Early Childhood Education Teacher

We are seeking an early childhood education teacher for a permanent position at Koivumankka Day Care Centre in the Tapiola area. Our day care centre operates five groups, and in the coming term, you will work in the 2-4-year-olds group. Your team members will be another early childhood education teacher and a childcare worker. Koivumankka Day Care Centre is located in the lush and culturally rich area of Tapiola, where nature, parks, and safe playgrounds are right next door. The area provides an excellent setting for pedagogical work: forest excursions, proximity to museums and the cultural centre, and a peaceful environment support children's learning and well-being as well as the teacher's work capacity. The metro station and bus stops are located near the day care centre. The day care centre is a community-oriented and warm place where collaborative action is visible in daily life. Our day care centre also has a parents' association. In our day care centre, we emphasize presence with children and the well-being of both children and adults. It is important to us that every employee can do their work trusting that their own expertise is valued. We believe in compassionate interaction and that the best ideas are born in an atmosphere where it is permitted to experiment, succeed, and learn. Our staff is united by strong professionalism, commitment, and an understanding of the significance of early childhood education work. As an early childhood education teacher, you will be responsible for your group's pedagogy as well as the planning, evaluation, and development of activities. We work sensitively and according to the principles of positive pedagogy. If these things inspire you, we want to hear from you soon. Recent graduates are also an excellent fit for the position - you will receive support, orientation, and encouragement from the entire work community. We offer the support of our mentoring program when you start your work as an early childhood education teacher. With the support of the mentoring group, you will become familiar with early childhood education in Espoo and learn to identify your own strengths and expertise. At the same time, you will gain materials for your own professional growth and occupational well-being. You will be able to discuss the joys and challenges related to the early stages of your career with an experienced mentor and get to know other colleagues starting as early childhood education teachers. Workplace name and address: Koivumankka Day Care Centre, Koivukeppi 2, 02130 Espoo Working hours: 38 h 15 min/week The position is permanent starting 21.08.2026. We process applications and interview candidates during the application period. We will make a selection as soon as a qualified and suitable person is found. Please apply as soon as possible! This workplace is accessible. Eligibility requirement: Eligibility according to the Early Childhood Education Act (540/2018). At least a Bachelor of Education degree that includes early childhood education teacher training, or a university of applied sciences degree in social and health care (early childhood education), or a previous equivalent college-level degree, e.g., a kindergarten teacher or social educator degree (Act 272/2005 and Decree no. 608/2005). Early childhood education teachers who are about to graduate will also be considered. We require good teamwork and interaction skills as well as a responsible approach to work. The person selected for the position must present a criminal record extract as referred to in Section 6.2 of the Criminal Records Act. The Communicable Diseases Act requires the clarification of tuberculosis infection risk for those working with children under school age. We value good social and interaction skills, not forgetting humor. We value the ability to meet children and their parents individually, appreciatively, and sensitively. We also value good teamwork skills and the enthusiasm to continuously develop our day care centre's operations. Welcome to join us in raising a responsible and caring new generation! Espoo of Pioneers - courage to innovate, skill to develop Espoo is a city of pioneers. Our employer promise - courage to innovate, skill to develop - is reflected in our daily work as smooth operations, long-term development of expertise, and smart management. Together we are building a city where the meaning of work is clear and expertise is valued. We support your professional learning and development, as well as the reconciliation of work and other life through flexible practices. Our operations are based on openness and trust, and we treat each other with respect. We are committed to promoting equality and hope for experts of different ages, backgrounds, and languages in our work community.