Full-Time Subject Teacher for Home Economics and Health Education

We are seeking a FULL-TIME SUBJECT TEACHER FOR BASIC EDUCATION (HOME ECONOMICS AND HEALTH EDUCATION) for a fixed-term substitute position from 7 January to 5 June 2027. The subjects taught are home economics and health education. At the beginning of the employment, the position will be based at Vehkalahti School. In addition to professional skills, we hope applicants have a student-centred approach, the ability to work as part of a team, skill in differentiating instruction and command of positive pedagogy. The successful candidate will teach home economics and health education in grades 7–9. The position also includes serving as a class advisor. Eligibility requirements are determined by the decree on the qualification requirements for teaching personnel (986/98). Eligibility as a subject teacher in basic education is required in both home economics and health education. You will find a pleasant working community and skilled colleagues who are enthusiastic about development. Hamina City offers you a stable job in a responsible environment, where you can join our multidisciplinary team of experts and do meaningful work for local residents. Hamina City is a smoke-free workplace. The terms of employment and pay are determined by OVTES. The position has a two-month probationary period. Applications must be submitted electronically at www.kuntarekry.fi or by post to Hamina City, Registry, P.O. Box 70, 49401 Hamina, by 28 October 2026 at 15:00. Before the start of employment, the selected candidate must provide the employer with an acceptable statement of health and a criminal record extract in accordance with the Act on Checking the Criminal Background of Persons Working with Children (504/2002). For further information, contact Vehkalahti School principal Anssi Kukkanen, tel. 040-835 1537, anssi.kukkanen@koulut.hamina.fi. Come work in Hamina—a world-class small town! www.kuntarekry.fi/fi/tyonantajat/haminan-kaupunki/ Employment: Public-service employment relationship Pay: Other, according to OVTES Working time: Day work Number of positions: 1