Temporary Theatre Arts cover Teacher needed

We are looking for a qualified and dedicated temporary teacher for Theatre Arts (drama). The new colleague is expected to teach on average 4 days a week, Wednesdays off.
The new colleague will participate fully as a team member in the art department 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. Part of the UWC model of education is that all teachers are also expected to lead a service and a creative or physical activity. You will teach the year groups 7 till 11 (MYP), being the age group of 11 until 16. Year 7, 8 and 9 have one lesson per week. Year 10 and 11 have three lessons a week. If you would like to know more about the content of the classes, feel free to email Tine, Head of the Arts Department: t.vandewege@uwcmaastricht.nl

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 and professional experience

  • Completed Bachelor (MYP) desired in Theatre arts
  • (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.
  • Successful experience as a teacher in an international IB school is preferred
  • More information on the website of DUO, a department of the Dutch Ministery of Education

Professional competencies
The successful candidate has proven experience in teaching groups of secondary students, has a theatre background and is fluent in English.

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 past employers about safeguarding.

Terms of Employment
You will get a temporary contract of employment as soon as possible under Dutch law: it is a temporary contract to cover for illness of our Theatre Arts teacher. The length of the contract is therefore not certain. A handover can be arranged.
To be able to work in the Netherlands, a (foreign) staff member must be able to successfully apply for:
✔ 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.

The deadline of this vacancy is 11 October 2024.
NOTE: We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the vacancy deadline.

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.

 

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