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ABOUT AMERSFOORT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Amersfoort International School (AIS) is a dynamic and growing international primary school, providing high-quality English-language education to children aged 4 to 12. As a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), we are committed to fostering a learning environment that values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities.
Amersfoort International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Functie-eisen
- Recognised teaching qualification
- An extensive understanding of teaching Dutch as an additional language
- Proficient in Dutch and English (verbal and written)
- Able to demonstrate creativity, compassion, and a desire to make a difference in the learning of our children
- Able to collaborate on curriculum design and development of our Dutch language programme
- Experience in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) or similar inquiry-based curriculum is preferred
- Able to incorporating multilingualism and appreciation of home languages into the curriculum
- A commitment to our school’s mission, vision and values
- A European work visa or passport
- Excellent knowledge and experience of different teaching and educational methodologies
- Able to differentiate instruction to meet needs and strengths of a diverse student population
- Excellent communication skills and ability to function well within a team
- A great sense of humour and an optimistic attitude
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
- Support classroom teachers in delivering the IB PYP curriculum across a range of subjects.
- Assist in planning and implementing engaging learning activities that cater to the diverse needs of students.
- Provide individualised support to students, including those with special educational needs (SEN) and English as a second language (ESL) learners.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Support students’ academic and personal development, ensuring they can reach their full potential.
- Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
Amersfoort International School
The 2023-2024 school year marks the start of Amersfoort International School (AIS). AIS is founded by KPOA and linked to the Dutch primary school De Kubus. AIS offers English-language international primary education for children from 4 to 12 years old in a newly renovated school building on Noordewierweg in Amersfoort.
A community school in the city of AmersfoortSuccessful schools are at the heart of a community and AIS is extremely fortunate to be located in the city of Amersfoort, which boasts a diverse and multinational population. AIS cooperates with local and international communities, in order to learn from eachother and share its educational practices with Dutch schools in the region.
StaffThe success of our students starts with our teachers. All AIS staff members are well-qualified professionals with international experience in education. Our teachers bring the values of the school into the classroom.