Early Years Teacher

Are you someone who experiments and develops new ways of working to support children's everyday life and participation? Do you value making every child visible in a positive way? Do you want your work guided by principles of sustainable living? Are you interested in children moving and learning in nature? If you answered yes, this may be your dream job. Join a motivated and courageous group of early childhood educators in Kirkkonummi to work toward sustainable and impactful early childhood education together with learning and celebrating successes. You will be supported by a broad team of professionals including early childhood education counselors, psychologists, language and culture teachers, an preschool counselor, a digital coordinator, and other experts. We value your interest and experience in developing teaching methods for young children. As an early childhood educator you will be responsible for your team’s pedagogy, assessment, and development, participate in the day-to-day work of the early childhood education unit alongside the principal, and contribute to development of the daycare. We expect strong collaboration skills and a willingness to work communally and constructively. At our workplace you will have influence over your work as we give space for initiative and new ideas. We offer: a good working environment and a competent supervisor; extensive opportunities for professional development; excellent digital tools; a salary in line with OVTES section G (3359.50€) and the possibility of receiving the first experience-based salary supplement at start of employment; support for well-being at work including statutory health services and Epassi funds for exercise, culture and well-being; free swimming at Kirkkonummi swimming hall against an employee ID. Eligibility: A teaching qualification for early childhood education under the Finnish Early Childhood Education Act §26 (540/2018). Applicants with qualifications in the field will be considered too. The selected candidate must present a criminal background check within 30 days of notification of selection (Act on Background Checks for Working with Children 504/2002) and a health statement under the Infectious Diseases Act §55. Kantvikin day care is in Kirkkonummi’s central area and hosts the pre-school care for Kantvikin district. It lies in a natural setting near the sea, offering outdoor learning and opportunities to strengthen children’s connection with nature. Interviews will be held in week 38. Start date is 28.9.2026 or as agreed. Applications by 9.9.2026 at 12:00 via the electronic form on kuntarekry.fi (job reference KIR-03-287-26).