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Early Childhood Education Special Education Teacher - Helsingin kaupunki - Helsinki, Finland

Posted: June 26, 2026
Posted 2 days ago
Last seen in crawl: June 25, 2026 (3d ago)
Estimated Expiry: July 31, 2026
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Job Description

We are seeking a special education teacher for the early childhood education unit Kolkka-Taneli in Pitäjänmäki, Helsinki. The role involves supporting children's learning, development, and well-being, acting as a pedagogical expert in the group, and collaborating closely with staff, guardians, and multidisciplinary networks. The work includes assessing children's support needs, planning and implementing individual support measures, and developing daily pedagogy. The teacher actively participates in group activities, ensuring each child's participation and success based on their strengths. The candidate should have strong pedagogical skills, good interaction and cooperation skills, commitment, motivation, a solution-oriented approach, and the ability to act flexibly in various situations. The values emphasized are sensitive interaction and positive pedagogy. The position offers an opportunity to implement Helsinki's early childhood education plan and develop a culture aligned with the unit's vision. The work environment is supportive, warm, and egalitarian. The unit is located conveniently in Pitäjänmäki, Helsinki, with access to outdoor activities, a library, and sports fields. The unit also offers sign language early childhood education as part of Helsinki's services. Responsibilities include planning activities, observing support needs, guiding and supporting children in early childhood education and preschool, and building a pedagogically appropriate environment and learning space tailored to individual learning. The activity is based on Helsinki's early childhood education and preschool curriculum, the unit’s operational plan, and the child's Vasu and Leops plans. We offer the chance to make a meaningful impact on Helsinki residents' lives, with opportunities for professional growth. Benefits include a 550-euro Epassi Flex benefit for commuting, culture, sports, and well-being services. The qualification requirements include compliance with the Early Childhood Education Act (540/2018) or transitional provisions, or a master's degree in education with a specialization in special pedagogy, or recognition of foreign qualifications. Good Finnish language skills are required, and a current criminal background check and tuberculosis certificate are mandatory. A one-time bonus of 2000 euros is offered upon starting a permanent position in 2026. Experience in working with special groups is an advantage.

Company Information

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Julkinen yleishallinto
Pohjois Esplanaadi 15-17, 00170 Helsinki
Business ID: 0201256-6
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Current role mix at Helsingin kaupunki on JobCrawls
Role typeActive listings
Human Resources Specialist519
Healthcare Professional155
Special Education Teacher108
Teacher91
Early Childhood Education Teacher88
Nurse51
Humanities Teacher42
Class Teacher34
Social Worker34
Educator34
School Assistant20
Project Manager17
Primary School Teacher12
Healthcare Assistant11
Care Assistant11
Early Childhood Education Social Worker10
Early Childhood Educator9
Special Education Assistant9
Youth Worker8
Administrative Assistant8
Researcher8
Childcare Worker7
Trainee7
Part-time Teacher7
Early Childhood Education Special Teacher6
Practical Nurse6
Specialist6
Lähihoitaja6
Team Leader6
Assistant Principal5
Healthcare Support Worker5
Physiotherapist4
Language Teacher4
Instructor4
Recreation Assistant4
Data Management Specialist4
Intern4
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher4
Manager4
Doctor4
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Orthodox Religion Teacher3
General Practitioner3
Dentist3
Religious Education Teacher3
Home Care Assistant3
Communication Specialist3
Chief Physician3
Architect3
Nurse Assistant3
Special Class Teacher3
Caregiver3
Kitchen Assistant3
Customer Service Representative3
Physical Education Teacher3
Finnish Language and Literature Teacher3
Social Counsellor3
Guidance Counselor3
Secretary2
Music Teacher2
Special Needs Assistant2
Education Assistant2
Environmental Inspector2
Nursing Assistant2
Special Librarian2
Care Worker2
Planner2
Higher Education Intern2
Physical Education and Health Teacher2
Environmental Specialist2
Accounting Manager2
Data Protection Specialist2
Social and Health Care Teacher2
Psychologist2
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Social Counselor2
Librarian2
Food Service Worker2
Assistant2
ICT Specialist2
Urban Planning Intern2
Construction Worker2
Legal Professional2
Social worker2
Library Assistant2
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Lecturer2
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Internship2
Legal Intern2
Coordinator2
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Graduate Trainee1
Environmental Expert1
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Specialist Dentist1
Project Specialist1
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Current role-level mix at Helsingin kaupunki on JobCrawls
Role levelActive listings
Mid-Level993
Manager75
Intern68
No People Management41
Senior28
Mid-level22
None required12
Junior2
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Helsingin kaupunki appears in 1,556 indexed job postings in JobCrawls' Finland dataset since October 2023. In that historical index, the strongest location signals for this employer are Helsinki, Finland, Kalasatama, Helsinki, Finland, and Kontula, Finland.

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Helsingin kaupunki on Suomen suurin työnantaja. Meillä on töissä 37 531 ammattilaista neljällä eri toimialalla sekä kaupungin keskushallinnossa. Yhdessä järjestämme kaupunkilaisille laadukkaita palveluja ja luomme edellytyksiä hyvälle helsinkiläiselle elämälle.

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