EAL/ESL teacher (English as an Additional/Second Language)

As employees of the commune we spend our working days among people. We make a difference and influence peoples everyday lives. We contribute to the life quality of people. We do this every day. Because of this we feel that we have the most important job in Sweden.

Our occupational responsibilities entail making sure that children learn to read and write, that our roads are safe, that we have clean water and a good environment, we also make sure that new houses are built, we ensure the access to a rich cultural and leisure life, we make sure that our elderly citizens are well taken care of in their golden years. We do all of this and so much more.

As an employee of Älmhults commune you will contribute in making a difference. There are a lot of interesting jobs with the possibility to grow. As employers Älmhult aims to keep goals regarding the work environment at a high standard. The ambition is to have employees that are happy and able to grow with their jobs, who in turn contribute actively to the growth and development of the commune. Älmhults commune finds itself in the middle of an interesting developmental stage, this together with the communes growing population calls for employees with a positive attitude towards working with change.

Älmhult offers you the possibility to combine the perks of a small town with a unique international atmosphere and a global trade and industry. It is easy to live here with the proximity to most things. The access to good public transportation also makes commuting easy.

ARBETSUPPGIFTER
The International School of Älmhult and International Preschool has grown rapidly since it opened in 2000 and has a current population of over 250 students. Situated in Älmhult in southern Sweden it is a state school with support from Ikea of Sweden. The local area, which has a population of approx. 16 000, is peaceful and situated in an attractive area with nearby lakes and forests. The small town of Växjö is easily reached by either rail or road, as are other large cities in the region and the Continent. The school was authorised for The International Baccalaureate`s Primary Years Programme in May 2003 and for The Middle Years Programme in May 2009. The school is international and has a friendly atmosphere. The classes are small and all lessons are given in English.

We are interested in speaking with outstanding teachers of English who are talented, inspirational and dynamic in their approach with an excellent track record of raising achievement in their own classes. We are seeking someone who has a solid teaching background, with demonstrable experience working with students who have English as an Additional Language.

This post represents a superb career opportunity for an enthusiastic professional who is passionate about English, has excellent subject knowledge and teaching skills.

Suitable candidates will be contacted immediately,

The ideal candidate is:
-A qualified EAL/ESL Teacher or other related
Language degree training
-Has at least 2 years of EAL/ESL Language
teaching experience
-Creative and willing to be a part of a
culturally diverse learning community
-Encourage students to reach their full potential.


KVALIFIKATIONER
The successful applicant will have adequate level of education (university or similar) with teaching qualifications.

ÖVRIGT
Älmhults municipality aims to have an equal balance of the sexes and sees diversity as a strength.
We therefore welcome applications from candidates of different backgrounds.