Hourly teacher as resource teacher for special class education

Suna School is seeking a resource teacher for special-class teaching for a fixed term from 26 October to 22 December 2026. Two rehabilitative teaching groups began at the school in autumn 2026. The teacher will support the groups as part of a multidisciplinary team with two special-class teachers and three school assistants. As a resource teacher, you will participate in planning and delivering teaching and supporting pupils' school attendance in the rehabilitative teaching groups. There are 20–25 teaching hours per week. The position offers the opportunity to join a close-knit team and develop activities together with special education professionals. The position starts on 26 October 2026 or by agreement. Interviews will be held in week 43. School name and address: Suna School, Solisevantie 10, 02760 Espoo. Working hours: according to OVTES. The position is a public-service employment relationship and is fixed-term. Pay is according to OVTES. The basic salary under the applicable salary classification is determined by the person's education. A special-class teacher who is qualified for the position receives, in addition to the basic salary, an allowance based on the demands of the work. The salary classification basic salaries are available at https://www.kt.fi/sopimukset/ovtes/palkat-palkkiot. Qualification requirement: eligibility as a special-class teacher. Teachers' eligibility is determined under Decree 986/98 on the qualification requirements for teaching personnel. Under section 9 of the decree, a teacher providing basic education must have excellent oral and written Finnish skills. Applicants without the required qualification will also be considered for fixed-term positions. The position requires good cooperation and interaction skills and readiness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team; the ability to meet pupils individually and create a safe learning environment; a flexible and solution-oriented approach; commitment to shared practices and supporting pupils' wellbeing; and readiness to act in changing situations and participate in teaching and everyday support activities. We value experience in special education, intensive special support or rehabilitative teaching; skills in supporting pupils' behaviour, emotional wellbeing and school attendance; the ability to cooperate constructively with guardians and school staff; a positive, calm and consistent approach; and willingness to learn new things and develop activities with the rest of the team. The person selected for the position must present a criminal-record extract referred to in section 6.2 of the Criminal Records Act. Espoo, a city of pioneers – the courage to renew, the skill to develop. Espoo is a city of pioneers. Our employer promise—courage to renew, the skill to develop—is reflected in smooth everyday work, long-term development of expertise and sound 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 the balancing of work and other life through flexible practices. Our activities are based on openness and trust, and we treat one another with respect. We are committed to promoting equality and welcome people of different ages, backgrounds and languages into our work community. For questions about the position and application process, contact the person providing further information. For questions related to special needs, contact keha.rekrytointi@espoo.fi. Enquiries will be handled confidentially. Read more: https://www.esitteemme.fi/espoonrekry/MailView/