Teacher in the Vehicle and Transport Program at Finnveden Gymnasium

Are you looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference? We are currently seeking more dedicated employees who want to help shape the future of Värnamo. With us, you will work with a focus on people, creating a workday that is valuable both for you and for our citizens. **Description** Welcome to apply for the position of teacher in the practical courses of the Vehicle and Transport Program at Finnvedens Gymnasium in Värnamo. Finnvedens Gymnasium is a municipal upper secondary school with approximately 1,200 students and 12 national programs. The school is organized into program teams where each team collaborates for the benefit of the students in the program. **Responsibilities** The main responsibilities include teaching the practical courses/subjects in the Vehicle and Transport Program, where part of the instruction is theoretical. You will teach the foundational subjects included in the first year of the Vehicle and Transport Program and the passenger car specialization. Other significant tasks include acquiring and following up on workplace learning placements, having certain institutional responsibilities, supervising graduation projects, and participating in program teams. Mentorship for a group of students is part of the role, which means you will monitor students' well-being, attendance, and academic results in close collaboration with other staff. The role also includes documenting and assessing students' development in accordance with the school's routines and governing documents. You will use digital tools as a natural part of teaching and daily work. **Qualifications** We are primarily looking for someone who is a certified vocational teacher in the vehicle subjects at the upper secondary level. Regardless of whether you are a certified vocational teacher or not, we want you to have strong industry knowledge in both theory and practice, and we are looking for candidates with experience working as a passenger car mechanic, heavy mechanic, or machine mechanic. You should have solid professional experience in the automotive industry and a good understanding of how students learn—both theoretically and practically. To work with us, you need to be solution-focused, have strong collaboration skills, and be adaptable. It is crucial that you can translate your strong subject and professional knowledge into individual students' learning, as well as have the ability to adapt and create tailored solutions for our students who have different conditions for acquiring knowledge. Additionally, you should be positive and see opportunities instead of obstacles, as the job demands your ability to build trusting relationships with students. To thrive and function well in the organization, you should be able to collaborate closely with your colleagues. We place great importance on personal suitability. Depending on the needs of the organization and your qualifications, teaching in other programs and specializations may become relevant. A valid driver's license (B) is required. **Conditions** We are working with ongoing selection and interviews. The position will be filled subject to the necessary decisions being made. Start date to be agreed upon. The Department of Children and Education. Our department is responsible for preschools, primary schools, upper secondary schools, adult education, and cultural schools in the municipality. Together, we educate 7,500 children and students in a safe and inspiring environment where they can grow and develop. Read more about us at: https://kommun.varnamo.se/kommun-och-politik/kommunens-organisation/forvaltningar/barn--och-utbildningsforvaltningen.html Värnamo Municipality, the community with a big heart, located in the heart of Småland. We are a central part of the strong growth region characterized by the Gnosjö spirit and high employment. Here, there is a spirit of constant movement and big visions for the future. We highlight both big and small successes, which strengthens pride and community for everyone who lives here. As an employee with us, you have a focus on people and create value for both yourself and the citizens, while contributing to making Värnamo an even better place to live and grow. Read more about us at: http://www.varnamo.se/