Varhaiskasvatuksen erityisopettaja tai opiskelija, jatkuva haku

We provide the opportunity to be part of a courageously reforming early childhood education, where a proactive approach, positive pedagogy and strong training opportunities make work meaningful and inspiring. We are now seeking early childhood education special educators as well as students for substitute roles in Espoo in various locations. The role can be tailored to your situation—potentially leading to permanent employment depending on progress in studies. You will work with a skilled multidisciplinary team including broad-spectrum special educators, language and culture teachers, and coordinators of early special education. The coordinators of early special education develop and coordinate support arrangements with the area manager for each service area and hold regular regional meetings for the broad-based special educators. Your work is supported by encouraging and professional leadership, clear day-to-day structures, and a positive team spirit. We have thoughtfully planned smooth workflows and invested in leadership development so every employee gets enough support. In Espoo early childhood education we also offer our mentoring program to support you as you start. The mentoring group will help you become familiar with Espoo’s early education, identify your strengths and competencies, support professional growth and wellbeing, and provide a space to discuss joys and challenges with an experienced mentor. We would especially value near-completion of your field studies and a positive attitude, proactive approach, and motivation to learn. We also value commitment to an equitable and inclusive culture in early childhood education, where every child can grow as themselves. We also emphasize meeting children and their families individually, respectfully and sensitively, along with strong teamwork, humor, and resourcefulness in daily moments. Our diverse staff benefits are available depending on the length of your employment: we promote the use of public transport with travel cards, support you in physical activity and cultural interests, and provide free physical activity groups and pool visits. Interested? Join us in educating Espoo’s children! Submit your application through this search and we will get in touch to arrange a suitable work arrangement for you. Welcome to our team to grow a responsible and caring new generation! The job site name and address: Finnish-language early childhood education. Working time: 38 h 15 min per week or by agreement. Employment relationship: Municipal teaching staff collective agreement (OVTES). Eligibility: according to the Varhaiskasvatuslaki (540/2018) and qualifications for preschool teaching; additionally, studies providing professional competence for early childhood special education; or a Master of Educational Sciences with emphasis on special pedagogy (early years special education). Final applicants may be recent graduates in early childhood education special education. We hope you have recently completed your studies or are near completion, with a positive attitude, active work approach and motivation to learn. A criminal record extract must be presented. Tuberculosis screening is required for those working with pre-school children. We value the ability to meet children and their families individually, respectfully and sensitively, as well as strong teamwork, humor and ingenuity. Welcome to our team to grow a responsible and caring new generation! Espoo’s forward-looking city — courage to renew, skill to develop — is visible in daily work, and in long-term professional development and prudent leadership. We support your professional learning and work-life balance with flexible practices. Our operations are based on openness and trust, and we value equality and appreciate colleagues with different backgrounds, experiences and languages. For questions about the role or the recruitment process, contact the person providing more information about the job. For special-needs inquiries, contact keha.rekrytointi@espoo.fi. Read more: https://www.esitteemme.fi/espoonrekry/MailView/