Early Childhood Education Teacher for Maitorpan Daycare - Vantaan ammattiopisto Varia - Vantaa, Finland

Vantaa City, Education and Learning, Early Childhood Education Maitorpan Daycare Maitorpantie 4, 01700 Vantaa Employment period: Permanent from 03.08.2026 We are looking for a full-time early childhood education teacher to join Maitorpan Daycare, starting from August 3, 2026. The daycare has four children’s groups and is located in the peaceful Maitorpan small house area. We actively utilize nearby playgrounds and regularly go on forest trips. The well-equipped facilities support strong small-group activities in accordance with the early childhood education plan. We participate in the ProVaka model, which is based on guiding behavior through positive feedback. In this model, adults serve as role models for children, and it promotes an inclusive environment, supporting the development of social skills and consistent guidance practices among staff. What do we offer you? - Opportunity to work with top professionals - Comprehensive orientation and the possibility to participate in a mentoring program - Two specialized early childhood education teachers in our unit who assist and support you, especially regarding children’s support issues. They work in their own schedules within the groups. - Our unit’s development section nurse supports collaboration with families. - Supportive colleagues; together we are stronger - A positive and relaxed work environment where work is done with heart, a sense of humor, and professionalism. You will also have the chance to develop our organizational culture and share your expertise with others if you wish. - For early childhood education teachers, work shifts are planned to include one full Sak day and a common Sak time once a week for all teachers. What do we expect from you? - Interest in working positively with a learning-focused early childhood education group (ProVaka) - Engagement with the diverse languages and cultures, participation, inclusion, positive pedagogy, activity, movement, and play. We expect enthusiasm and skills in pedagogical play and using images to support communication. - Skills to lead your own team and work: support team functionality, children’s growth, and well-being - A positive, development-oriented, and solution-focused approach to teamwork and the work community Interested? Submit your application and tell us more about yourself. Interviews will start during the application period. Graduating applicants will also be considered. Why choose Vantaa? Vantaa is a bold and relaxed employer that offers an open work atmosphere and opportunities to try new work and operational methods. You will receive support in your work, as you are surrounded by a broad multidisciplinary network. Read more and learn about the experiences of Vantaa’s early childhood education professionals [here](https://vantaa.fi/fi/kaupunki-ja-paatoksenteko/toissa-vantaalla/toihin-vantaan-varhaiskasvatukseen). What you get in Vantaa: - Peer mentoring group support for the first year of work - Good training opportunities to develop your work and professionalism - A safe and equitable working environment - Opportunities for influence, for example through the management team - Diverse employee benefits, such as sports, well-being, and cultural benefits, meal discounts, and travel benefits for public transport We support staff well-being by enabling and promoting an active lifestyle. City employees can benefit from discounted services at swimming halls, gyms, group exercise, and massage providers. There are also often discounted tickets for cultural events. Vantaa pays a relocation allowance of 1500 euros to those moving from outside the neighboring municipalities to Vantaa after a six-month probation period. The neighboring municipalities include Helsinki, Espoo, Kauniainen, Nurmijärvi, Tuusula, Kerava, Järvenpää, Sipo, and Kirkkonummi. The relocation allowance applies to permanent positions and only to early childhood education teachers, special education teachers, and daycare managers. Apply today and #vantaudu to become our colleague!