Teaching Assistant 0.6 FTE

Amersfoort International; Amersfoort; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Amersfoort International School is seeking a temporary Teaching Assistant (0.6 fte) from January to July 2027. You will support teachers in delivering the IB PYP curriculum and assist students, including SEN and ESL learners, to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Join a collaborative team dedicated to inclusive education, working hours 8.15–13.15, Monday to Friday, to help pupils reach their full potential and develop as confident global citizens.

Qualifications

• Experience as Teaching Assistant with primary-aged children.
• Fluent English; Dutch and other languages are an advantage.
• Familiarity with IB PYP framework.
• Clear communication and collaboration with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn about IB PYP and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in delivering the IB PYP curriculum across subjects and activities.
• Provide individualized support to students, including SEN and ESL learners.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom climate and support academic and personal development.

Skills

Teaching Assistant

SEN support

ESL support

English fluent

Dutch proficiency

Job description

Work alongside teachers to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Temporary · Parttime · Amersfoort International School

About the job

Amersfoort International School is looking for a temporary Teaching Assistant for 0.6 fte from January until July 2027. In this role, you support classroom teachers in delivering the IB PYP curriculum across a range of subjects and learning activities. You work closely with teachers to help create engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of our pupils.

You provide individualised support to students, including children with special educational needs (SEN) and students learning English as a second language (ESL). You contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom climate and support both the academic and personal development of pupils, helping them reach their full potential.

At Amersfoort International School you join a dedicated, internationally minded team committed to “Learning for all” Together we create an inclusive, inquiry‑driven environment where students take ownership of their learning and grow into confident global citizens. As colleagues, we share expertise, support one another, and work within a positive school culture rooted in IB values. You become part of a learning community that embraces diversity, equal opportunities, and continuous development.

“We create a safe and positive environment where children can grow.”

Amersfoort International School is a growing, globally minded learning community where inquiry, diversity and wellbeing shape everything we do. We offer an inspiring environment grounded in IB values, where students explore their talents and develop a genuine global outlook. As we continue to expand our expertise in multilingualism, inclusion and international education, colleagues join a school that looks outward, collaborates widely and strives to make learning meaningful for every child.

You have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant with primary-aged children, preferably in an international setting.

You are fluent in English, with proficiency in Dutch and additional languages as an advantage.

You understand, or are willing to learn about, the IB PYP framework.

You communicate clearly and work effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues.

You take a collaborative and flexible approach to working within a team.

What can you expect from us?

A collaborative, positive working environment with international colleagues and students.

A position graded in scale 6–8 of the CAO Primair Onderwijs, depending on experience and in line with applicable regulations.

An appointment of 0.6 fte (24 hours) from January 4 until July 16, 2027.

The working schedule will be Monday until Friday from 8.15 until 13.15 hrs.