (CEFR).
• Experience teaching students aged 11–18.
• Open and positive attitude to long-term feedback (learning never ends).
• Willing to take on necessary organisational tasks (camps, coach, sports days) to fulfill departmental needs.
• Hands-on, proactive approachand ability to differentiate.
• Professional attitude (e.g., meeting deadlines, maintaining a professional workspace).
• Teamplayer mentality for collaborating with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Passion for promoting physical activity and well-being.
• Willing to take on an after-school sports team. No specialisation required, but a proactive attitude towards learning a specific sport is essential.
• Familiarity with international or intercultural education.
• Knowledge of additional EU languages is an advantage.
• Living in the Netherlands with a work permit

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 and the step offered will depend on your level of experience.
  • 8% holiday allowance (May)
  • 8.33% year-end bonus (December)
  • 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.

Please note that all the amounts mentioned above are on a pro rata basis.