Vacancies

Please note that RISS is committed to Safeguarding and Child Protection. Candidates will be required to provide an up-to-date police check and suitable references as part of the recruitment process. No candidate will be appointed without this information.

Current vacancies:

Mathematics Teacher 

Rotterdam International Secondary School (RISS) is looking to recruit a temporary full-time (0.8  FTE) Teacher of Mathematics for a start in either June 2025 (if possible) or August 2025. This vacancy is a temporary one-year position to cover for extended leave. We are looking for a committed practitioner to deliver in English and with an inquiry-based approach. Ideally, the candidate should be able to deliver within the international educational sector and to the full age range, including Foundation (KS3), IGCSE (International Mathematics) and International Baccalaureate Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL. 

If you are interested in this position at our school, please first visit our website. Once you have learnt about us, please email the following application documents to riss.vacancies@wolfert.nl. State your full name and the job title in the subject area.

  • A letter of application in which you build up your case to join our school based on what you have learnt about us and what you can offer. We would like to receive a solid letter of application that is responsive and related to RISS.
  • An up-to-date CV
  • Names and contact details of four references (two of which should include your current employer and/or Principal or line manager)

Deadline: Friday, 4 April 2025. No applications will be considered thereafter. In addition, the schools reserve the right to close applications if the right candidate is found beforehand. 

Due to the volume of applications, if you do not receive a reply from us by Tuesday 14 April 2025 please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Rotterdam International Secondary School is a Safeguarding and Child Protection institution. No one will be appointed who cannot provide an up-to-date police check and solid references. 

Physical Education Teacher (Temporary)

Rotterdam International Secondary School (RISS) invites applications for temporary Physical Education Teacher starting August 2025. We seek a gifted educator with expertise in delivering a comprehensive curriculum across various levels: Foundation Years (KS3), IGCSE, and IB. Ideal candidates should possess near-native English proficiency and demonstrate a commitment to inquiry-based teaching methods. 

We highly value educators committed to creating an engaging and dynamic learning environment within the international education framework. Additionally, new colleagues are expected to assume tutoring roles, further contributing to our diverse educational offerings. While not a prerequisite, applicants with experience in teaching  other subjects such as Integrated Humanities are appreciated and welcome. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to familiarise themselves with our school by visiting our website. Applications should include a concise cover letter (maximum one page, A4 size) and a current CV detailing three references, including your present employer and a direct line manager.

Application Procedure:

  • Submit your application to riss.vacancies@wolfert.nl
  • Include your full name and the position applied for in the email's subject line.

Important Dates:

  • Application Deadline: 8 April 2025 (extended deadline)
  • If you do not receive a response by 11 April 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful this time. (This deadline has been extended)

Please note that RISS is committed to Safeguarding and Child Protection. Candidates will be required to provide an up-to-date police check and suitable references as part of the recruitment process. No candidate will be appointed without this information. 

Internships

We only accept applications for teaching internships from the WTP from ICLON-Leiden University, SEC from Delft University and LERO from Hogeschool Rotterdam. Any other internship application from other institutes will not be considered.

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