New Teacher
About the Program
A comprehensive preparatory program developed for highly educated immigrants who want to restart their careers in the education sector in the Netherlands. Through its peer-support methodology, We'RHERE aims to strengthen participants both professionally and socially. The "De Nieuwe Docent" (The New Teacher) program is specifically designed for highly educated newcomers with experience in the education field. Our goal is to prepare participants for the Dutch education system in the best possible way and to provide extensive guidance on opportunities and possibilities.
👥 Who Can Participate?
Priority is given to candidates who are currently receiving uitkering (income support) through the municipality. Candidates who are not in this group may also apply. Although we cannot guarantee funding, we provide all the support we can to cover the participation fee by finding alternative resources.
✨ Creating Opportunities for You and for Education
Many newcomers with a background in education are not yet fully aware of the opportunities in the Dutch education system. By introducing participants to this field in a clear and accessible way, we offer them future perspectives while also supporting their active participation in society. Within this program, participants become socially active, receive personalized coaching, and have an individual development plan created. This provides full support during the transition to employment, volunteer work, and/or further education in the field, while also contributing to reducing the teacher shortage in the Netherlands.
🎯 Program Objectives
📊 Program Structure & Key Outcomes
The program is structured in 3 main phases of 12 weeks each (Total 36 Weeks) for full integration into the education world:
Pedagogical & Didactic Content
Foundational training focusing on the structure of the Dutch education system, lesson planning principles, classroom management, and pedagogical approaches.
Professional Language Training
Working on 600–700 professional terms (Vaktaal) related to the education field to make the language more concrete and suited to the school environment.
Jobclub Sessions
Active job search, interview preparation, and professional positioning support using the 3S Method (Stuurklaar, Spreekklaar, Sociaalklaar).
📚 Curriculum Content Details
Participants learn how a lesson is structured, how a topic is explained, and how students are guided step by step toward understanding. It covers using different learning methods, alternating between instruction and practice, and conducting checks for lasting learning. This covers the practical side of teaching: what you do, how you do it, and why you do it.
Techniques for creating a safe learning environment, maintaining order and structure in the classroom, and helping students feel valued are addressed. The culture of working with students' behavioral, motivational, and socio-cultural background differences in the Netherlands is conveyed. At its core are trust, clear expectations, and creating a classroom environment where everyone can develop.
- Introduction to different roles in education and administrative structures in schools.
- Submitting DUO and IDW diploma equivalence applications, creating a professional CV and Jobport profile.
- Evaluating opportunities as a TOA (Technical Teaching Assistant), teacher, or education assistant based on the participant's competencies.
- Determining career direction and exploring a wide range of alternatives based on existing qualifications, knowledge, and skills.
- Working on 600–700 professional terms related to the education field to make the language more concrete and suited to the school environment.
- Active job search, interview preparation, and professional positioning support using the 3S Method (Stuurklaar, Spreekklaar, Sociaalklaar).
- Digital teaching methods and robotics applications in education.
- Cultural development, restarting as a teacher, confidence and motivation training.
- Workplace culture in the Netherlands and working culture in Dutch schools.
- Enhancing active speaking, listening, and comprehension/interpretation skills through social activities.
🤝 Mentorship & Classroom Experience
Our mentorship / peer support system pairs participants with former participants currently working in education. Additionally, in-school and out-of-school volunteer assignments and Meet & Greet events are organized. These individuals inform, inspire, and motivate. Because they have experience in the steps to be taken during the process, they are best acquainted with potential challenges and provide guidance on how to overcome them.
The program is conducted in the evenings and on weekends to align with language courses. Most classes are held in person on weekends at the following locations:
📍 Groningen, Amsterdam, Eindhoven, Veenendaal, Arnhem
*If necessary, classes can be followed online by mutual agreement. Evening sessions are conducted entirely online.
🎓 Program Completion & Certification
The program concludes with detailed evaluation processes, individual feedback sessions, and a professional Certificate Ceremony that celebrates achievements.