Varhaiskasvatuksen erityisopettaja

Are you excited by children and activities, and by supporting each child’s development? We are looking for a preschool special education professional to join Hämeenlinna. As a special education teacher at our day care, you will develop and strengthen an inclusive culture that emphasises child participation. You will participate in assessing, implementing, and planning child support. Your work includes strengthening staff competencies in support matters. You will be part of Hämeenlinna city’s early childhood education team, and you will receive support from colleagues who are passionate about their work. You have good interaction skills, enjoy working together, and foster a positive atmosphere. We hope applicants come from diverse backgrounds. You will need strong Finnish written and spoken skills. We offer you friendly colleagues, a team where everyone can be themselves, opportunities to grow to top expertise in your field, meaningful work with impact, supportive leadership for your career, wellness services, Epassin wellness balance, extensive staff wellness and sports benefits, and a development‑oriented work culture. The City of Hämeenlinna values diversity and equality, and we encourage applicants from varied backgrounds. This recruitment is conducted as anonymous recruitment to promote equality. Apply as soon as possible, but no later than 30.08.2026. Contact: Eija Vikman (eija.vikman@hmledu.fi, 050 5091588). Salary: minimum task-based pay of 3239.15 €/month plus experience-based collective agreement bonuses. Qualifications: qualified in accordance with the National Core Curriculum for Early Childhood Education. An accompanying police background check and TB status verification for under-school-age children are required in the application phase. Trial period: 5 months. Location: Lammi, Hämeenlinna.