The Center for Multilingualism works to ensure that students have the opportunity to receive instruction in their native language as well as academic support in the language they master best. The organization currently represents 38 different languages. We collaborate with both municipal and independent schools, from preschool through upper secondary education.
Students who have at least one guardian with a native language other than Swedish have the opportunity to study their language as a school subject. Through native language instruction, students strengthen their multilingualism, develop their identity, and build pride in their language and background.
We are now recruiting a native language teacher in Saurashtra!
Employment Information
This position is a fixed-term part-time appointment at 5%. Planned start date August 17, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
Your Responsibilities
Working as a native language teacher is a dynamic and varied role where student enrollment guides planning. You visit different schools throughout the municipality—both centrally and in outlying areas—to meet students in their school environment.
Your responsibilities may include:
• Native language instruction
• Academic support in the native language
• Distance teaching and remote support
• Language support initiatives in collaboration with the Welcome Unit Hej Umeå
Academic support means you assist students in grades 1–9 and in the Language Introduction program at upper secondary school. Support can take place before, during, or after regular class time. You work closely with the mentor and subject teachers, who are responsible for planning, while you provide support in the native language to strengthen students' academic development.
Support may be provided to the Hej Umeå Welcome Unit in receiving newly arrived students, for example through information meetings and needs assessments.
About You
We seek someone who is creative, self-directed, and flexible, and who thrives in a dynamic work environment. You are curious and have a strong desire to both contribute to development and develop yourself. As a person, you build good relationships easily with students, guardians, and colleagues. You have strong collaboration skills, are attentive, and can communicate and handle various situations in a constructive and solution-focused manner. You take responsibility for your tasks and treat others in an accommodating and respectful way. We place great importance on your personal suitability.
Requirements
• Saurashtra as your native language with documented proficiency
• Approved Swedish B/Swedish 2
• Good digital skills
• Teacher education, Swedish or foreign—alternatively other pedagogical experience
• Valid extract from the criminal record register, as required by the Act on Suitability Assessment
Meritorious
• Knowledge of additional languages
Please attach your CV and any cover letter written in Swedish, as well as any teaching credentials.
Together we contribute to students' language development. We welcome your application!
About Umeå Municipality
Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 dedicated employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to help Umeå grow with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Working with us, you will be part of important societal assignments where you contribute to Umeå remaining safe, secure, and fun.
Umeå is northern Sweden's largest city with a rich range of experiences and opportunities. We are an association and cultural hub that offers a richer life outside of work as well. You can learn what it's like to live and work in Umeå here: Flytta - Umeå kommun
We are growing and may be looking for just you? Want more? We offer good terms, excellent benefits, and strong development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as work that matters to everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.The Center for Multilingualism works to ensure that students have the opportunity to receive instruction in their native language as well as academic support in the language they master best. The organization currently represents 38 different languages. We collaborate with both municipal and independent schools, from preschool through upper secondary education.
Students who have at least one guardian with a native language other than Swedish have the opportunity to study their language as a school subject. Through native language instruction, students strengthen their multilingualism,…