Teacher of Biology and Chemistry at Sigtuna School of Humanities

Do you want to inspire young people in their learning and development in a unique international school environment? This is a role where you have the opportunity to influence students' language development and contribute to their future.

At Sigtuna School of Humanities (SSHL), you will become part of a unique school environment where young people from all over the world live, study, and develop together. Here, the work is not just about teaching, but about building relationships, creating engagement, and sparking curiosity for language and culture. As a teacher, you are close to the students in their daily lives and contribute to both their knowledge development and personal growth.

SSHL is a boarding school with roots dating back to the 1920s and currently has approximately 550 students from over 30 countries. We offer both Swedish and international education, including high school and IB programs. Our ambition is to constantly work for the best interests of the student.

Job Responsibilities

We are now looking for a certified teacher at 100% in Biology and Chemistry for the Swedish high school program. The position includes mentorship and involves working closely with students, colleagues, and school leadership in a dynamic and international environment.

In the role of teacher, you are responsible for planning, conducting, and following up on teaching in Biology and Chemistry. You actively work on developing teaching together with colleagues and contribute to an stimulating learning environment.

As a mentor, you follow the students' development, support them in their studies, and are an important adult figure in their school day.

We are looking for someone who

• is a certified teacher in Biology and Chemistry
• has an easy time building trusting relationships with young people and colleagues
• is structured, flexible, and has good planning skills
• has a solution-oriented approach and good judgment
• has a genuine interest in teaching and student development
• thrives in an international and changing environment

Qualifications

• Teacher certification with eligibility in Biology and Chemistry for high school
• Teacher certification with eligibility in Natural Science is an advantage
• Experience teaching at the high school level is required
• Very good communicative skills in Swedish and English
• Experience in an international environment is an advantage

Employment Type

Permanent position.

We Offer

A meaningful role in an international environment where you have the opportunity to influence students' learning and development, while becoming part of an engaged and supportive collegium.

Great importance will be attached to personal suitability, and a clean criminal record extract is required before employment. Interviews are conducted continuously during the application period.

Application

The last day for applications is June 30, 2026, with a start date in August 2026.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:

• Kerry Browning, Principal, 08-592 571 00, [email protected]
• Or Alexandra Koumi, Deputy Principal, [email protected]

Union representative: Björn Nordgren, The Swedish Teachers' Union, [email protected]

Please visit our website: sshl.se (http://sshl.se)

Regarding the recruitment process, we have taken a stance on recruitment channels and marketing. Therefore, we kindly decline contact with media sellers, recruitment sites, and similar.