Early Years Teacher

Are you looking for a better job? Join the City of Oulu's early childhood education. We are known for supportive colleagues and leaders, opportunities for development and training, and the chance to participate in job rotations. We strive at the forefront of national development and aim to build a child-friendly culture in Oulu. This vacancy is for a permanent position as a Early Years Teacher at Välkkylä Daycare, starting in the early education group with children over the age of three. Qualifications include eligibility to teach early childhood education under the Early Childhood Education Act (540/2018) and studies providing professional readiness in early childhood education; or a degree in Social Services and Health Care with at least 60 study credits focusing on early childhood education and social pedagogy. Additionally, eligibility for kindergarten teaching (792/1998, section 7) is required. The wage for the position is determined by the pay scale and levels of expertise and responsibility, ranging from 2929.39 € to 3042.60 € per month. Before starting, the selected candidate must present a police certificate of criminal background for those working with children, and a health proof regarding air-borne infections as required by health regulations. The job includes a six-month probationary period. Applications are primarily via electronic form. If electronic submission is not possible, send the application to Oulun kaupungin kirjaamo, PL 71, 90015 Oulun kaupunki, visiting address Kansankatu 55A. The written application must include the task-specific diary number OUKA/10889/2026 and must be received by 28 August 2026 at 16:15.