Lärare i Svenska/Svenska som andraspråk (SVA)

Job title: Secondary Swedish Teacher

Employer: British International School of Stockholm

Location: Stockholm, Sweden (Ekeby Campus)

Contract type: Full Time (term time/feriestjänst)

Contract term: Temporary contract (parental leave cover)

Hours of work: 08.00 - 15.30

Salary: Based on qualifications and experience

Job starts: Dec 2026/Jan 2027

The British International School of Stockholm (BISS)

The British International School of Stockholm (BISS) is seeking a passionate Lärare i Svenska/Svenska som andraspråk (SVA) to join our dedicated team. The role primarily involves teaching the IB Swedish A course (gymnasienivå) but also includes teaching secondary students (grundskolenivå).

Bring your expertise from the Swedish education system to a not-for-profit international school that has high expectations for learning, and values academic excellence, personal growth, and well-being.

About Us

BISS offers a high-quality international education within a welcoming and global community. Combining the best of English and international curricula, we inspire students from over 40 nationalities to be their best by fostering creativity, encouraging respect, and building resilience.

You will join a dedicated Swedish-speaking team that teaches students from ages 3 to 18 across two campuses. The role focuses on working with older students (ages 12–18), based at our Ekeby campus.

At BISS, English is the primary language of instruction outside of Swedish lessons, and a professional level of English is required. Experience working or studying abroad is an added advantage.

Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates who:

Du är legitimerad gymnasielärare med behörighet i svenska och svenska som andraspråk, för åk 7–9 och gymnasium.

Hold a university degree.

Have current experience within the Swedish school system.

Have experience with teaching the IB Swedish A (desired but not essential)

Are experienced in differentiated instruction.

Organise and manage your work efficiently.

Motivate and engage students.

Communicate effectively with colleagues and resolve conflicts constructively.

Value collegial learning as key to developing new knowledge.

Take responsibility for professional growth, consistently focused on achieving goals and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Promote the school’s vision and values.

Show a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Plan, develop, and assess high-quality lessons.

Collaborate to enhance and develop our Swedish programmes.

Hold students accountable to maintain an effective learning environment.

Stay up to date with the latest educational research.

Contract:

Permanent full-time (with a six-month probationary period).

Start date: January 2027 (or earlier for the right candidate)

Closing date: 14th October 2026. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

Candidates should send their applications to recruitment@bisstockholm.se. For further information about the British International School of Stockholm, please visit our website.

Safeguarding

The British International School of Stockholm is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to relevant police checks, the receipt of satisfactory references and the production of relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates. The successful candidate must also be willing to undergo child protection training appropriate to the post.