Teaching Assistant at Tallbacka School

School Description Tallbacka School is a primary school (grades F-6) with approximately 300 students, including an after-school program and two preparatory classes, located in a residential area between Gällivare and Malmberget. At Tallbacka School, we work with parts of the Gällivare model, which means that in grades 1-2, each class has a lead teacher and a class mentor. In grades 3-6, a lead teacher works with support from a class mentor who may be assigned to one or more classes. The central student health services are located on-site, and students have access to a school counselor, school nurse, 2 special education teachers, school psychologist, and principals. The after-school program complements the school, developing students' abilities through various forms of expression and based on students' interests. Job Responsibilities As a teaching assistant, you will be involved in planning the students' school day. You will be part of the class team and work closely with mentors, student health services, and after-school staff to plan and implement instruction that creates a good learning environment for students. You will provide support and guidance to students, stimulating those with special needs to learn, develop, and become independent. Collaboration with guardians is important, and you will engage in dialogue about students' learning and development. Qualifications We are seeking candidates with at least high school qualifications who have a present and attentive approach to students' diverse needs, are clear leaders, and have good collaboration skills. You should be independent, responsible, and able to take initiative. Personal suitability will be given significant weight. A police background check is required for employment. As part of the national minority language law, Gällivare municipality is an administrative district for Sami, Meänkieli, and Finnish. Knowledge of any of these languages is meritorious when applying for positions in Gällivare municipality. Working Hours/Duration Full-time, permanent position, probationary period may be applied. Salary Monthly salary, individual salary setting applies – please indicate salary expectations in your application. Application / Start Date Please include a CV with your application. Original documents will be requested when prompted. Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis. Start Date: January 8, 2026, or by agreement. Application Deadline: November 26, 2025. Contact Information Principal Maria Isaksson, Tel 558 0970-818 Deputy Principal Maria Ryngmark, Tel 0970-818 345 Recruiter Ann-Louise Johansson, 076 137 80 78 Union Representatives Kommunal, Tel: 010-4429919, [email protected] Additional Benefits Gällivare municipality offers: • Wellness benefit including strength training/group exercise/Dundret • Wellness hour • Participation in workplace social fund • Membership in GKFF (Gällivare Municipal Leisure Association) Warm welcome to apply!