Teacher for Special Needs Group (Years 7–9) – International English School Lund

International English School (IES) is currently seeking an engaged and relationship-building teacher for our special needs group for years 7–9.

About the Role

We are looking for you who want to make a real difference for students in need of special support and who thrive working closely with students, colleagues, and guardians. You are confident in your teaching role, have a strong pedagogical commitment, and see the value in creating structure, motivation, and accessible learning environments for students with diverse needs.

Here, you will become part of an experienced special pedagogical team with high competence, clear routines, and a strong focus on the student.

Scope and Responsibilities

The position involves teaching in a special needs group for students in years 7–9. You will plan and conduct teaching in the subjects you are qualified for and collaborate with subject teachers in other areas.

You will work closely with students who require additional adjustments and special support, including students with high absenteeism, neuropsychiatric difficulties, or other challenges affecting their school situation.

The work team includes special education teachers, special pedagogues, teaching assistants, and another teacher in the special needs group. Together, you will work to create a safe, structured, and accessible learning environment where students are given the best possible conditions for success.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Teaching students in the special needs group for years 7–9 together with a colleague.
• Planning, conducting, and following up on teaching based on students' individual needs.
• Adapting teaching materials and learning environments.
• Working with compensatory tools and digital aids.
• Collaborating with student health services, guardians, and teaching staff.
• Participating in work regarding students with high absenteeism and need for extensive support.
• Responsible for assessment and grading in the subjects you are qualified for.
• Acting as a mentor for students in the group and maintaining regular contact with their homes.
• Conducting development conferences with students and guardians 2–3 times per term.

There are good opportunities to contribute to the development of the operations and influence working methods and structure moving forward.

Who We Are Looking For

• You are a certified teacher.
• You have a strong interest in special pedagogy and inclusive learning environments.
• You are confident in building relationships with students in need of support.
• You have experience in adapting teaching and teaching materials.
• You are structured but also flexible.
• You enjoy collaboration but can also work independently.
• You have excellent knowledge of Swedish and good knowledge of English.
• Experience working with NPD (Neuropsychological Disorders), problematic school attendance, or special needs groups is preferred.
• You are solution-focused and have the ability to think creatively.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

What We Offer

• An experienced and well-functioning special pedagogical team.
• A clear organization and structured school environment.
• Opportunities to participate in developing the operations.
• Close collaboration between student health services and teaching staff.
• A workplace with high ambitions and a strong student focus.

About the School

IES Lund is a years 4–9 school with approximately 710 students and 75 employees. We operate based on the belief that safety, study peace, and good relationships create the best conditions for learning and development.

Teaching is conducted in both Swedish and English according to the Swedish curriculum. Our Swedish and international teachers contribute with broad competence and experience to create an stimulating and developmental learning environment for our students.

Additional Information

The position is a fixed-term employment for the school year 2026/27 at 100%, starting August 5, 2026, or as agreed.

Recruitment is ongoing, so please submit your application (CV, cover letter, and teaching certificate) via our IES Careers website.

Application deadline: 2026-06-14.

A criminal background check is required for employment within school and preschool.

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.

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.