Early Childhood Education Teacher at Pilke Verso - Pilke päiväkodit Oy - Jyväskylä, Finland

Pilke gently guides children on their learning journey. Our early childhood education includes learning through play and gentle interaction. We recognize and support each child's unique abilities and strengths. Pilke aims to be the best in Finland's early childhood education sector. This goal is achieved through teamwork. We are now seeking an Early Childhood Education Teacher for Pilke Verson daycare in Jyväskylä. Fixed-term position from 17.8. to 20.12.2026. Pilke Verson daycare is nature-oriented. In a nature-focused daycare, children learn a positive attitude towards nature, outdoor activities, and sustainable living. In early childhood education, emphasis is placed on exploring and marveling at natural phenomena, regular excursions, and outdoor activities. Located in Keljonkangas, Jyväskylä, in a peaceful environment within a beautiful log building, Pilke Verson offers children the opportunity to grow and learn close to nature — safely and authentically. The atmosphere combines warmth, child-centered pedagogy, and a relaxed daily rhythm. We go outdoors daily regardless of the weather. The forest, yard, and surrounding nature provide endless opportunities for exploration and wonder. Nature offers a versatile environment for learning, movement, and creativity — fostering a positive relationship with the environment. Our goal is also to inspire joy in physical activity and support an active lifestyle from an early age. Would you like to influence many children's lives and early years? As an early childhood education teacher, you support and promote children's growth, development, and learning. You are familiar with early childhood education plans and can implement them practically. You plan, evaluate, and develop pedagogical activities for the children’s group and contribute to the quality of pedagogy in your unit. You have a strong pedagogical approach, a positive and active attitude, good interaction skills, and the ability to genuinely connect with children. We offer: - Monthly salary of €2723.92–€3011.25 (from 1.8.2026 €2831.64–€3086.53), depending on experience, - An additional €150/month for a master's degree in education (from 1.8.2026 €153.75/month), - Support for training and qualification according to 2030 eligibility requirements, - An inspiring, agile, and gentle working culture that genuinely values early childhood education professionalism, - A committed work community focused on the child's best, - Diverse training and learning opportunities, - Opportunities to work in specialized early childhood education areas such as languages, sports, science, and music, - High-quality indoor air in a log house, - Flexible, supportive learning environments and tools, - Functional SAK time, - Various employee benefits such as good health services, outdoor jacket, bicycle, massage, and recreational benefits. More information can be found here. Candidates must have the required qualification for early childhood education teacher according to the Act on Early Childhood Education and Care and present a valid criminal record extract. Interested? Apply by sending your application no later than 9.8.2026. Would you like to learn more about Pilke and our way of working? The power of gentleness is not just a slogan for Pilke daycare centers — it reflects our way of working and engaging with children and adults. Read more about what the power of gentleness means to us at Pilke. - Pilke as a company - Pilke as an employer - Career stories from Pilke employees - Pilke's early childhood education