Vacant job

At International English School (IES) in Skellefteå, we are a team pulling in the same direction. To thrive here, you should share our conviction regarding the importance of clear values, collegial learning, and common routines and approaches. IES is proud of its staff and has developed a method to create a calm and secure school environment. This allows our teachers more time to share their knowledge, both with students and colleagues. We have a strong student health team that works closely with students and teachers.

We are looking for a Class Teacher for Grades 1–3

• This is a full-time position.
• Substitute position starting in August 2026. Probationary period applies for the first 6 months.

Job Description

IES Skellefteå is a bilingual school where staff and students work together in an international environment. You should feel comfortable communicating both orally and in writing with students, their families, and staff in both English and Swedish. Teaching at IES follows the Swedish national curriculum and course plans. You will be part of the F–3 team, led by subject and grade coordinators.

Who are you?

• You have a teaching degree with qualifications to teach in the younger years.
• You have knowledge of and share International English School's values and ethos.
• You have experience working in a school setting.
• You are passionate about development and a collegial working approach.

For more information about our school, please visit https://engelska.se/our-schools/skelleftea/ (https://engelska.se/our-schools/skelleftea/)

The position starts in August 2026. Recruitment is ongoing, so please submit your application (CV, cover letter, and teaching license) via our IES Careers website as soon as possible.

International English School (IES) is a leading independent school group with academic results far above average and a diverse and energetic staff. Teaching is conducted in both Swedish and English, and the hallways are bilingual. The language of meetings and communication among staff is English.

IES is one of Sweden's largest school groups at the compulsory school level, with 48 schools and approximately 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 the criminal record register (belastningsregistret) issued by the Swedish Police Authority, and from abroad, this is a record extract from an equivalent police governing body.