Early Childhood Education Teacher

We are looking for one early childhood education teacher for the under-3 group at Lystilä Daycare in Vantaa. Working hours vary on weekdays from 06:00 to 17:10. The group includes one social educator and one nursery nurse; the daycare employs multiple early childhood education teachers, nursery nurses, and social educators. The role is part of a larger multidisciplinary team with a focus on group-based learning and strong cooperation. The position is permanent with start date negotiable. The employer emphasizes a positive, sensitive, innovative, flexible, and customer-oriented approach, and offers a welcoming professional atmosphere and opportunities for new ideas. The daycare is located near Jumbo shopping centre with good transport connections. Requirements include the teacher qualification for early childhood education; advantageous to have preschool education teaching qualifications and strong Finnish language skills. Pay follows the municipal education personnel collective agreement (OVTES) with monthly base pay 3129.46–3234.53 EUR, plus monthly supplements for certain degrees (15 EUR for eligible preschool qualification, 37.88 EUR for a masters in education) and experience-related increases of 3–8%. The job includes full-time work (38 h 15 min per week) with possible evening/night shifts compensated in money. The recruitment process may include a video interview. The role requires presenting a valid criminal background check and TB clearance for employees working with under-3s. Contact details for the daycare director and deputy director are provided. The city of Vantaa emphasizes equality and a positive atmosphere and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. Applications should be submitted through the recruitment system. The application window is Aug 7, 2026 to Aug 21, 2026 16:00.