Primary school teacher in grades 4-6, Sävar school Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Primary school teacher, grades 4-6
Work model On location
Application due date 1 March 2026
Are you the one? We have a common strategy for education in our municipality: to create a coherent education chain that contributes to greater equality, improved learning outcomes and attractive education. We want all children, young people and adults to have the opportunity to reach their full potential and develop their knowledge and skills. We know that this is based on committed, knowledgeable and professional staff 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 confidence in the future.
Sävar School is an F-9 school with around 700 pupils.
Nearby there is a swimming pool, sports hall, nature and in the schoolyard there is a multi-sports arena. Our vision is that Sävar school has safe students with high motivation, high confidence in their own learning and good study results.
Join us on a digital tour of the school here: Sävar School - Umeå Municipality
We are looking for you who want to make a difference for our students in grades 4-6. The assignment means that you are a mentor for a grade 6 and teach other classes in grades 4-6.
Form of employment
The service is a temporary position, full time, starting soon, by agreement until 2027-01-08. The temporary position may be extended until 2027-06-16 at the latest.
Work tasks
Your task as a teacher in primary school is to plan teaching based on the curriculum, but also to do more comprehensive planning together with colleagues. You will individually and together with colleagues follow up, evaluate and analyze teaching and assess and document students' knowledge development. You are responsible for creating a safe and inclusive learning environment that contributes to students' goal achievement. As a teacher, you are responsible for informing pupils and guardians about the pupils' learning progress and sometimes, individually or together with colleagues. You will also have mentoring responsibilities for a year 6 class.
About you
You are a clear leader in the classroom with the ability to create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment, structure and context for all students. You are well versed in the school's governing documents. You differentiate and vary teaching based on the needs of the students. You share your knowledge and experience to contribute to collegial learning. Building good relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents is an important part of the teaching role.
Great importance is attached to personal suitability.
Requirements
Teacher's license and qualifications in mathematics, science, technology, Swedish, English for grades 4-6 or have an equivalent degree and applied for a license
Valid extract from the criminal record
Good knowledge of Swedish language in speech and writing
Meritorious
Experience of working in the current grade
Experience of working with children and young people
We offer:
A pleasant working environment with committed colleagues
Opportunity to influence and develop teaching
Support from school management and student health
A school with a focus on safety, learning and development
Welcome with your application as soon as possible! Selection and interviews are ongoing. Access according to agreement!
About Umeå municipality
Umeå municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 brave employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments and together we work to make Umeå grow with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust and continuous improvement. Together with us, you get to work in socially important assignments where you contribute to Umeå continuing to be safe, secure and fun.
Umeå is northern Sweden's largest city with a rich range of experiences and opportunities. We are a city of associations and culture that offers a richer Umeå life even outside work. Here you can find out what it is like to live in Umeå: https://www.umea.se/flytta
We will become more and therefore we are looking for you? Do you also want more? We offer fair conditions, good benefits and good development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important to all those who live and work here. We look forward to hearing from you.