Teacher of Visual Arts
Do you enjoy balancing the tactile nature of traditional craft with the possibilities of modern technology? Are you a creative spirit looking to grow within a supportive, expert team? If you are a passionate art educator eager to contribute your unique expertise to our diverse program and grow alongside us, we would love to hear from you!
Our Visual Arts team of six practitioners operates within an integrated Arts Department, collaborating with Theatre and Music to build a curriculum that respects both the wheel and the workstation. From ceramics and traditional media to digital fabrication, we are looking for a creative educator to join us. Whether your background is in illustration, studio arts, or even textiles, we are looking for someone who will bring a fresh perspective to our unit development and help us continue to evolve.
Your impact
Design and deliver IB lessons that move beyond the "how-to", fostering deep critical thinking and real-world connections.
Collaborate with a forward-thinking team to refine our Visual Arts vertical alignment and explore interdisciplinary intersections.
Utilise sophisticated differentiation to challenge high-ability artists and support students with diverse learning and linguistic profiles.
Maintain high standards of student behaviour through positive relationships, acting as a pastoral mentor to support academic and social well-being.
Champion the arts within the school and wider community through exhibitions, reflections, and transparent communication with parents.
Why you’ll love it here
We believe that for students to be creative, their teachers must be too. We foster a safe, supportive space where you are encouraged to experiment, iterate, and evolve your practice.
Benefit from a school-wide commitment to continuous professional learning and collaborative coaching.
Join a diverse team of experienced educators who value inclusion, reflective practice, and a healthy work-life balance.
Have a seat at the table in evolving a curriculum that aligns with our school’s guiding principles and the growth mindset we model for our students.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an educator who aligns with the ISH Community Profile. To ensure your values and skills align with our school’s specific requirements, please review our Person Specification before applying.
Essential qualifications and experience
You must be a fully qualified teacher according to Dutch Education Authorities (DUO) standards.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fine Arts or a related field.
At least 3 years secondary teaching experience in Visual Arts.
Applicants who have the right to work in The Netherlands, independent of employment status, as we are not in a position to sponsor a visa on this occasion.
Preferred
Experience teaching Visual Arts in IB MYP and/or DP/CP curriculum.
Experience as a student mentor.
Familiarity with international school settings and culturally diverse student populations.
A student-centred, inquiry-based attitude towards professional development.
Attendance at relevant IB workshops.
We offer
Contract: As with all teacher appointments in The Netherlands, this is a 12-month temporary appointment with a view to a permanent contract, if all the conditions are met.
Salary: Based on the Dutch Collective Labor Agreement (CAO) for Secondary Education Scale LB: €3622 - €5520 pm (gross) for 1.0FTE - steps in the scale depend on relevant background and experience.
Hours: The position is based on 32-40 hours per week i.e. 0.8 - 1.0FTE.
Start date: The appointed person will start on 1 August 2026.
Work-life balance: Generous school holiday periods in alignment with the Rijksoverheid (Dutch government) schedule for South Holland.
Benefits: 8% holiday allowance, 8.33% year-end bonus, ABP pension scheme, and travel expense contributions.
Perks: Tax benefits for fitness memberships, bicycle purchases, and insurance discounts.
Procedure
Interested candidates are invited to apply via by submitting a completed application/profile, motivation letter, and CV (all in English). Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered.
Deadline for applications: Sunday, 5 April 2026.
Interview schedule: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
Preliminary interviews: Week 16 (13 - 17 April 2026)
Formal interviews: Week 17 (20 - 24 April 2026)
Contact: Please direct any inquiries to our Secondary Recruitment Office via email at secondaryrecruitment@ishthehague.nl.