Special needs teacher for Swedish and /or Math to the International School
About us
The schools of the City of Helsingborg are well-resourced and value-driven organisations. You as an employee will be an important part of our vision to create the best school for every child and student.
Our wonderful special needs teacher is leaving to explore new adventures. Now we are looking for an ambitious full time special needs teacher (speciallärare) to start working in our MYP team (åk.6-9). Would you like to join us?
In the MYP we work according to the IB MYP curriculum where inquiry based learning, conceptual understanding and a strong focus on learning skills is at the core of what we do. We also follow the Swedish curriculum in the Swedish subject.
This position offers you the opportunity to join, grow with and develop a school that wants to be at the forefront of education with a clear development focus that is supported by international research.
Job description
You would join the MYP team as the SEN teacher of the MYP1-4 Special Needs team (SEN team) at the International School of Helsingborg. In this role, you will support students 1:1 and in small groups, completing pedagogical mappings, drawing up action plans and individual development plans, organizing special accommodations and planning the students’ schooling.
What we offer
We offer you varied, responsible and stimulating work, with opportunities for development. The workplace is non-smoking and health conscious. As an employee you receive a 3000 kr wellness grant per calendar year.
Qualifications
You are a qualified special needs teacher (speciallärare) with a teaching degree in Swedish and/or Math as well as a postgraduate diploma in Special Educational Needs from the Swedish educational system. You have experience working as a special needs teacher (speciallärare) following the Swedish school law and Swedish educational system steering documents. Knowledge/experience in social pedagogy/group dynamics is a plus.
It is a requirement that you are fluent in English and Swedish, both in speech and in writing.
It will be of great advantage to have experience of the IB system.
As a person you make the students feel good and confident. You are an enthusiastic and strong team player with good classroom management skills. You are organized and understand the importance of effective and regular documentation. You communicate clearly and proactively, you are a good listener and support and care for others, letting them take initiative, grow and shine. You are open to new educational ideas and interested in working in a multicultural environment.
If this position sounds interesting, we would like for you to send your application and CV in English. (We do not accept applications via email.)
Working in Helsingborg
Do you want to create a better city together with the residents of Helsingborg? Then you should work in the City of Helsingborg. With us, you can use your creativity and motivation to make life easier and safer for our inhabitants, visitors, and businesses. Together with curious and helpful colleagues you make a difference to people’s lives, today and in the future. A job well-done today, a better city tomorrow.
Read more about working in the city here: https://helsingborg.se/arbete/sa-ar-det-att-jobba-i-staden/
Other information
Apply by: Friday August 29th, 2025. We reserve the right to start the process earlier than the last day of application.
Terms of employment: Permanent, full time assignment from August 2025
Scope: 100%
Start date: August 2025
No of positions: 1