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International English School (IES) is a leading independent school group with academic results far above average and a diverse and energetic staff. Teaching is in both Swedish and English, and the hallways are bilingual. The language of meetings and communication amongst the staff is English.

IES is one of Sweden's largest school groups at compulsory school level with 48 schools and around 32,000 students across the country. IES has grown steadily and maintained quality since 1993.

N.B. Prior to any offer of employment at IES, a criminal background check is required for all applicants. In Sweden, this is an extract from belastningsregistret from Polismyndigheten and from abroad, this is a record extract from an equivalent police governing body.

Teacher for After School Care, Preschool Class and Grade 1 - Temporary Position until Summer

Do you want to work in an international environment with a clear educational vision?

International English School has made a significant difference for our students for 30 years. We believe it is thanks to our clear ethos with engaged and present teachers that our schools have an environment where everyone works towards common goals. We have a strong culture based on proven routines. With us, teachers focus on teaching and learning. The students are at the center, and all students are our students.

At International English School, we are a team pulling in the same direction. To enjoy working with us, you should share our conviction about the importance of clear values, collegial learning, and common routines and approaches.

IES is proud of its employees and has developed a method to create a calm and safe school environment. This allows our teachers more time to share their knowledge, both with students and colleagues. Your own teaching will be in Swedish, but we speak English among colleagues.

We are now looking for a certified teacher for After School Care and Grades F-3.

The position is full-time. It is a temporary position until summer with a chance for extension. Start date as soon as possible. A probationary period applies for the first 6 months.

Job Description

Work as a teacher in after school care as well as in preschool class and grade 1. You will be part of a team with teachers for grades F-3. Your work includes planning, implementing, and following up on your teaching based on LGR22. You will also have a mentorship role, which means you have overall responsibility for students' knowledge development. You will have close communication with students' guardians and conduct development talks.

We are looking for someone who wants to make a difference for students in their lifelong learning. Our operations are characterized by a positive outlook, and we have a strong belief in students' abilities. A strong value foundation and positive view of students are very important to us. Together with your colleagues, you will work to create a safe, structured, developing, and stimulating learning environment for the students. You will work together in a team with teaching colleagues, support educators, and after school staff. Our mission is to lead and support students in their social and academic development together. In the team, educators help each other with planning, teaching, and the students' school day.

Who are you?

You have a Swedish teaching degree with a focus on after school care and grades 1-3, as well as a Swedish teaching license. You have a clear pedagogical insight and the ability to implement the curriculum's goals in your work. You have a clear leadership style and stand strong in your student groups. You are flexible, structured, and well-prepared. You are a present and collaborative educator who challenges and stimulates students to develop. A strong belief in collaboration as a success factor for pedagogical development is a given for you.

You have direct and humble communication with guardians and create trusting relationships with students, guardians, and colleagues.

You should be positive and cooperative and ready to be part of an international team.

In your role, you will teach in Swedish. Among colleagues, we speak Swedish/English.

For more information about our school, please see https://engelska.se/our-schools/linkoping/ (https://engelska.se/our-schools/linkoping/)

We look forward to your application, which you send to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]). Don't forget to attach your CV, cover letter, and teaching license. Mark your application with “Teacher F-1 2025”.

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline, so send in your application today. A criminal record extract will be presented at interviews.