Early Years Teacher

We invite you to begin your career in a city where early childhood education is continually developed, creativity thrives in daily life, and you have the opportunity to grow professionally. Espoo is looking for soon-to-graduate or final-year early childhood education students for varied temporary positions. The work can be tailored to your situation and may even become permanent depending on your studies. Roles are located across Espoo. In Espoo’s early childhood education you will join a developmental and collaborative work environment that encourages staff to innovate and try new ways of doing things. We provide the support, tools, and structures you need for your work, with a clear focus on efficient operations and leadership development. The organization uses an assistant/ deputy principal model to ensure good leadership resources and sufficient support for your work. Your team is supported by a broadly skilled special education teacher, language and culture teacher, and substitutes. Our workplaces foster a positive atmosphere through respectful interactions, collaboration, and clear team agreements. We value diverse, multi-professional teams and believe variety strengthens our work. We offer opportunities to grow and develop professionally, with engaging courses and practical continuing education. We hope you bring near-final studies in the field or a positive attitude, proactive approach, and motivation to learn. Individuals selected for the role must present a criminal record extract as required by law. The Tuberculosis Risk assessment for working with preschoolers is mandatory. Our work culture prizes respectful, individualized interactions with children and their families, good teamwork, open communication, and shared action. We welcome diverse backgrounds, ages, and languages as strengths. If you’re interested, apply and we’ll contact you to tailor a suitable work arrangement. Espoo’s future in early childhood education is built together. Welcome to join us!