Academic Manager

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 manager

International English School has made a big difference for our students for almost 30 years. We are convinced that it is thanks to our clear ethos with committed staff and present school leaders that our schools have succeeded. An environment where everyone works towards common goals and where students are at the center of everything we do, all students are your students. IES Länna is a school for grades 2-9 with approx. 630 students and 70 employees. We are a bilingual school that follows the Swedish curriculum. The school is located in Skogås, just outside Stockholm, a short walk from Drevviken and Skogås commuter train station.Working in our school means being part of a professional community and collaboration. With us, you get the opportunity to work internationally but at home. 

Are you passionate about the IES ethos and believe that every child can reach their highest potential, no matter the circumstances? Do you see solutions, work effectively with others and support staff towards achieving common goals? 

 The role is highly flexible and you will work with academic and pastoral areas in the school supporting the students and teachers within the educational aspects of the school.

You are an experienced teacher, familiar with LGR22, who has a passion for developing education and is ready to take on a leadership position. You have experience of working in an international environment as well as a thorough knowledge of the Swedish educational system. Comfort working in both English and Swedish is a must as you take a hands on approach, actively engaging with teachers, staff, students and parents.  The position also requires a strategic mindset with clear problem solving abilities because you will play a vital role maintaining high academic standards and implementing new initiatives and procedures to deepen our students’ positive learning experience. 

You will support teachers in the quality of education by analyzing academic data like grades and national tests, working together with the pastoral Coordinator & Heads of Departments and being a visual leader around the school. As part of the school leadership team, you support the systematic quality work and the long time planning of the whole organization moving down to become a F-9 school. 

You will work closely with the Principal, the  Assistant Principals, our Head of Administration, pastoral manager, our student care coordinator and academic coordinator.

You will lead school development with the help of clear targets that we set together with our teams. At IES Länna, we believe in the strength of teams. We have a middle management team that supports our teachers and students, and ensures communication and feedback are present in the school, and that all team members feel a part of the IES vision and mission. As a part of the school leadership team you will be a part of supporting the team members here at IES by building relationships with staff, students and parents.

Who are you? 

Skills

- You share the values of Internationella Engelska Skolan and can be a role model for those around you
- Able to communicate in both English and Swedish
- Strong teaching, leadership and management skills

- Good communicator and relationship builder, parents, students and staff
- Structured and organized
- Driven and takes responsibility
- Goal oriented but also flexible and adaptable to change, whilst focusing on outcomes.
- Honest, reliable and trustworthy - a team player

 Required Qualifications/Experience

- Qualified teacher in Sweden with Swedish Lärarlegitimation or a teacher certificate from abroad.
- Several years of teaching and leadership experience with proven results
- Experience working with Special Educational Needs support
- Previous experience from having staffing responsibility or equivalent is preferred
- Curriculum knowledge (LGR22)
- Understanding of “Skollagen” in relation to teaching and assessment

We are looking for an individual who is organized, focused and resilient. A successful candidate is also 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  

Send your application, with CV and covering letter through IES Careers. Applications through email will not be considered.

Recruitment takes place continuously, so submit your application as soon as possible.

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