Training Position as Subject Teacher in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry

Do subjects like mathematics, physics, and chemistry capture your interest a bit more? Are you the one who can ignite a spark in young people by making the complex understandable? Who can build relationships that make a difference? Take the step to become a qualified teacher! Right now, there is an opportunity to apply for a training position where you work as a teacher while studying to become a subject teacher specializing in mathematics, physics, and chemistry for grades 7-9.

The primary school in Gotland needs more qualified teachers for upper secondary school in mathematics and natural sciences. Upper secondary schools are located in Fårösund, Slite, Roma, Klintehamn, Hemse, and Visby. There are a total of 30 municipal primary schools around the island.

With us, you will find commitment, care, and community. Here, you will develop alongside skilled colleagues. Welcome to become one of us.

About the Training Position

• The teaching position is time-limited, one year at a time, according to the Education Act regulations.
• Conditions for employment are that you are admitted to and studying in the distance education program for subject teachers specializing in mathematics, physics, and chemistry for grades 7-9.
• The program lasts approximately 5.5 years and is offered by Kristianstad University, with which Region Gotland has a collaboration. You will need to make some trips to Kristianstad.

Year 1

During the first year, you will be completely on leave to study. The study pace is 125 percent. You will have ongoing contact with one of our upper secondary schools and will do your practical training (VFU) there.

Years 2-5

From the second year onwards, the study pace is 75 percent.

Two and a half days a week (50 percent), you will work with teaching at one of our upper secondary schools and will be paid for that. You will be part of a team with colleagues and have a supervisor at the school.

Two and a half days a week, you will study, one of which is paid. You will thus receive a salary from Region Gotland for a total of three and a half days per week.

You can read more about the program here: https://www.hkr.se/program/amneslarare-distans/ (https://www.hkr.se/program/amneslarare-distans/)

Who Are You?

We are looking for someone who is curious, pedagogical, and a good leader. You are structured and have a good ability to create trusting relationships. You have studied mathematics, physics, and chemistry at the upper secondary level and feel confident in those subjects. Experience in teaching is an advantage but not a requirement.

Requirements for the position are that you are admitted to the distance education program for subject teachers specializing in mathematics, physics, and chemistry for grades 7-9. The program is offered by Kristianstad University.

To be admitted, you need to have basic eligibility as well as English 6, social studies 1b or 1a1+1a2, physics 1, chemistry 1, mathematics 4 or mathematics D.

About the Education and Employment Administration

As part of Region Gotland, we contribute in the Education and Employment Administration to the learning and development of children, youth, and adults. We are responsible for, among other things, preschool, primary school, after-school care, adapted primary and secondary school, cultural school, upper secondary and adult education, labor market initiatives, youth centers, and the reception and establishment of newcomers. Together, we provide opportunities for lifelong learning.

About Region Gotland

Region Gotland is not only Gotland's largest employer, but we are also the only region in Sweden that has municipal, health, and medical care responsibilities and regional development responsibilities within the same organization. This, along with our island location, creates conditions for good cooperation across our areas of operation.

We have over 7,000 employees. Together, we work for a sustainable, inclusive, and thriving society for everyone who visits, lives, and works in Gotland. We are driving the creation of a safe and sustainable development across the entire island.

Gotland is a fantastic place to live, with a rich cultural life, untouched nature, and a creative entrepreneurial spirit. More than 61,000 people have chosen to live here year-round, and we would love to have more! If you want information about Gotland as a place to live and work, read more at https://gotland.com/leva-bo/flytta-hit/ (https://gotland.com/leva-bo/flytta-hit/)

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Other

Region Gotland works according to a competence-based recruitment method aimed at recognizing each person's competencies and thus counteracting discrimination. We place great importance on personal suitability in accordance with the competencies described in the advertisement. We strive for a balanced gender distribution and see diversity as a strength, welcoming applicants from different backgrounds and genders.

The position will be filled on the condition that no employee with preferential rights claims it.

As the world changes, Region Gotland is increasingly working with quality and safety in the recruitment process. This means that you as a candidate may be subject to certain checks prior to employment. You will receive information about which checks the position you are applying for may involve before or during the interview.

Before all employments, you as a candidate need to present an ID and a personal certificate.

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