Primary School Teacher

Stockholm International School; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous wellness stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Stockholm International School is seeking a Primary School Teacher who will provide exceptional education to students in Grades 1 to 5. This role includes developing and implementing curriculum, communicating with parents, and contributing to the school’s faculty.

The ideal candidate should possess a teaching qualification, experience as a teacher, and excellent communication skills in English. This position offers a full-time contract with various benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification required for this position.
• Experience as a teacher is essential.
• Ability to establish rapport with students and adults is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent education for Primary students (Grades 1 to 5).
• Develop and implement the curriculum in collaboration with faculties.
• Communicate regularly with parents and contribute actively to school activities.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Excellent communication skills in English

Ability to work collaboratively

Experience with diverse cultures

Education

Qualifications in Primary/Elementary education

Job description

To be recognised as a leading international school that inspires and educates generations of global change‑makers.

Our mission:

Stockholm International School inspires and educates children of the global community through internationally recognised learning programs. We enable international mobility and support growth and talent development in the Stockholm region and beyond.

A teacher at the Stockholm International School is responsible for the quality education of students in relation to the SIS curricula and programs of study. S/he/they works to stimulate and motivate students towards high academic performance and commitment to lifelong learning as well as to prepare students for continuing education at SIS and other educational institutions.

A teacher at SIS is aware of and understands their importance for the academic development and psycho-social education of students. S/he/they supports the students in their development as global citizens. S/he/they contributes to the school’s ongoing development, and thus to the positive reputation of the school.

A teacher always keeps in mind the SIS motto: Valued, Challenged, Balanced, Prepared.

Duties/Responsibilities:

The Primary School Teacher is responsible for the following:

• To provide an excellent education for Primary students (Grades 1 to 5).
• Contributing to the development and implementation of the curriculum.
• Communicating regularly with parents.
• Be an active and contributing member of the School’s faculty.
• Participating in the full range of professional activities in the school.
• Actively contributing to the operational needs of the school.

Required Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Teaching qualification
• Qualifications in the area of Primary/Elementary education
• Experience as a teacher.
• Excellent communication skills in English, at a native speaker level.
• The ability to establish rapport with adults and students.
• The ability to plan collaboratively and work effectively in a team
• A pleasant and friendly personality.
• The ability to function effectively under pressure.
• The ability to show initiative and work independently.

It would be desirable for the successful applicant to have a working knowledge of an inquiry-based learning program, IB PYP or their equivalent. Experience working with students from diverse cultures and countries would be an advantage.

What we offer: As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer benefits in terms of a pension scheme (Alecta ITP 1/ITP2), a generous wellness stipend, other insurances, and a substantial amount of professional development opportunities inside and outside the school. We also offer staff events and social gatherings that bring colleagues together, for example, hobby evenings and choir practices. Our location in central Stockholm is easily accessible by public transportation.

Child Protection Policy

At Stockholm International School, we are committed to protecting children. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All applicants will therefore be required to undergo appropriate child protection screening. Included in the recruitment process will be a local and national police check, as well as a mandatory police background check from the last 10 years of employment in every country worked. A judicial background check will be conducted prior to the issuance of the contract for prospective candidates applying to work at our school.

Contract: General Fixed-Term Contract (with a possible extension based on enrollment projections)

Time allocation: 100%

Starting: August 7, 2026

Salary: Based on a salary scale

Application

Last day for applications Sunday, July 12, 2026 (the interview process can start earlier). Please note that, in order to work at SIS, you must hold a valid work permit or be an EU citizen. SIS holds the right to close the application process at any time once a suitable candidate is found and accepted the position. We only accept applications in English and from certified candidates. Please send a letter of interest, your CV and two references to [e-mail]. Mark the email with “Primary School Teacher”.