Substitute Teachers Wanted at Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality has four high schools as well as adult education and SFI.

Here, educators and staff collaborate for development and learning. This is where young people and adults develop their knowledge and skills for the future. Here, Sweden's most important job is performed - to create hope for the future among young people and adults!

The Role of a Substitute Teacher

Based on your qualifications and the needs of the operations, you have the opportunity to work at various workplaces within our operational areas. You specify which days and times you can work using our digital substitute management system. Your assignments can vary between one and 14 days. If your availability matches any of the operational needs, a request for work and possible booking will be sent via SMS.

Working as a substitute provides valuable experience and creates opportunities for other employment within Umeå Municipality.

Please note that a part-time job as a substitute does not guarantee any employment level and is based on the needs of the operations.

About You

You thrive in a varied work environment, are flexible, and are willing to take your own initiatives. With great commitment and a focus on good service, you collaborate well with others, are punctual in your work, and serve as a good role model for the students in the schools. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability and your ability to reach workplaces where there is currently a high demand for substitutes.

Requirements

• Ongoing or completed subject teacher training
• Experience in educational work deemed relevant by the employer
• Good knowledge of the Swedish language in both spoken and written form
• Ability to work at least five shifts/month over a six-month period
• Valid extract from the National Police's criminal record

Meritorious

• Advanced knowledge in practical or theoretical subjects
• Available to substitute broadly across several subject areas
• Driver's license and regular access to a car

What Happens with Your Application?

Once you have submitted your application to us, you are included in the selection process. All applications are handled in order, which may result in some processing time. If your profile matches our requirements and the needs of the operations, you will be invited for an interview. We will get back to you via email, so please keep an eye on your inbox!

We have removed the personal letter from the application process. Instead, great emphasis is placed on the selection questions. Our goal is to create a more inclusive recruitment process and provide you with an efficient and positive experience when applying for a job with us. Please note that we will only process applications that include a CV.

Welcome with your application!

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 brave employees. Our organization is divided into nine administrations, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Together with us, you will work on socially important assignments that contribute to Umeå continuing to be safe, secure, and enjoyable.

Umeå is northern Sweden's largest city with a rich variety of experiences and opportunities. We are a community and cultural city that offers a richer Umeå life even outside of work. Here you can learn more about living and residing in Umeå: https://www.umea.se/flytta (https://www.umea.se/flytta)

We want to grow, and therefore we may be looking for you! Do you want more too? We offer fair conditions, good benefits, and excellent development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important for everyone living and working here. We look forward to hearing from you.