The Gwendoline van Putten School (GvP School) is a school with 236 students on the island of Sint Eustatius (Statia) in the Caribbean Netherlands.
The School program consists of the three Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) curricula: Caribbean Certificate of Secondary Level Competence (CCSLC), Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC), and Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ). The GvP School also offers “Praktijkonderwijs” (the practical stream) from the Dutch system.
Our student population is inclusive, diverse, and multicultural. The language of instruction is English, and our educational approach is dedicated to the regional needs and demands of the Caribbean and the island.
Our mission is to provide education that is challenging, inspiring, and tailor-made for each student.
For the school year 2026 to 2027, the GvP School is looking to fill 3 full-time positions for interested teachers/instructors in the following CXC subjects and occupational areas:
• School Social Worker
• Dutch Teacher (Dutch as a Foreign Language, NVT)
• Special Education Teacher
A combination of subjects or occupational areas is possible. Appointments are full-time positions.
It is highly recommended that applicants have experience in the CXC system and/or have obtained Assessor Level 4 in the mentioned occupational areas.
We expect our applicants:
• To be qualified to exercise the profession concerned: bachelor’s degree or higher, minimum 5 years’ experience.
• For Teachers: a valid teaching qualification, meaning a qualification that is recognized by the Dutch Ministry of Education, and at least three years of experience at a reputable school.
• To be child centered, motivated, goal oriented, flexible, creative, and energetic, with a professional positive work attitude.
• To have a willingness to cooperate positively with colleagues and parents and to be a team player.
• To have a strong command of the Dutch language (NVT). Knowledge of the English or Spanish language is considered an asset.
• To be willing to commit for a longer period of time to the school and the island, and be available and on the island by 1 August 2026 at the latest.
We offer:
A teaching appointment for a period of 1 year with a possibility of extension, with a salary in accordance with the salary scales of the Caribbean Netherlands, and a relocation package including flights and relocation allowance.
You can send your application letter and CV, including a passport photo, before May 8th, 2026, to Mr. Charles Lindo via the email address: board@gvpschool.com or c.lindo@gvpschool.com.
