Teacher, Mathematics

Internationella Engelska Skolan; Åkersberga; On-site; SEK 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear routines and strong leadership

Supportive and dedicated colleagues

International working environment

Opportunity to help build a growing学校

Job summary

Internationella Engelska Skolan (IES) Åkersberga seeks an experienced Mathematics Teacher for Years 7–9 to plan, teach, assess, and monitor student progress in a bilingual setting.

You will support diverse learners, teach IGCSE Mathematics in Year 9, and collaborate with parents and staff to drive student success.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid teaching qualification and teaching license in Mathematics for Years 7–9.
• Is fluent in both Swedish and English.
• Can teach mathematics confidently in both Swedish and English.
• Has several years of successful teaching experience.
• Has proven track record of helping students who struggle in mathematics make progress.
• Has experience with, or knowledge of, IGCSE Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, assess, and follow up on students' learning in mathematics.
• Help students build confidence and develop problem-solving skills.
• Mentor a group of students and collaborate with parents, colleagues, and school leadership.

Skills

Fluent Swedish

Fluent English

Teaching experience

IGCSE Mathematics knowledge

Supporting diverse learners

Team collaboration

Constructive feedback

Education

Teaching qualification with Math license (Years 7–9)

Job description

IES Österåker opened in August 2024 and is a modern F-9 school with high ambitions. When fully established, the school will have around 600 students across two classes per year group.

We follow the Swedish national curriculum, with up to 50% of lessons taught in English. Our school is built on clear routines, high expectations, and a safe learning environment where students and staff can succeed.

The school is located in central Åkersberga, about 30 minutes from Stockholm. Our campus combines newly built and renovated facilities and is close to sports facilities, nature, and the Stockholm archipelago.

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Mathematics Teacher for Years 7-9 to join our team.

As a teacher, you will plan, teach, assess, and follow up on students' learning in mathematics. You will help students build confidence, develop problem-solving skills, and achieve strong academic results.

A key part of this role is meeting the needs of different learners. You should be able to support students who find mathematics challenging while also providing extension and enrichment for students who need greater academic challenge.

The role also includes teaching IGCSE Mathematics in Year 9.

You will be a mentor for a group of students and work closely with parents, colleagues, the student support team, and school leadership to support student success.

We are looking for:

• Holds a valid teaching qualification and teaching license in Mathematics for Years 7–9.
• Is fluent in both Swedish and English.
• Can teach mathematics confidently in both Swedish and English.
• Has several years of successful teaching experience.
• Has a proven track record of helping students who struggle in mathematics make progress.
• Has experience supporting and challenging high-achieving mathematics students.
• Has experience with, or knowledge of, IGCSE Mathematics.
• Creates a calm, structured, and positive classroom environment.
• Has high expectations for all students.
• Works well with colleagues and enjoys being part of a team.
• Gives clear feedback that helps students improve

About this vacancy

Qualified Mathematics Teacher Years 7–9

IES Österåker opened in August 2024 and is a modern F-9 school with high ambitions. When fully established, the school will have around 600 students across two classes per year group.

We follow the Swedish national curriculum, with up to 50% of lessons taught in English. Our school is built on clear routines, high expectations, and a safe learning environment where students and staff can succeed.

The school is located in central Åkersberga, about 30 minutes from Stockholm. Our campus combines newly built and renovated facilities and is close to sports facilities, nature, and the Stockholm archipelago.

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Mathematics Teacher for Years 7-9 to join our team.

As a teacher, you will plan, teach, assess, and follow up on students' learning in mathematics. You will help students build confidence, develop problem-solving skills, and achieve strong academic results.

A key part of this role is meeting the needs of different learners. You should be able to support students who find mathematics challenging while also providing extension and enrichment for students who need greater academic challenge.

The role also includes teaching IGCSE Mathematics in Year 9.

You will be a mentor for a group of students and work closely with parents, colleagues, the student support team, and school leadership to support student success.

We are looking for:

• Holds a valid teaching qualification and teaching license in Mathematics for Years 7–9.
• Is fluent in both Swedish and English.
• Can teach mathematics confidently in both Swedish and English.
• Has several years of successful teaching experience.
• Has a proven track record of helping students who struggle in mathematics make progress.
• Has experience supporting and challenging high-achieving mathematics students.
• Has experience with, or knowledge of, IGCSE Mathematics.
• Creates a calm, structured, and positive classroom environment.
• Has high expectations for all students.
• Works well with colleagues and enjoys being part of a team.
• Gives clear feedback that helps students improve

What we offer:

• A school with clear routines and strong leadership.
• Supportive and dedicated colleagues.
• An international working environment.
• The opportunity to help build and develop a growing school.
• A culture focused on learning, respect, and academic success.

The position is 100%. A six-month probationary period applies.

Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline.

A criminal background check is required before employment.

About IES

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

IES is one of Sweden's largest school groups at compulsory school level with 46 schools and around 30,000 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 belastningsregistret from Polismyndighetenand from abroad, this is a record extract from an equivalent police governing body.