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Internationella Engelska Skolan (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.

Please note that prior to any offer of employment at IES, a criminal background check is required for all applicants. In Sweden, this is an extract from the criminal record from the Police Authority and from abroad, this is a record extract from an equivalent police governing body.

Internationella Engelska Skolan Enskede is a school for grades 4-9 with 900 students and 70 staff members. It is a school where teachers can focus on teaching, where students are given the opportunity to learn, and where everyone enjoys coming to school every day. All teachers have the enriching experience of being a class mentor. The school has an international orientation and instruction is conducted in both English and Swedish. The school strives to prioritize learning and knowledge. Students learn to take personal responsibility for their own development and learning environment and to respect their classmates, teachers, and themselves. IES takes pride in its staff 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 as a teacher from Sweden will be in Swedish, but among colleagues, we speak English.

Internationella Engelska Skolan Enskede is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic full-time special education teacher. We are seeking a qualified special education teacher for grades 4-9. Mentorship for students may be included in the position. Please note that the position is a temporary contract due to parental leave.

Main responsibilities:

• Provide direct instruction and support to students with identified special educational needs, both in and out of the classroom.
• Develop, implement, and follow up on individual education plans (IEP) in collaboration with teachers, guardians, and relevant professionals.
• Conduct assessments and observations to identify students' needs and measure progress.
• Work closely with classroom teachers to plan and adapt lessons, support measures, and modifications to ensure access to the curriculum for all students.
• Lead and participate in student support meetings, including IEP meetings and team conferences.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of students' progress, assessments, and support services.
• Collaborate with external authorities and specialists to coordinate services and resources for students.
• Support the development of a positive and inclusive school environment that values diversity and equality.
• Contribute to staff development regarding inclusive teaching methods and strategies.
• Ensure compliance with school policies, statutory regulations, and best practices in special education.
• Holiday school - extra support for students during school breaks.

Apply for the position by sending your CV to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) with 'Special Education Teacher' as the subject.