INTERNATIONELLA ENGELSKA SKOLAN

Växjö

Internationella Engelska Skolan Växjö is a bilingual school with a safe and calm environment, where teachers can teach and students learn.

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ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Meet Our Staff

All of our staff pull together to create the best learning environment through the school.

Our teachers are recruited from all corners of the world, within Sweden and internationally, to find the most competent and best-equipped pedagogues for each subject. As up to 50% of our subjects are taught in English from year 5 we seek to provide native-speaking English teachers - these subjects are focused on Mathematics, Science, Aesthetics and of course English. One of our organizational policies is to have all graduating grade 9 students fully bilingual. To achieve this we gradually introduce English-speaking pedagogues already from grade 1.
The international compilation of staff helps to give the students a cultural width and perspective.

Leading the school

Management

Ben Owens

Principal

''I love education and seeing the opportunities and prospects it continually provides to the young people in my care''

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Mona Pfaus

Assistant Principal/DPCP

''Our school is characterized by a structured environment with clear expectations and with a focus on "growth mindset" (that everyone can develop and succeed). The international mix of staff gives our students a cultural breadth and perspective. Welcome to us - a door to the rest of the world.''

Administration / Librarian

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Maja Åkersson

Economist/Administrator

Adil Paratusic

IT-Representative/Caretaker

''Multi-tasking takes my creativity to the next level and makes the work day much easier!''

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Annika Predikaka

School Administrator/HR

''Meeting parents, students and staff in this international setting is so rewarding. You learn something new every day"

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Lucy Dao

Commmunications & Marketing Manager/ School Administrator

''I love working with marketing in education, especially here at IES Växjö. It brightens my day as seeing the young students' laughter and smile everyday.''

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Emmanuel Umoren

Librarian/IT Representative

''We are a goal-oriented school that strives for excellence in academics. All students are welcome in our library and their uniqueness is celebrated''

Alexandra Lejon

Receptionist/ Admin

Student Care

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Khushnum Stevens

Student Care Coordinator/Counselor

Amra Muhamedagic

Special Educator

''I am a part of the student care team, where my focus is on all children's right to education regardless of need.''

Jessica Klockare

School Nurse

Febe Degerman

Social pedagogue

Primary F - 3

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Gabriela Montiel Reyes

Primary/Spanish Teacher

"Working at IES gives you the opportunity to interact with teachers and students from many different backgrounds which has truly enriched my teaching experience and the students' learning process."

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Marija Kolevski

Primary Teacher F-3

"Kindness is the universal language that can be spoken by everyone".

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Berglind Matthiasdottir

Primary Teacher

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Haider Abbas

Teacher

''Meeting students every day at school is valuable to me! Supporting, guiding and seeing each one's needs are among my goals for future prepared students who can meet society's various demands and challenges. Together with my colleagues we build and prepare future heroes for a better future! My important messages are; Nothing is impossible, just believe in yourself!''

Elizabeta Antonov

F-class teacher

Aesthetics/Practical Subjects

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Tobias Söderholm

Music Teacher

''The best thing about the school is the students! We have many talented, ambitious and positive students at the school! The students make you want to do that “little extra” for them, like arranging student concerts.''

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Maja Henson

Art Teacher

"I believe that, through art, every student is able to learn more about themselves, history and the world around them."

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Oskar Sjömalm

Physical Education Teacher

''I believe that the significance of Physical Education in contemporary schools extends beyond merely fulfilling subject requirements and objectives. In today's sedentary society, it is truly remarkable that we provide all our students with dedicated time each week to engage in physical movement and exercise. I also aspire for our students to explore a diverse array of activities, as this will foster a lifelong dedication to training and maintaining good health.''

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Jean-Baptiste Nonet

French, Home Economics & Sciences Teacher/Mentor Y4

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Anna Görefält

Craft and Science teacher

English Department

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Tanya Hartzenberg

English, Maths, Science Teacher

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Mihaela Mistode

English Teacher/ Mentor 5A

Maths Department

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Tanya Hartzenberg

English, Maths, Science Teacher

Steven Milosevic

Head of Department Mathematics & Science/Academic Coordinator

After over two decades of teaching mathematics, my philosophy of teaching is simple; "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."

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Jacques Hartzenberg

Science, Maths Teacher

Science/NO Department

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Tanya Hartzenberg

English, Maths, Science Teacher

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Jean-Baptiste Nonet

French, Home Economics & Sciences Teacher/Mentor Y4

Steven Milosevic

Head of Department Mathematics & Science/Academic Coordinator

After over two decades of teaching mathematics, my philosophy of teaching is simple; "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."

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Jacques Hartzenberg

Science, Maths Teacher

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Anna Görefält

Craft and Science teacher

Social Science/SO Department

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Ioan Marghit

Head of Swedish and Social Science

"It's a privilege to be where learning happens"  

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Anders Lardin

HoD Swedish/SO/SVA/Swedish Teacher

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Liv Nilsson

Swedish, Social Sciences Teacher

''Education holds immense significance in shaping the future of all students, regardless of their background. As a teacher, I find it truly inspiring to be part of this mission at our international school.''

Swedish Team

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Ioan Marghit

Head of Swedish and Social Science

"It's a privilege to be where learning happens"  

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Anders Lardin

HoD Swedish/SO/SVA/Swedish Teacher

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Liv Nilsson

Swedish, Social Sciences Teacher

''Education holds immense significance in shaping the future of all students, regardless of their background. As a teacher, I find it truly inspiring to be part of this mission at our international school.''

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Albin Karlsson

Swedish/SVA Teacher

Modern Languages 6 - 7

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Daniela Franzke

German Teacher

"I am passionate about broadening students' horizons and cultivating an understanding and respect for multinational cultures through the teaching of languages."

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Jean-Baptiste Nonet

French, Home Economics & Sciences Teacher/Mentor Y4

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Gabriela Montiel Reyes

Primary/Spanish Teacher

"Working at IES gives you the opportunity to interact with teachers and students from many different backgrounds which has truly enriched my teaching experience and the students' learning process."

Fritids Team

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Manar Falah

Fritids Coach

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Leonard Nita

Fritids Coach

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Lina Hallak

Fritids Coach

''I love inspiring students to live life to the fullest by engaging in lots of exciting activities and staying active.''

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Victoria Nita

Fritids Coach

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Carina Bertilsson Svärd

Fritids Coach

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Seedan Correya

Activity Leader

Midori Maeyama

Fritids Teacher

Kitchen Team

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Saska Palifrova

Kitchen Assistant

"It is not knowledge that should come to you, it is you who should come to knowledge."

Mr AdMa

Kitchen Chef

Cleaning Team

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Maja Dimitrijevic

Cleaner