Teacher of Theatre

Rijnlands Lyceum; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

8.33% year-end bonus

ABP pension scheme

Travel expense contributions

Job summary

The International School of The Hague (ISH) seeks a Theatre Teacher to deliver engaging IB Theatre lessons for students aged 11–18. You will use our state-of-the-art stage and tech to create immersive learning experiences while building a positive classroom culture that encourages creative risks and collaborative practice.

Seeking a qualified educator with 2+ years secondary teaching experience and a DUO-compliant teaching credential.

Qualifications

• IB Theatre teaching experience in an international school preferred.
• Ability to deliver differentiated IB Theatre lessons for 11–18 age group.
• Experience with digital learning tools and remote/online resources.
• Demonstrated collaboration within a school arts team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging IB Theatre lessons for diverse learners.
• Utilise stage, lighting, and sound tech to enhance learning.
• Foster a supportive classroom culture encouraging creative risk taking.
• Track and celebrate student progress and artistic growth.
• Collaborate with Arts team to plan innovative lessons.

Skills

IB Theatre

Creative teaching

Adaptability

Digital learning tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Theatre

Teaching qualification meeting DUO standards

Tools

Stage lighting/sound tech

Job description

Are you an innovative Theatre practitioner and passionate educator looking for a dynamic temporary role, who places students at the heart of their learning - fostering independent thinking, creative exploration, and concept-driven projects?

• Work pattern: 16 hours per week (0.4FTE) across Wednesdays & Thursdays
• Salary: Based on the Dutch Collective Labor Agreement (CAO) for Secondary Education Scale LB: €3665 - €5586 pm (gross) for 1.0FTE - steps in the scale depend on relevant background and experience
• Contract: Temporary appointment till the end of the current school year (medical cover)
• Start date: 1 January 2027 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
• Location: The International School of The Hague, Secondary School

Join a collaborative team of four Theatre educators within our dynamic 14-strong Arts department at The International School of The Hague (ISH). Together, we empower over 1,300 secondary students from more than 100 nationalities.

This temporary cover post runs until the end of the school year, so we are looking for an educator who can hit the ground running - building instant rapport with students and bringing energy, structure, and stage expertise from day one.

Teaching our younger year groups in a fully equipped, professional theatre space, you will work from established lesson plans while bringing your own creative flair to the stage. There is also the opportunity to support our co-curricular theatre production, getting involved in the vibrant extra-curricular life of the school. If you are an adaptable, enthusiastic practitioner who aligns with our values of curiosity, connection, and compassion, we would love to hear from you.

What you will do:

As a Theatre Teacher at ISH, you will:

• Deliver engaging, differentiated IB Theatre lessons designed to inspire every student.
• Harness our state-of-the-art stage, lighting, and sound tech to create immersive learning experiences.
• Build a supportive classroom culture where students feel confident taking creative risks on stage.
• Track, assess, and celebrate individual student progress and artistic growth.
• Collaborate with a close-knit Arts team to share best practice and plan innovative lessons.
• Forge positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Enrich school life through IB projects and opportunities to direct or support our junior and senior productions.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Theatre or a closely related field.
• A fully recognised teaching qualification meeting Dutch Education Authority (DUO) standards (e.g., PGCE with QTS and completed NQT induction year, or a recognised B.Ed/M.Ed) to teach students aged 11 - 18.
• At least 2 years of secondary school teaching experience in Theatre.
• The ability to hit the ground running and adapt swiftly to our curriculum and dynamic environment.
• The independent right to work in The Netherlands (please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this post).
• Preferably, experience teaching IB MYP and DP/CP curricula within an international, culturally diverse school environment.
• A collaborative mindset, a sense of humour, and competence with digital learning tools.

What we offer

• A vibrant, English-speaking international work environment with supportive colleagues.
• Generous benefits, including an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.33% year-end bonus, an ABP pension scheme, and travel expense contributions.
• School holiday periods aligned with the government schedule for South Holland.
• A welcoming community committed to continuous professional growth and dynamic learning.