Varhaiskasvatuksen kieli- ja kulttuuriopettaja

A permanent teaching position for a language and culture teacher in early childhood education is sought for the Leppävaara area in Espoo. Your task is to act as an expert in linguistically and culturally informed early childhood education and pre-school education in groups of children. You will participate in planning, documentation and evaluation of activities from the perspective of language- and culture-conscious early childhood education, and help maintain a dialogue that strengthens the quality of early education. Depending on arrangements, you may also participate in vasu/leops discussions with the group teacher. As a language- and culture teacher you have a real opportunity to influence the content and implementation of your work. In addition to developing the work, you will apply your expertise in collaboration with group staff. In addition to cooperation within the work community, cooperation with guardians also enriches your work. As a language- and culture teacher you will have the opportunity to collaborate with unit supervisors, broad educational special educators and other language- and culture teachers. In Leppävaara area, language- and culture teachers meet regularly with supervisors and leaders. Meetings aim to share competencies, experiences and ideas and to provide peer support. In addition to regional meetings, city-wide gatherings and trainings are organised. The work components are reviewed annually. The work unit is formed from Leppävaara’s day-care centres. In the 2026–2027 season the work unit will be Perkkaa day-care centre, which has two language- and culture teachers, enabling teacher pair-work at that work point. At the start of your work, you can determine your weekly schedule with your unit supervisor and the allocation of your work between different groups in the day-care centre. Your administrative supervisor is the director of Vermon day-care centre. We offer our mentoring programme to support you as you start your work as a teacher of early childhood education. Through the mentoring group you will become familiar with Espoo’s early childhood education and learn to recognise your strengths and competences. You will also gain material for your professional growth and well-being at work. You will have the opportunity to discuss with an experienced mentor the joys and challenges related to the early stages of your career, and you will also meet other early childhood education teachers who are starting out. Workplace name and address: Leppävaara area, Espoo. Working hours: 38 h 15 min/week. The job is permanent, starting 14 September 2026 or by agreement. We process applications and interview candidates during the application period. We will choose as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Apply as soon as possible! Eligibility: Qualification required by the Varhaiskasvatuslaki (540/2018). At least a Bachelor's degree in Education, including training as an early childhood education teacher, or a polytechnic degree in social and health (early childhood education) or an equivalent vocational qualification such as kindergarten teacher or social educator (Law 272/2005 and Decree 608/2005). Newly graduated early childhood education teachers are also considered. We require an active work approach and the ability to independently plan your work. The successful applicant must present a criminal background check as defined by the Police Act section 6.2. Tuberculosis risk assessment is required for those working with pre-school children. We value good interaction and teamwork skills and enthusiasm for developing language- and culture-aware early childhood education. Welcome to our team to grow a responsible and caring new generation! Espoon edelläkävijöiden - openness to innovation, skill to develop. Espoo government pledges openness, forward-looking development and competent leadership. We are building together a city where work has meaning and expertise is valued. We support your professional learning and development and work-life balance with flexible practices. Our operations are based on openness and trust, and we treat each other with respect. We are committed to promoting equality and welcome people of different ages, backgrounds and languages to our workforce. For questions about the job and the application process, contact the person providing more information about the job. For questions about special needs, contact keha.rekrytointi@espoo.fi. Read more: https://www.esitteemme.fi/espoonrekry/MailView/