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Internationella Engelska Skolan (IES) is a leading independent school group with academic results far above average and a diverse and energetic staff. Teaching is in both Swedish and English, and the hallways are bilingual. The language of meetings and communication amongst the staff is English.

IES is one of Sweden's largest school groups at compulsory school level with 48 schools and around 32,000 students across the country. IES has grown steadily and maintained quality since 1993.

N.B. Prior to any offer of employment at IES, a criminal background check is required for all applicants. In Sweden, this is an extract from belastningsregistret from Polismyndigheten and from abroad, this is a record extract from an equivalent police governing body. 

Job Description: School Librarian We are currently seeking a Librarian for a one-year parental leave cover at our F-9 school in the Charlottendal area of Värmdö, beginning in March 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to continue developing an already well-established library.  As the school librarian you are responsible for leading the school’s library and ensuring it is integrated into the school’s pedagogical organisation. You will work with different methods to strengthen students' reading, through both your own lessons and initiatives as well as in cooperation with teaching and fritids staff. This includes for example class library visits, literature presentations, book exchanges, celebrating literary holidays, along with other activities that build a love for reading. As the school librarian you will also work pedagogically with information technology and digital competency. This includes teaching in source criticism and internet awareness. Our library has a regular visit schedule for all classes as well as daily lunch open-hours. As the school librarian you will also work to support the school’s values work by working with various groups, promoting books related to the school’s values work, and supporting students in need of various adjustments. You will be led and supported by the Academic Manager and will have weekly meetings together. You will also be a part of the IES librarian network and will have ongoing support from the Librarian Coordinator. Who are you? - You have a degree in library and information science, or a related education that the school deems as equivalent.  - You have a good knowledge of children and young adult literature as well as knowledge of how to promote a love for reading.  - You have good knowledge of information sourcing, source criticism, and digital technology usage. - You believe in the IES Ethos and principles that high expectations, bilingualism, and a calm safe learning environment are best for every student's learning and school environment.  - You can take initiative and work independently while also having a strong ability to cooperate with others.  - You feel comfortable teaching and presenting for students from age 6 to 16. - As we are committed to offering a bilingual environment, you must be fluent in both Swedish and English. We offer: - A warm, supportive working environment with an international culture - A strong school leadership team and award-winning teachers - Friskvårdsbidrag worth 1000 SEK per calendar year - Opportunities for professional development