Class Teacher

Martinlaakso School is a comprehensive school for grades 1-9 with about 1000 students and 130 adults. We operate in a modern building with current equipment. Our goal is to be a pedagogically unified school where learners of different ages meet. We develop our school according to the ProKoulu model, which means common goals and methods for guiding student behavior using positive feedback. We require commitment to this model. Pedagogical expertise and differentiation: Ability to design and implement teaching that considers learners of different levels. Mastery of diverse teaching methods. Multicultural sensitivity: Readiness to meet students from different language and cultural backgrounds with respect. Understanding of S2 teaching needs and support for students. Good interaction and cooperation skills: Ability to build trusting relationships with students and guardians. Active participation as part of a team. Holistic support for the student: Interest in students' well-being and the smooth progress of schooling. Readiness to participate in the school's community operating models. Flexibility and solution-orientation: Ability to operate in changing situations and with a diverse group of students. Positive attitude towards development and learning new things. We offer modern learning spaces, current tools, and a competent community. We emphasize staff community and well-being. New teachers are supported by teacher mentors. Additional information: Based on the number of students whose native language is other than Finnish (S2), a salary supplement of approx. 250 eur/month may be paid to qualified staff. Why choose Vantaa? Vantaa is the fourth largest city in Finland, offering broad opportunities for professional development. We value quality education, internationalism, multiculturalism, and community. Vantaa offers diverse staff benefits such as sports, well-being, and culture benefits, lunch benefits, and commuting benefits for public transport. Discounted services at swimming pools, gyms, and massage companies are available, as well as discounted tickets to cultural events. Employment details: Eligibility: Qualification according to Decree 986/1998 on the qualifications of teaching staff. Advantage: Readiness to teach music to lower grades in addition to one's own group if necessary. Terms: According to the Municipal Teaching Staff Official and Collective Agreement (OVTES). Salary: OVTES Required permits: Valid criminal record extract. Number of positions: 1 Probationary period: 6 months Full-time/Part-time: Full-time Relationship type: Official relationship (Virkasuhde) Working hours: According to the applicable collective agreement. Contact: Principal Ursula Snellman, 043-824 9039, ursula.snellman@vantaa.fi; Deputy Principal Jasse Nordlund, 040-534 0601. Application period: Starts 28.07.2026 12:00, ends 13.08.2026 16:00. Video interviews may be used.