Academic Coordinator

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 48 schools and around 32,000 students across the country. IES has grown steadily and maintained quality since 1993.


Academic Coordinator/Special Teacher (50/50)

Are you passionate about the IES ethos and believe that every child can exceed their potential, no matter what the circumstances? Do you see solutions, work effectively with others and get people on board towards achieving common goals? If so, this presents an excellent opportunity for you, where your abilities will be given space to grow and develop. We are looking for an experienced 1-6 or 4-9 school teacher/Special Teacher, who has a passion for developing education and is ready to take on a leadership position. 

The role is both a coordinator and Special Teacher, working closely with Special Pedagogues and Mentors; supporting individual students and smaller groups as well as the organisational coordination of the academic side of the teaching. You will need experience working in an international environment as well as a thorough knowledge of the Swedish educational system. It is important that you are comfortable working in both the English and Swedish languages. The Academic Coordinator/Special Teacher will have a vital role in establishing and implementing the high academic standards expected within IES. The position requires a strategic mindset and a hands on approach. It will involve daily contact with teachers, staff, students and parents. As well as being an educational guru, you should have a strong desire to be part of the journey of developing our school.

The role will be full-time with probation starting in October 2024. The role is focused on years 1-9 during the first year with a shift to 1-6 thereafter 2025/26 (cover for maternity leave 2024/25)

Key areas of responsibility

The Academic Coordinator is part of the school's leadership team and works closely with the Principal, Assistant Principals, Heads of Department and teachers to develop teaching and learning at IES Kungsbacka. How do we continue to improve the quality of teaching? How do we support students in fulfilling their potential? How do we monitor students’ progress? These are a few of the many questions that you will work with as part of our systematic quality work. You should believe in the central pillars of what we at IES offer to students:

- To command the English language - the key to the world.
- A safe and orderly environment, where teachers can teach and students learn.
- High academic expectations.

Required competencies and desired qualifications/experiences

We are looking for individuals who are Swedish qualified, organised, focused and resilient to the day-to-day pressures that working in education can bring. The successful candidate is a highly committed team player with drive, energy and passion, who:

- Coaches and supports teachers to develop their practice
- Inspires a love of learning within students
- Has a collaborative relationship with parents  

Please submit CV and a covering letter via IES Careers