Teacher trainer science and technology in international education

Would you like to make a substantial contribution to both the quality of education in the Northern Netherlands and the social mission of higher professional education? Are you the link between education and the professional field? 

What will you do
As a teacher trainer of science and technology in international education, you will play a key role in shaping future teachers at our Meppel campus. You will be responsible for planning, delivering, and reviewing learning sessions, including teaching in the Science and Technology minor and content courses for both primary and secondary pre-service teachers. This requires strong subject knowledge in science—physics, chemistry, and biology—alongside expertise in technology and its application in education. 
Beyond teaching, we seek an entrepreneurial and innovative educator who actively contributes to the operation, maintenance, and further development of the ITE Fablab. You will integrate scientific concepts with technological tools, ensuring students gain both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience. 
We are looking for a candidate who can forge strong connections with the regional and international field, bringing in relevant expertise and opportunities for collaboration. This role requires a proactive approach in building and maintaining partnerships, both within our institution and with external stakeholders, to enhance learning experiences and drive innovation in teacher education. 
This position also involves supervising students—both online and onsite—during their internships at international schools worldwide. Beyond teaching, you will be actively involved in curriculum development and collaborating with colleagues to ensure our programmes remain at the forefront of innovative developments in international education. 

As a teacher trainer in international education, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse student body from various international and educational backgrounds. We believe that diversity enriches the learning experience and prepares our student teachers to thrive in intercultural classrooms.  

Where will you be working
We offer high-quality, distinctive programs in International Teacher Education (ITE). Our ITE programs prepare students for careers in international schools through bachelor’s courses in primary education (ITEPS) and secondary education (ITESS), as well as a specialized ITE track within the Master's in Learning & Innovation (MITE). 
Committed to diversity and inclusion, we foster a supportive learning environment where students from diverse international backgrounds feel at home. Our ITE community includes over 600 students, most of whom live in or around Meppel. With an international faculty equipped with extensive and varied educational experience, we offer all courses in English. In this dynamic setting, we challenge students to reach their full potential and prepare them for a rewarding profession in international education. 

What is required  
To be considered for this position, we ask that you meet the following requirements:

Do you possess the following competencies  

• enthusiasm 
• flexibility, and a  
• genuine passion for education 

What we offer  
A meaningful job! Working at NHL Stenden means working in a challenging environment where you can mean something to students, society and your colleagues. We also offer very attractive employment conditions. In addition to the Collective Labour Agreement for higher professional education we have a number of terms and conditions unique to NHL Stenden. Conditions that are just that little bit different. You can read more about this on our website: The strength of our 8 conditions | NHL Stenden. 

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The procedure 
Interested? Submit your motivation letter and CV (in one document) via the application button addressed to Kristien Koning, mentioning the vacancy number 3473 EDU in the subject line. 

You can apply until Sunday, 1st of June 2025. The interviews are scheduled for Thursday 5th of June 2025. For any content-related questions about the role, you can contact Kristien Koning, head of ITE at tel.no. +31 (0)6 83064305. 

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