Hourly teacher for special class teaching

Meritori School is located on the shore of Espoonlahti in Kivenlahti. Around 360 pupils study in a supportive and lively primary school. Meritori School emphasises mathematics and natural sciences, especially in its LUMA groups. Learning is based on observation, research, independent information gathering and processing information independently and in groups. Small-group teaching is offered when needed to support language-aware mainstream teaching. Strength-based teaching is also implemented in several grades. The full-time special-class teacher’s duties are in a small group flexibly formed from grades 1–2 or 3–4. The teacher may work with their own group or as part of a larger grade-level unit. The teacher works closely with class teachers, special education teachers and S2 teachers, staff in preparatory classes, learning support assistants and pupils throughout the school. Teaching is developed by making use of opportunities for integration while considering the pupil’s best interests. The duties focus on comprehensive support for pupils in active cooperation with guardians. Integration into mainstream education groups is carried out in cooperation with the school’s other teachers. School and address: Meritori School, Merivalkama 9, 02320 Espoo. Working hours: according to OVTES. The position is a public-service employment relationship and is fixed-term. The employment begins on 2 November 2026. Salary: according to OVTES. The basic salary under the applicable pay classification is determined by the employee’s education. A qualified special-class teacher is paid an additional supplement based on the demands of the work, in addition to the basic salary under the pay category. Pay-classification basic salaries: https://www.kt.fi/sopimukset/ovtes/palkat-palkkiot Qualification requirement: qualification as a special education teacher. Teachers’ qualifications are determined under Decree 986/98 on the qualification requirements for teaching staff in the education sector. Under section 9 of the decree, a teacher providing basic education must have excellent spoken and written Finnish. Applicants without the qualification will also be considered for fixed-term positions. The role requires experience in delivering instruction to pupils from multicultural backgrounds; versatile teaching expertise; experience with flexible teaching arrangements; experience with the three-tier support system and preparing pedagogical documents; ability to cooperate with guardians, class and subject teachers, other staff, family services and organisations; teamwork skills; flexibility and collaboration skills. The selected candidate must present a criminal record extract referred to in section 6.2 of the Criminal Records Act. We value experience working with pupils who need special support (learning difficulties and behavioural challenges); readiness to work in all primary school grades in different mainstream and special education groups; an approach based on positive pedagogy; a vision and experience in developing positive strength-based pedagogy; versatile pedagogical skills (mainstream, special and preparatory education); strong group management skills; experience with co-teaching arrangements; interest in developing cooperation with guardians; networking skills with experts in social and safety sectors; experience teaching pupils from different language and cultural groups; a vision for organising LUMA teaching; and interest in developing teaching and learning materials. Espoo, a city of pioneers – the courage to renew, the skill to develop. Espoo is a city of pioneers. Our employer promise—“the courage to renew, the skill to develop”—is reflected in our everyday work through smooth practices, long-term development of expertise and thoughtful leadership. Together we are building a city where the meaning of work is clear and expertise is valued. We support your professional learning and development and help you balance work and other areas of life through flexible practices. Our work is based on openness and trust, and we treat one another with respect. We are committed to promoting equality and welcome colleagues of different ages, backgrounds and language groups. For questions about the position and recruitment process, contact the person providing further information. For questions relating to special needs, contact keha.rekrytointi@espoo.fi. Enquiries are handled confidentially. Read more: https://www.esitteemme.fi/espoonrekry/MailView/