Middle School Special Education Teacher (full-time, tentative position) SY 2025-2026

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American School of The Hague (ASH) is tentatively looking for a full-time Middle School Special Education Teacher SY 2025-2026.

Start date is August 1, 2025.

Location: Wassenaar, the Netherlands
Language Skills: Fluent English is Essential

You believe that school is preparation for life, more than simply the next level of school. You are passionate about Middle School, understanding the key role you play in enabling student growth and development, preparing students for success in their future. Just as in life outside the classroom, you believe that students with different backgrounds, gender identities, and learning abilities benefit from working together.

You understand team dynamics and work well with teams of other educators and with administrators. You are an excellent communicator and see parents as your partners in their child's education. As a lifelong learner you are energized by new ideas, professional development and sharing your learning with your colleagues. You are solution-oriented and like to contribute to a positive, enjoyable working environment. The status quo is never good enough for you.

You are independent and confident in the classroom. When making decisions, you focus on how we can best serve our entire learning community, always looking for a way in which we can make ASH just that extra bit better for them. You recognize that learning is not confined to a classroom or a timetable. Having an open mind and being able to give and receive constructive feedback is something you pride yourself on.

You are a certificated Special Education Teacher with at least five years of successful teaching experience preferably in Middle School, in U.S. or international schools, but hold familiarity with U.S. educational practices. You have a degree in Special Education, preferably a Master’s degree and hold a teaching certification in special education. You have demonstrated your skills in differentiated instruction, cooperative learning and standards-based instruction. You know how to implement strategies for EAL students or those with learning difficulties and have knowledge of authentic assessment techniques. You are experienced in working with diverse learning needs, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning and intellectual disabilities, and emotional/behavioral challenges. You integrate technology into your instruction and see IT as an enabler for you and for learning.

In addition you:

• have strong communication and interpersonal skills, 
• show cultural sensitivity and adaptability in a multicultural environment,
• show patience, empathy, and a positive attitude,
• have a strong knowledge and practice of Individual Learning Plan (ILP) design and implementation,
• have effective classroom management and behavioral intervention techniques,
• are familiar with a range of instructional strategies and assistive technologies, and show proficiency in using educational software and tools, including learning management systems (LMS) and assistive technology devices,
• are able to maintain a program of instruction designed to meet the individual needs of students which addresses academic, interpersonal, daily living, and vocational skills,
• have experience teaching students personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy,
• manage student behavior and ensure a safe and optimal learning environment. 

The Role: As the Middle School Special Education Teacher, you will work collaboratively with educators, parents, and administrators to develop and implement individualized programs for students with intensive learning needs, ensuring a supportive and inclusive educational environment. You will advocate for the students’ needs within the school and broader community. By joining ASH you get the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an inclusive and diverse learning environment while growing professionally within an international community. You will manage a team of Teaching Assistants working within the divisional program. This role is supervised by the Student Support Director. 

The Work: You will provide differentiated instruction that adapts the curriculum to meet the unique academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students. Collaborating with general education teachers and specialists, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists, you will implement inclusive practices and address students' needs holistically. Adapting and modifying the curriculum to accommodate these needs. By utilizing evidence-based teaching strategies and assistive technologies you foster student engagement and achievement. By staying current on the best practices in special education and providing professional development to faculty, you are able to help the school community’s growth and foster greater inclusive practices.

In addition you:

• conduct school based assessments to evaluate student progress and inform instructional planning,
• maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student performance, behavior, and progress toward Individual Learning Plan (ILP) goals,
• will participate and lead multidisciplinary team meetings to develop, review, and update ILPs, as needed,
• communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress, providing meaningful insights and updates,
• will adhere to divisional and school wide procedures and expectations,
• perform other reasonable duties appropriate to the position as assigned by the Student Support Director.

Does this sound like you? We want to hear from you. Please apply online through Schrole.

The School & The Curriculum: To learn all about the American School of The Hague and read about our curriculum and teaching style in the School, we invite you to visit the school website.

* We reserve the right to close the vacancy before the application deadline.

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The American School of The Hague is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.