Teacher's Assistant

Scenic Arvidsjaur is located in the heart of Lappland, approximately 900 kilometers north of Stockholm and 110 kilometers south of the Arctic Circle. Here, everything is close at hand, both within the municipality and globally, thanks to our airport. With a wide range of recreational activities, a welcoming attitude, and nature right at your doorstep, Arvidsjaur is a place where it is easy to thrive. The local economy is characterized by tourism and trade, wood processing, vehicle testing operations, reindeer husbandry, and the public sector. In Arvidsjaur, we offer both security and simplicity in everyday life – everything you need is nearby. No matter where you choose to settle in the municipality, Arvidsjaur provides good living conditions and excellent opportunities for attractive housing. Would you like to know more about living in Arvidsjaur? Visit flyttatillarvidsjaur.se! As an employer, Arvidsjaur Municipality offers a developing work environment. Working with us means adhering to the municipality's shared values, which are: Joy, Respect, and Professionalism. Since Árviesjávrrie is part of the Sámi administrative area, we welcome applicants with knowledge of Sámi language and culture. We have a need for Sámi-speaking staff in certain sectors, and proficiency in Sámi may therefore be an advantage for some positions. As an employee of Arvidsjaur Municipality, you may need to use your personal phone for tasks such as logging into operational systems. We welcome your application! We have actively chosen the placement of our advertisements, and contact from recruitment and staffing agencies is not welcomed. **Student Assistant, Grades 7-9** In the role of a student assistant, your work may be directed towards individual students or a group of students who need support to benefit from their education in junior high school. You must be able to build trust with the student while being prepared to use that trust to clearly create structure in the school day. You have the ability to help provide students with structure and, in collaboration with the teaching staff, create a learning environment that enhances goal achievement. You are quick and have a good ability to provide feedback to the mentor and teaching staff. Good and ongoing communication with the student's guardians is also important. You may meet the student in the morning as needed and ensure they complete the school day. You have a low-arousal approach and are clear in your communication. You collaborate with teachers, student health services, and other relevant staff with the student's best interests in focus. As a person, you are flexible and have a strong sense of responsibility. You have a positive view of people and recognize each child's potential for development. You have the ability to work with others; to listen, show empathy, and respect. You are unpretentious and acknowledge and reward the contributions of others. **Qualifications:** Child and Youth Program or equivalent education based on the employer's needs. Great emphasis will be placed on your personal qualities such as social competence, flexibility, and ability to collaborate, as well as a genuine interest in children and youth. We also believe that this profession suits both men and women. We would prefer candidates who have knowledge of diabetes. **Merit:** Experience in similar work is desirable. **Other:** Upon employment, you are required to present a criminal record extract according to the Education Act (2010:800 2 chapter 31§). We encourage male applicants to balance the gender distribution within the workgroup. The position is a temporary employment of 85%, starting from January 7, 2026, to June 12, 2026, during the regular employee's parental leave. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. Therefore, the position may be filled before the application period has ended. We welcome your application!