Vacant job

We are looking for 2 licensed classroom teachers for preschool and grade 1 starting in the autumn term of 2025.

International English School in Jönköping is a bilingual school for grades F-9, but the majority of teaching in F-3 is conducted in Swedish.

We offer a safe, structured, and inspiring learning environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential, both academically and socially.

We are looking for someone who is an organized, engaged, and flexible team player.

As part of our dynamic team, you will contribute to planning, developing, and evaluating teaching to create the best conditions for students' learning and development.

Are you the one we are looking for?

• You are fluent in Swedish, both spoken and written.
• You have a teaching degree with a focus on working in primary education / F-3.
• You enjoy collaborating in teams and creating a positive and safe learning environment for all students.
• You are curious about and inspired by IES ethos and values.

IES is founded on three pillars:

1. Bilingualism – We teach in both English and Swedish to prepare our students for an increasingly global world.
2. A safe and orderly environment – We value self-discipline, respect, and good relationships to create a calm and safe place where all students can focus on learning.
3. High and positive expectations – We believe that all students can succeed with the right support and guidance. Therefore, we set high standards for ourselves and our students while providing support and encouragement.

We follow Swedish school law, teach according to Lgr 22, and work in line with the Convention on the Rights of the Child. As part of our team, you will collaborate closely with the safety team, leadership team, and student health professionals – special educators, counselors, and school nurses.

We take pride in our multicultural school where nearly half of both staff and students have an international background. This cultural diversity creates a stimulating and engaging work environment.

The positions

• Scope: 100% employment
• Employment type: regular employment leading to permanent employment
• Start date: August 2025. Begins with a few introductory days.
• Teaching: Co-planning of teaching and assessment together with your grade team
• Mentorship: Responsibility for a class with a maximum of 24 students
• Employment conditions: Seasonal employment with collective agreement via ALMEGA

We offer

• Introduction: 3 days of extra introduction for new employees and 5 planning and training days with colleagues in August
• Support and structure: Clear routines, leadership structure, and support from school management
• Mentorship: A structured mentorship program for both new and experienced teachers
• Salary and benefits: Competitive salary in line with Jönköping municipality
• Work environment: Transparent and supportive work environment with a strong leadership team
• Social community: A good range of social activities, career opportunities, and professional development
• Benefits: Healthy and educational lunches every day, wellness benefits.

Application

• Send your personal letter and CV to: jobs.jonkoping@engelska.se. Do not send the application anywhere else as it risks being missed.
• Only write: "Teacher in preschool" in the subject line.
• Application deadline: 2025/04/16
• Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application period has ended.

About IES & IES Jönköping

The principal of the school is Simon Varley, who started at IES in 2003 as a science teacher and founded IES Jönköping in 2009. The school currently has over 870 students and 120 staff from grades F-9.

International English School, founded in 1993 by Barbara Bergström, is a leading independent school organization with over 30,000 students in 47 schools across Sweden. Read more at: www.engelska.se