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We have a common strategy for education in our municipality: to create a cohesive educational chain that contributes to increased equity, improved study results, and attractive education. With us, all children, young people, and adults should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and develop their knowledge and skills. We know that this is built on dedicated, knowledgeable, and professional employees who provide high-quality teaching. We make a difference every day and are proud of our mission. We have Sweden's most important job – our mission is to give young people hope for the future.

Linblomman School is a preschool to year 6 school located four kilometers southwest of Umeå city center. A school that is just the right size to make new friends, and small enough so that every student is seen! With us, digital tools are a natural part of the work. We also have our own cooking kitchen with a high proportion of organic ingredients and access to one of Umeå's most modern sports halls. Join us for a digital tour here!

We are now looking for a Special Needs Teacher!

Employment Information

The position is a permanent, full-time employment, starting in August or as agreed. This is a holiday cover position.

Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a Special Needs Teacher for our special education groups for students in grades 4–9 with a focus on autism. The groups consist of approximately 6 students per group and have a large catchment area within the municipality. You will be part of a team together with other teachers connected to the operation, and you will work together to create a safe, structured, and accessible learning environment for the students. The daily work includes close collaboration with guardians.

The assignment includes teaching, planning, follow-up, and documentation of students' learning and development. You are also responsible for coordinating and following up on students' development and support situations within the framework of USS (Assessment, Support, and Support) work. Central to the assignment is collaboration with guardians, student health services, and external actors such as Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (BUP), social services, and healthcare. The position includes supervision of our own organization at the school. Due to the unique competence of the unit, guidance and support to other schools in need of special pedagogical competence may also be relevant.

About You

As a person, you are flexible, clear, and structured. You enjoy working with children in need of special support, as you are a very important part of their school day. Based on your profession, you have good knowledge of students' development and learning, and can identify and work based on the individual's needs at the organizational, group, and individual levels. You have good collaboration skills, are receptive, and find it easy to communicate and collaborate with students and other important professional groups for the target group. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Requirements

• Trained Special Needs Teacher with eligibility for primary school
• Has or has applied for teacher certification
• Experience in teaching
• Valid extract from the criminal record register, in accordance with the law on suitability control
• Unimpeded knowledge of the Swedish language in speech and writing

Merits

• Trained Speech and Language Therapist
• Experience in special pedagogical work

We welcome your application!

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 important employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows with care. Our core values are citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Together with us, you will work in socially important assignments where you contribute to Umeå continuing to be safe, secure, and fun.

Umeå is the largest city in northern Sweden with a rich offering of experiences and opportunities. We are a city of associations and culture that offers a richer life even outside of work. Here you can learn what it is like to live and work in Umeå: Move to - Umeå Municipality

We are going to be more, and therefore we are looking for perhaps just you? Do you want more? We offer fair conditions, good benefits, and good development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important for all those who live and work here. We look forward to hearing from you.