Special Education Teacher for Nordhem School, Adapted Primary School, Grades 7-9

**Description** We are currently seeking a special education teacher for an adapted compulsory school to teach subject areas for grades 7-9. Nordhemsskolan 2-9 is a historic school located in the heart of Linnéstaden, just the right distance from the city and Slottsskogen. It is easily accessible via tram and bus networks that converge at Järntorget, just north of the school. The school has just over 800 students, around 200 of whom are in the lower and middle school grades. Nordhemsskolan is committed to learning with a focus on quality teaching in a safe environment. The school comprises a compulsory school and an adapted compulsory school, led by a team consisting of a principal, three vice principals, and over 110 staff members. Nordhemsskolan employs PALS – a school-wide approach based on relationship-building, clarity, and structure in both preventative and immediate interventions. **Responsibilities** As a special education teacher focusing on intellectual disabilities, you will teach in the adapted compulsory school's subject areas for grades 7-9. You will be responsible for planning, implementation, assessment, and documentation in accordance with Lgra22. You will be part of a collaborative team and will work closely with other teachers and student assistants. You are expected to take significant responsibility for ensuring that students have the opportunity to develop into independent learners based on their individual capabilities. You will be responsible for executing planned measures and participating in follow-up and evaluation. **Qualifications** We are looking for a qualified and certified special education teacher with a focus on intellectual disabilities. Additionally, you must have the authority to teach in an adapted compulsory school for grades 7-9 in subject areas. Previous experience as a special education teacher is an advantage. Experience working in an adapted compulsory school as well as advanced knowledge in AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) and experience working with students who have an intellectual disability combined with autism are also merits. Interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate are essential characteristics, as your role involves close cooperation with students, guardians, other staff, and the principal. We seek someone who is solution-focused and sees opportunities in changes. You work to ensure that each student receives the support they need. You communicate information and ideas clearly both orally and in writing, ensuring that your message is effectively conveyed. You adapt your communication according to the audience, target group, and situation. We welcome your application! For this recruitment, we will not require a personal letter as an application document. Instead, you will be asked to answer a series of questions describing your qualifications in the requested area. **Additional Information** As an employee in our department, you will be offered various benefits including wellness grants, bike benefits, and employee support. According to the Education Act, a criminal record extract must be presented before individuals are employed within preschool activities, schools, and student care. You can order this from the Police website. In preparation for this recruitment, we have decided on our recruitment channels, and therefore, we kindly decline any further offers of recruitment services, advertising, and recruitment assistance. We only accept applications via our recruitment system in accordance with GDPR. **About Us** We are shaping the future in Gothenburg – one lesson at a time. Every weekday, thousands of children and young people meet in our schools – with them, we shape the future of Gothenburg. In the compulsory school administration, we are 10,000 dedicated employees working together to ensure that all students can succeed and grow, regardless of their background or circumstances. You play an important role in creating an equitable school of high quality, where you can both develop personally and contribute to the development of the organization. Together with your colleagues, you build knowledge, community, and a belief in the future. With us, you can truly make a difference. The Gothenburg compulsory school administration is responsible for nearly 140 municipal schools in the city, from preschool to grade 9, adapted compulsory schools, leisure centers, and cultural schools. Welcome to work close to the forest, the city, or the sea. We are Gothenburg.