About the role
SFI teachers teach Swedish for immigrants and often have a teaching degree with a specialization in Swedish as a second language. They work at adult education centers or within other educational institutions that offer SFI courses. Their role is to promote language learning and cultural understanding for newcomers.Responsibilities
SFI teachers plan and conduct teaching tailored to the students' different prior knowledge and needs. They assess the students' language development and provide support in the learning process. Creating an inclusive and motivating study environment is a central part of their work.Skills and tools
SFI teachers need good knowledge of Swedish and pedagogy as well as an understanding of intercultural communication. They use digital tools for language learning and various pedagogical methods. Empathy, patience, and the ability to inspire are important qualities in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are utvecklingsarbete, fordonsteknik and pedagogiskt utvecklingsarbete.