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Special Education Teacher

About the American GymnasiumThe American Gymnasium was founded based on a strong pedagogical idea. Our guiding star is that “we work for our students and staff to reach their full potential.” Therefore, we focus on both knowledge development and personal growth. Our culture is characterized by clear rules with care. We call it “Frames and Hugs.” The school is organized to prepare students for an international job market in a rapidly changing world, which is why our logo reads “Get ready for the world.”

Everything that happens at the school is based on our four core values: Courage, Kindness, Knowledge & Curiosity, and Grit. In classrooms and corridors, interactions between students and staff are characterized by behaviors derived from these values. We work closely with students and always prioritize their best interests.

About the American Gymnasium, Stockholm - Essingen

- The school is now in its fourth academic year.

- The school has approximately 560 students studying in the Natural Science and Technology Program, the Business Program, or the Social Science Program.

- The school is characterized by a competent teaching staff and a strong sense of community.

About the Position

As a special education teacher, you will work as part of the school's student health team and play a crucial role in preventive and promotional work. You will also work operationally to support teachers in teaching situations, where classroom visits are an important part of your daily routine. You will ensure that students receive the right support and that teachers have the necessary knowledge to structure their teaching to be accessible to all students.

You will also work closely with the school management and serve as an extended arm to ensure that teachers and students have the right conditions for success. Together with the school management, you will be responsible for planning and driving support work at the individual, group, and organizational levels, as well as for students in need of special support. In collaboration with teachers and guardians, you will assist in adapting studies for students. You will establish action plans and conduct investigations, such as pedagogical assessments, as needed. You will also support school leaders in school development issues and actively participate in the school's development work. You will support students with structure, planning, and study techniques. We expect you to have a good familiarity with compensatory aids and competence regarding digital learning tools.

The position is a permanent employment at 100%, with an initial probationary period of 6 months. Start date to be agreed upon.

Your Profile

We are looking for someone who is a qualified special education teacher, preferably with a teaching license. Previous experience in the profession is required. It is also advantageous if you have worked with high school students. You have experience in establishing action plans and conducting pedagogical investigations, as well as good knowledge of and experience working with students with reading and writing difficulties. Additionally, you have knowledge of and experience with language development approaches. You maintain a professional attitude when interacting with students, colleagues, and guardians, and have good insight into people's different circumstances. You find it easy to collaborate and create good working relationships with a coaching and guiding approach. As a person, you are solution-oriented. You see opportunities and always lead challenges and problems toward solutions. You maintain an overall positive attitude.

We seek someone who leads in line with our motto “Frames & Hugs,” which means clear leadership and clear rules combined with a strong care for each student. With your energy, attentiveness, and perseverance, you easily engage and create participation towards jointly set goals. Teamwork and transparency are key principles. You have a strong commitment to teaching and want to help develop the organization together with a strong team of colleagues, sharing our pedagogical vision:

https://www.amerikanskagymnasiet.se/om-skolan/tankar-om-skola/ (https://www.amerikanskagymnasiet.se/om-skolan/tankar-om-skola/).

You are expected to have good communication skills in both Swedish and English, both spoken and written. You have the ability to use a wide range of digital teaching materials and possess solid digital competence.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Warm welcome to submit your application!

www.amerikanskagymnasiet.se

Application

Application deadline:January 12, 2025.

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application period ends.

Contact Information

HR Manager Elin Fagerberg, [email protected], 0760-274394