Part-time Mother Tongue Teachers – 9 Positions

Are you passionate about language, culture, and learning? Do you want to work in an intercultural team where you make a difference in students' language development? We are now looking for part-time mother tongue teachers who thrive in a flexible work environment and enjoy teaching students of various ages in the following languages:

• Armenian
• Bengali
• Italian
• Korean
• Somali
• Spanish
• Hungarian
• Urdu
• Vietnamese

The Intercultural Unit is responsible for mother tongue instruction in preschool classes, primary school, and upper secondary school. Our mother tongue teachers are mobile and teach at all municipal schools where there is a need. The unit consists of approximately 55 employees, one administrator, an assistant principal, and a principal. We value our diversity, and together we speak around 30 different languages. Our offices are located on Smedjegatan, close to the train station for commuters.

Responsibilities

We prefer that the language you teach is your mother tongue. You will teach during scheduled hours at one or several different schools, ranging from primary to upper secondary level. As a mother tongue teacher, you will independently plan, conduct, and develop lessons based on the national curriculum. You are also responsible for grading in the subject. In this role, you will interact with guardians, other teachers, and principals. Work as a study guide in the relevant mother tongue may also be included.

Qualifications

To be considered for the position, you must have completed upper secondary education and be proficient in Swedish, both spoken and written. It is an advantage if you have teacher training as well as experience in teaching through work or vocational training (VFU). We also appreciate that you have good knowledge of the Swedish school system and the school's mission according to the curriculum.

Since teaching may take place at schools outside of Eskilstuna center, a Category B driver's license and access to a personal car are meritorious. Travel between schools with a personal car is reimbursed according to current guidelines.

We are looking for someone who is unpretentious, self-motivated, and has a structured work approach. You are receptive, team-oriented, and have an easy time building good relationships with students, guardians, and colleagues. You are also flexible and maintain a professional attitude.

In the event of employment, you will be required to provide an extract from the Police Register. We therefore recommend that you order this now via the Police website.

Additional Information

• Desired start date: August 10
• Selection and interviews: Planned for week 32
• Salary: Hourly wage
• Employment type: Permanent
• Duration: Permanent, start date: 2026-08-10
• Working hours: Daytime

We warmly welcome your application!

Every day, we welcome 18,000 children and young people into our operations. Together, we are approximately 4,000 employees who contribute to challenging, stimulating, and helping children and young people grow into good learning individuals in our preschools, primary schools, upper secondary schools, adapted primary schools, the intercultural unit, and our family centers.

Welcome to Eskilstuna Municipality – one of Sweden's most sustainable municipalities. We want to bring together bold managers and bold employees. Together with competent and engaged colleagues and managers, you help develop Eskilstuna through good, sustainable meetings, regardless of your role. You drive change and make a difference for people every day. We welcome employees with diverse backgrounds and work hard to ensure our workplaces are accessible to everyone.

If you have a protected identity, apply by sending your application in writing marked "Recruitment Unit" or leave it at our reception at Alva Myrdals gata 3D.

All employees within the Child and Education Administration must present an extract from the Police Authority's criminal record register in connection with employment.

The position will be filled provided it is not claimed by surplus staff and that necessary decisions are made.