About this role
2 Temporary Preschool Teachers at 100% with a start date of January 7, 2026, or as agreed. 6 months with the possibility of extension.
Job Responsibilities
We are looking for individuals who want to join us in continuing to make our preschool even better!
Jägarvallen is a preschool accommodating 108 children. Our preschool is an inspiring workplace where we focus on the child. We work process-oriented to make children's learning visible and use pedagogical documentation as a tool. We believe that all children can and want to learn and that they should be in an environment where they have the opportunity to use and develop their skills.
We strongly emphasize collaboration and everyone's opportunity for participation, both children and educators. The preschool's learning environments are important; they are dynamic and open, contributing to a joyful and challenging education.
You are expected to develop trusting relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Through shared collegial reflections, we engage with each other's thoughts and grow in our profession.
For us, it is important that you, who wish to work as a preschool teacher with us, feel curiosity about your role.
Qualifications
Requirements
• You are a licensed preschool teacher.
• You have good knowledge of the Swedish language and express yourself well in both speech and writing.
• Previous professional experience in preschool.
Meritorious
• Knowledge of the preschool's governing documents and the ability to implement them in daily work.
• Computer proficiency.
We are looking for you...
We are looking for someone who, with creativity and pedagogical insight, wants to help create an inspiring learning environment for the children. You have a natural ability to build good relationships with both children, colleagues, and guardians, and you see collaboration as an important part of the pedagogical work.
As a co-researching educator, you meet children's curiosity with engagement and a desire to explore together. You are proactive and confident in your leadership, taking responsibility for driving the operations forward and contributing to a safe, enjoyable, and educational daily life. With sound judgment and a reflective approach, you make wise decisions in daily work and contribute to positive development for both children and the team.
Application Deadline: December 26, 2026
Recruitment Process
In this recruitment, we will ask you for an extract from the criminal record register.
Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis. We ask that you attach your CV and cover letter to your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be submitted at this stage; we will request them if you are invited for an interview.
Östersund Municipality has considered the choice of advertising channels before posting this advertisement and therefore requests no calls from recruitment firms or ad sellers.
What do we offer?
Östersund Municipality offers benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation exchange, wellness grants, or wellness hours. Through our benefits portal, you can access independent pension advice and a variety of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Employee Support service. You can read more about our benefits on our website: https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html
About the Department of Children and Education
Change the world for real! Working with all children and youth in Östersund means being part of building society and changing our world, both globally and locally. It is important. For real. Here we work with preschool, primary school, and adapted primary school.