(edit title) Should I take the job? Immigration question Options

[4hit wonder]

The company I work for is recruiting for a position in Sweden. I really like the idea of living in a country where I can be more proud of what my taxes are paying for, however, I am concerned that my wife will have trouble translating her teaching career there. She has a Masters degree in education and 8 years of experience teaching elementary school here in America. Can anyone help me understand what she can expect?

[skogsbo]

others can quote in more detail on education etc. But as for motive you really need to know that the things you enjoy in live are more available in Sweden. Generally life in Sweden is a little quieter, less rushed and less materialistic. But, what is best, depends on you and your lifestyle now.

[johnjohn]

She will have difficulty in transferring her qualifications without being fluent in Swedish. There are many comments on this topic. Use the search option in this forum and good luck.

[Svensksmith]

I had a Masters and 19 years experience and quickly realized that I needed to be fluent in Swedish (a 2 to 3 year proposition) in order to be employed as a teacher. Loved Sweden, though.

[4hit wonder]

So is fluency in Swedish the main barrier? If so, that's great. We always assumed that would be a requirement. I was mainly worried that they would say her licence would not apply and she would have to take courses there in order to become legally elligible to teach.

[serverax]

man you should 1st if her qualification will be accepted

[Yorkshireman]

There are a number of English speaking schools in Sweden. I suggest You contact them directly just to find out what qualifications they would require, even if they don't have any openings it will give You the initial view of potential teaching possibilities for Your wife

http://sweden.usembassy.gov/consulate/acs13_3.html

[Optimistic]

She doesn't need to be fluent in Swedish if she works at an International School (as they are free schools and often teach in English) although I know that the regulations are changing in the next few years and I don't know if free schools will be getting an exemption. Experienced teachers are always welcome at the International Schools but timing as a lot to do with getting a job.