About this role
Jönköping Municipality is a large employer with hundreds of different professional roles. We are growing in line with the municipality's development, with more residents, more housing, and a broader range of services. We are always on the lookout for new talent – employees from diverse backgrounds and experiences, united by the common drive to create a better municipality for visiting, living, working, and residing.
Do you want one of the most important and enjoyable roles available? With us, you will inspire joyful learning – every day, all the way.
We call it the joy of learning.
Your new job
We are currently looking for a physical education teacher for Torpaskolan. In your role as a teacher with us, you will work towards the goal of ensuring that all students feel safe, achieve their learning objectives, develop as individuals, and experience a sense of belonging in school.
Welcome to us
Torpaskolan is located in the southern district of Jönköping. We are a three-parallel school from preschool to grade 6, with approximately 500 students. The school is organized into teams where teachers from various professional categories work together with students throughout the school day. Each team is associated with an after-school care program located within the school's premises. Currently, around 75 employees work closely with the students at Torpaskolan. The strength of our school lies in our competent and engaged teachers who focus on knowledge, learning, and safety while placing great importance on core values.
Feel free to read more about Torpaskolan on our website.
https://www.jonkoping.se/naringslivarbete/jobbaijonkopingskommun.4.74fef9ab15548f0b8001425.html
Your qualifications
We are looking for a certified teacher with the qualifications to teach physical education and health. You have a genuine commitment to the subject and recognize the value of promoting students' joy of movement, health, and self-esteem. You are a confident and clear leader who creates an inclusive and motivating environment where students feel seen and encouraged to develop – both physically and socially.
In your role, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and following up on the education based on the curriculum and other governing documents. You will work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues in the team to create meaningful and developmental teaching for the students. You possess a good ability to assess and document students' knowledge development, utilizing digital tools as a natural part of your work.
You are communicative and easily build positive relationships with students, guardians, and colleagues. You appreciate the strength of collaboration and actively contribute to a positive work environment where comfort, safety, and a conducive learning atmosphere are prioritized. As a mentor, you are an important adult for the students, supporting them in their progress both academically and socially.
We place great emphasis on personal suitability and are looking for someone who is flexible, structured, and has a solution-focused approach. You work strategically to achieve high goal fulfillment and have a strong ability to adapt teaching to meet the individual needs and circumstances of the students.
Good to know
To facilitate the recruitment process, we ask you to attach relevant certificates and grades for the position you are applying for. Please note that school law requires all employees to present a copy of their criminal record extract.
https://polisen.se/tjanster-tillstand/belastningsregistret/skola-eller-forskola/
Selection and interviews may occur before the application period has ended.
Want to know more?
Feel free to contact one of the listed contacts in the advertisement or find a union representative via the link below.
https://www.jonkoping.se/fackligaubf
Together, we make Jönköping Municipality better – for everyone. With us, you will gain more than just a job. We welcome you to apply for the position of teacher at Torpaskolan.
Jönköping Municipality strives to offer an attractive workplace free from discrimination and providing equal opportunities for all.
In preparation for the recruitment process, we have made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. Therefore, we kindly but firmly decline all inquiries regarding advertising and recruitment assistance.