Teacher for our French section at the European School Copenhagen (leave cover)

Would you like to help shape and develop a diverse and exciting international school environment?
Are you passionate about teaching at a European School?
Then come join our team at the European School Copenhagen (ESCPH)! We are hiring a full time leave cover for our French section to be the class teacher of our primary 4 (ages 9-10). The position will start on December 1st and run for approx. a year.

    We are looking for a teacher who

• has teaching qualification
• is fluent French speaker or have mother tongue proficiency
• can speak English at a professional level as this is our common collaboration language
• has experience in teaching in relevant subjects on the year level and the ability to differentiate, supporting each child to fulfil their potential
• will show outstanding commitment and ability to engage students and assist in developing their social, creative and personal skills
• has strong classroom management. 

The ideal candidates will have

• experience in supporting student wellbeing and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where all children feel safe, valued and able to succeed
• proven experience in managing more challenging classroom dynamics and supporting students with a range of behavioural needs, using consistent, positive and effective behaviour-management strategies
• experience in intercultural education and skills to assist pupils in navigating an international, culturally diverse environment
• strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively across disciplines, including with pedagogical experts and municipal support functions
• a passion for strengthening the French community in collaboration with the section and the French community in Copenhagen.

About the school
European School Copenhagen (ESCPH) is a public, international school under the Municipality of Copenhagen and the only of its kind in Denmark. The school has three language sections: English, French, and Danish, spanning from Nursery, Primary 1-5 and Secondary 1-7 with a total of around 1000 students.

ESCPH is an accredited school within the established European School system and as such offers a European education combining the rigorous educational requirements for European Schools with Danish school culture and working guidelines.

We offer

• a dynamic work environment where you can participate in the development of our school
• a management culture of cooperation, dialogue and trust, and inclusion of employees and parents
• a collaborative working environment with dedicated colleagues from various countries
• training opportunities.

Job start December 1st 2026. Salary and employment conditions in accordance with relevant collective agreements. The City of Copenhagen perceives diversity as a resource and appreciates that each employee contributes with his or her particular background, personality, competences and skills.

For more information about the school, please visit: www.escph.dk. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Head of Primary Rikke Groth Nielsen, tel. +45 21 54 88 81, email: [email protected] before October 2nd.

Please address your application to Head of Primary Rikke Groth Nielsen by submitting it online via the link.

The application deadline is Sunday October 18th 2026
Interviews will be held in week 44.