Job Advertisement: Spanish Teacher at Parkskolan

Permanent position, 50%. Start date January 8, 2026.

Parkskolan is a municipal school that includes grades 4-9 and after-school activities for grades 4-6. The school has just over 350 students and is conveniently located within walking distance from Östersund city center, adjacent to a park-like area. At Parkskolan, we work daily to develop our operations through collegial learning and relational leadership. You will work with colleagues with broad expertise, where there are great opportunities for exchange and development.

We are now looking for someone with a good demeanor and a strong commitment to students who wants to make a difference in everyday life!

Job Responsibilities

At Parkskolan, we constantly strive to develop our operations, placing the student’s development and learning at the center. Our work is characterized by collegial learning, relational and clear leadership based on collaboration, respect, and communication. Here, you will work with engaged and competent colleagues, where opportunities for experience exchange and continuous development are always present.

Parkskolan needs you as a teacher with a strong desire to make a difference in students' daily lives.

We are currently seeking a teacher who will teach Spanish in grades 6-9. If you are qualified in other subjects, the position may be expanded to include mentorship.

With us, you will have the opportunity to work in a school that prioritizes collaboration and student well-being. We offer a safe and developing work environment with access to support from colleagues and school management. You will also have the chance to be part of a school that continually works for improvement and development of its operations.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Teaching certification according to Chapter 2, Section 16 of the Education Act and qualified in relevant subjects for grades 6-9, with pedagogical insight and familiarity with the school's mission and operations.
• Good knowledge of the Swedish language, both spoken and written.

Desirable

• In addition to being qualified in Spanish, it is advantageous to be qualified in one of the following subjects: Swedish, Swedish as a second language, English, Mathematics.
• Previous experience working as a teacher in schools.
• Computer proficiency.
• Knowledge of the school's governing documents and the ability to implement them in daily work.

We are looking for you! Someone with clear leadership and the ability to engage and inspire the group you teach. It is crucial that you can create good, safe relationships, set boundaries, and work independently and structured. At the same time, the position places high demands on collaboration skills, as it involves close cooperation with students, colleagues, and guardians.

You are flexible, calm, and secure in your professional role with the ability to prioritize with the student’s best interests in focus. During recruitment, we will place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Welcome to submit your application!

Recruitment Process

In this recruitment process, we will ask you for a criminal record extract.

Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis. We ask that you attach your CV and cover letter to your application. Transcripts/certificates do not need to be sent at this stage; we will ask for them if you are invited for an interview.

Östersund Municipality has considered the choice of advertising channels before announcing and therefore declines calls from recruitment firms and ad sellers.

What do we offer?

Östersund Municipality offers benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation exchange, wellness grants, or wellness hours. Through our benefits portal, you can access independent pension advice and a variety of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Employee Support service. You can read more about our benefits on our website: Östersund Municipality Benefits (https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html).

About the Department of Children and Education

Change the world for real! Working with all the children and youth in Östersund means being part of building society and changing our world, both globally and locally. It is important. For real. Here we work with preschool, primary school, and adapted primary school.