Early Childhood Educator

We are looking for an Early Childhood Educator to join Norlandia Otso in Kuusamo. You will be the person who hears, sees and is truly present in the children’s daily lives. You are a professional in early childhood education who builds an environment that allows for learning, wonder and collaborative activities. What we expect from you: you are a qualified early childhood educator who can support children’s growth, play, exploration and discovery in everyday situations. you work naturally with your group’s other professionals and families to ensure the children’s day proceeds calmly and coherently. you participate in planning and development of activities and take responsibility that daily situations progress in a way suitable for children and support their learning. What we offer: a fixed-term contract from 1 Sept 2023 to 12 Dec 2026; an opportunity to influence your group’s activities; private occupational health care; sports, culture and wellbeing benefits; affordable staff meals; Norlandia Academy training opportunities. Why Norlandia Daycares? Our employees say the best thing about Norlandia is that managers and support organizations are truly close and supportive in everyday situations. Everyone has the opportunity to influence their own work and to develop daily life. Each daycare operates with its own local approach and the benefits offered by the chain support everyday life. Community and inclusion make us a place where people enjoy working for a long time. How to apply: send your application by 19 August 2026. We will review applications during the application period and fill the position as soon as a suitable person is found. For more information about the role, contact the daycare director Marika Puustinen at 050 566 2131 or marika.puustinen@norlandia.com. The person chosen for the role must present a criminal record extract before the employment starts (Act on background check for working with children 504/2002).