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Pops Academy consists of three primary schools from grade 4 to 9. The schools share the philosophy that music and creativity provide good conditions for learning and development. Music, singing, and dance are combined with quality teaching, a quiet study environment, and clear structures. Pops Academy is located in Stockholm, Umeå, and Örebro and is part of AcadeMedia's primary schools.

Teacher in Social Studies Subjects at Pops Academy Stockholm

Pops Academy Stockholm is a grades 4–9 school located on Östermalm. During the summer of 2026, the school will move to larger and more suitable premises at Vintertullstorget on Södermalm.

We prioritize academic quality combined with creativity and a music profile. By combining high academic standards with music and creativity, we help our students reach their full potential.

If you believe these elements have a natural place in modern education, then Pops Academy Östermalm is the right place for you.

The school has had a new school leadership team for nearly four years, along with an expanded special education teacher and school nurse, as well as certified teachers in all subjects.

About the Position

We are now looking for a certified teacher in Social Studies subjects who is qualified to teach and grade in Social Studies – specifically Civics, History, Geography, and Religion – in grades 6 and 8. The position is fixed-term with the possibility of extension. The employment rate is part-time, and mentorship duties may be included. Teachers work in subject teams at the school with a focus on joint planning and assessment. You will also have subject-specific colleagues at our Pops schools.

With us, you will work at a music-profile school with driven and engaged colleagues who, together with the students, find new ways to learn and understand their surroundings, where digitalization is a natural part of learning. We are a small school with a strong sense of community, where everyone knows everyone – students and teachers alike. Our teaching staff works closely together in daily operations; in the collegium, we are helpful and flexible, with the student's best interests as our focus.

Previous experience teaching in primary school is considered an advantage.

We are looking for someone who

• is a qualified teacher in Social Studies subjects with a teaching license for grades 7–9
• is well-versed in Lgr 22 and other relevant regulatory documents
• builds teaching on close pedagogical relationships with students
• is familiar with differentiated instruction
• creates curiosity and engagement in the classroom
• takes initiative and suggests ways to enhance and develop Social Studies teaching at our school
• is a driven, independent, flexible, and knowledgeable teacher
• is a confident and clear leader focused on student achievement
• is passionate about meeting students in their development within the subject
• has high expectations and warm leadership
• can engage others, collaborate, and lead development together with other Social Studies teachers at our Pops schools
• has good communication skills and is confident in interacting with both guardians and students
• has good digital competence

About the School

Pops Academy consists of three primary schools from grades 4–9. The schools share the philosophy that music and creativity provide good conditions for learning and development. The schools collaborate through joint conference days and subject forums. Music is combined with quality teaching, study time, and clear structures. Pops Academy is located in Stockholm, Umeå, and Örebro and is part of AcadeMedia's primary schools.

From August, the school is located on Södermalm in Stockholm with good transport connections via both bus and subway.

Other Information

You are warmly welcome to apply via our recruitment system.

We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment agencies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements. If you want to know more about Pops Academy, please visit our website: www.popsacademy.se

Job Details

Employment rate: 50–70 %

Number of positions: 1

Start date: August 7th

Salary: Monthly salary, individual salary setting

Contract: Fixed-term

Contact:

Joanna Forslund (Principal)

[email protected]

Ellinor Lehman (Deputy Principal)

[email protected]