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Job Responsibilities

We are now looking for a teacher in Swedish and English for grades 4-6 at Sorgenfriskolan! You will be part of a team of teachers in grade 4 where you will collaboratively plan and be responsible for the students' education and development, as well as decide on any needs for subject integration or project studies in your classes. Your focus will be on creating the best conditions for each student in a safe and trusting environment. You will teach students in grades 4-6 in Swedish and English, educating and supporting them in their social and academic development.

You will challenge students to take their own initiatives, develop their interests, and take responsibility for themselves and others. Your role includes mentorship in grade 4, collaborating with three other teachers. As a mentor, you will have specific responsibility for a group of students, allowing you to closely follow their academic development and personal maturity. As a mentor, you will inform and keep the student's guardians updated on their academic progress through regular development conversations.

Qualifications

You who are applying are a certified teacher with qualifications for teaching grades 4-6 in English in combination with another subject. Previous experience as a teacher is considered an advantage. You have a good understanding of and knowledge about the school's governing documents and can effectively use them in your daily work. Furthermore, you possess strong didactic and pedagogical skills, allowing you to lead and organize your work to create a peaceful and conducive learning environment for our students throughout their school day. Based on evidence-based research, you can develop your work and, with good knowledge and experience, work effectively with relevant digital tools. Of course, you have a professional approach and work towards building good relationships with our students, their guardians, and all your colleagues at the school. To fit as a primary school teacher with us, it is important that you enjoy collaborating and thrive in a team where you work together for the students' best interests.

About the Workplace

Located in central Malmö, Sorgenfriskolan is situated in a calm and pleasant environment. At Sorgenfriskolan, every student succeeds based on their conditions through high expectations, safety, community, and joy! The school is a two to three-parallel F-9 school housed in a beautiful 1920s building. Approximately 580 students attend here. The school day should be characterized by an inclusive climate with great respect for each other's differences. Here, the student is at the center, and we start from the belief that everyone can succeed.

The Primary School Administration – the city's largest administration with about 80 schools, 6300 employees, and 36000 students – offers a workplace for everyone. Here, we want to grow, develop, and challenge ourselves in our learning together – every day. We ensure that everyone has a good working environment and invest in leadership. Together, we all work for the best school for every student!

The Malmö City operations are organized into 14 administrations. Our common mission is to create welfare and sustainable community development. Together with the residents of Malmö, we are developing an even better city to live, work, and be in; differences, life experiences, and talents make Malmö a smart city in the heart of Europe. The world's knowledge is here.

Read about Malmö City as an employer here malmo.se/jobb (https://malmo.se/jobb)

Job Information

Employment type: Fixed-term employment until 2026-06-19
Extent: Full-time
Number of positions: 1
Start date: 2025-08-07

Other

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Malmö City strives for employees to represent the diversity that exists in our city. We therefore welcome applicants who can contribute to us as an employer meeting the needs of Malmö residents.

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