Teacher of Italian, Secondary School

ESH is seeking to recruit an individual for our secondary school who is first and foremost student-centered, but also driven and knowledgeable in teaching the European Italian curriculum. Our aim is to make a difference in the lives of the students we teach, not only in the academic setting of the classroom, but socially and emotionally, too. We believe in supporting the holistic growth of our students as they take their steps toward becoming life-long learners, inspiring them to be responsible, future-focused, and proactive citizens of Europe and the world.

You will teach 1 class, S4L1 for 4 periods per week, with an option to additionally teach up to 2 periods of support lessons per week. The successful candidate for this vacancy will be joining a highly skilled Italian Department. It is a dynamic team strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of our teachers, their individual approaches to teaching and learning, and their different experiences in school environments.

This part-time position offers our new colleague the opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming department that values professional autonomy as well as enjoying the benefits of collaboration. We are a team who seek to build upon and share our collective knowledge, finding innovative ways to engage our students while personalizing tried-and-tested strategies to suit our classes.

Teacher of Italian, Secondary School

• Working pattern:0.167 - 0.250 FTE (replacement until end of the school year ( July 31 2026))
• 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.

• Deliver engaging lessons to students aged 11-18, following the European Baccalaureate curriculum.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student’s talent is nurtured.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate educators to support a thriving Italian programme.

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Italian Language / Italian Literature (First-degree/Eerste graads) and full teaching qualification for Secondary Education (recognized by the Dutch Education Authorities (DUO ).
• You hold a fully qualified teacher status for Secondary Education in the country the qualification is obtained
• Native speaker of Italian
• Experience in teaching Italian to native speakersand/ or experience in teaching Italian as an additional language from…