English teacher for grades 5-9

Welcome to our inspiring community at Gnesta Waldorf School!

About the school

The school is beautifully located on Gnestahöjden, a ten-minute walk from Gnesta train station, 40 minutes from Stockholm C. The head is a non-profit association founded in 1993. Gnesta is a growing municipality, and we are a modern Waldorf school that constantly grows and develops with just under 190 students from preschool class up to grade 9, along with after-school care.

Gnesta Waldorf School is characterized by a holistic view of the students that aims to develop the whole person – thought, feeling, and will. Some things that distinguish our pedagogy are that we work with cross-curricular thematic periods and aim to integrate creative activities such as art, crafts, and music into all school subjects.

Employment

The position is a permanent employment at 75-80% that begins with a probationary period of 6 months. Start date is August 10, 2025.

Job description

We are looking for someone who wants to lead the work in their subjects based on Waldorf pedagogy.

English in grades 5-9 and Swedish as a modern language

You will be part of a team that jointly works to ensure that students reach their highest potential.

As a subject teacher, you are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating the education of the students, both individually and together with colleagues, student health services, and school management. You should also promote good relationships with students, colleagues, and guardians through meetings and documentation.

Qualifications

• State teaching license or Waldorf teaching license.
• You are good at creating a creative environment for students, where play, nature experiences, and relationship building are a natural part of everyday life.
• You have the ability to arouse curiosity and wonder in your students.
• Interest in Waldorf pedagogy and the desire to develop as a teacher and a person.
• Several years of experience in the profession is meritorious but not a requirement.

Application

If you are ready to take on a challenge and make a positive difference in the lives of students, send your application consisting of a personal letter and your CV. Write "Application English teacher" in the subject line.

We look forward to welcoming a curious and committed teacher to our team and continuing our journey of shaping future generations.