Early Childhood Education Teacher

About This Role

This early childhood education teacher role is for a small group at the Viola-Violanpuisto early childhood education unit. The position suits a pedagogically skilled, enthusiastic, and sensitive teacher who wants to strengthen the quality of the pedagogy in a joyful and collaborative work community.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop the operating culture and learning environment of the child group
• Plan, implement, develop, and evaluate pedagogical activities
• Support children's individual learning in accordance with the Helsinki early childhood education and pre-primary education curriculum, the early childhood education unit's action plan, and the child's individual early childhood education plan

Requirements

• Eligibility according to the Early Childhood Education Act (540/2018) or, according to the transitional provision (75), a Bachelor's degree in Education (early childhood education teacher), a suitable university of applied sciences degree, or an earlier equivalent college-level degree, e.g., a kindergarten teacher or social educator degree (Act 272/2005 and Decree No. 608/2005)
• Recognition decision by the Finnish National Agency for Education based on foreign education for eligibility for the position applied for
• Good oral and written Finnish language skills
• Present a valid criminal record extract for working with children (504/2002)
• Respiratory tuberculosis clearance for those working with children under school age (Communicable Diseases Act - 55)

Benefits

• Diverse opportunities to grow and develop professionally
• Personnel benefits from Finland's largest employer, including an Epassi Flex benefit of up to 550 euros for commuting, culture, sports, and well-being services

Important Details

• Team: Committed and enthusiastic colleagues

About the Company

The employer is committed to making an impact for a good life in Helsinki. They emphasize the importance of emotional and interaction skills, strengthening literacy, and understanding the importance of play. The staff is committed to agreed-upon values and practices, working in small groups, listening to children, and wondering and pondering the world together. They actively cooperate with Stadin ammattiopisto and the University of Helsinki.