Special Class Teacher for Disability Education, Ilola School - Vantaan ammattiopisto Varia - Vantaa, Finland

Vantaa City, Education and Learning, Basic Education. Ilola School. Epinkoskentie 5, 01390 Vantaa. Employment duration: Fixed-term 01.08.2026 - 31.07.2027. Hello, you enthusiastic special class teacher! Welcome to our excellent team working for the benefit of our shared students! We are seeking a special class teacher for disability education at Ilola School. Workplace description: Ilola School is a diverse school for grades 1-5, with approximately 550 students. We have 36 teachers and 14 teaching assistants and school nurses. Our school includes basic education classes, local special classes, and regional support groups for disability education. Our staff possesses extensive expertise, offering opportunities for professional collaboration and development. Our operational culture is built on respect, safety, cooperation, and positivity. The school’s slogan "Joy through Ilola" - Learning Together - reflects a community that is well-being focused, self-confident, and positive towards learning. The community supports individuals on their learning journey so they can achieve their personal goals. We work according to a shared leadership model with a well-established team structure. New employees are introduced through a mentoring program to ensure they have the necessary support for daily work. Our school is located in East Vantaa with good transportation connections. It is close to nature, providing excellent opportunities for learning. Learn more about Ilola School’s activities [here](https://www.vantaa.fi/fi/palveluhakemisto/toimipiste/ilolan-koulu). You can also explore our daily life on Instagram @ilolan_koulu. Job description: As a special class teacher, you will be responsible for supporting the learning, growth, and school attendance of students in disability education by subject. You will serve as a guide for the adult team, coordinating team work, strengthening the shared culture, and ensuring smooth daily operations together with other team members. You will actively collaborate with students’ guardians and networks. You will have support from other disability education teams. We offer the opportunity to do meaningful work in a competent and warm work community where student well-being and individual support are central. Additional information and recruitment process: Special class teachers are considered for salary supplements in addition to their regular pay. Those meeting the requirements for the position may receive a salary increase of approximately 430-530 euros. Interviews may begin during the application period in week 22. Why choose Vantaa? Vantaa is the fourth largest city in Finland, known for its innovative approach and ability to operate in various networks. The city is a safe employer offering extensive opportunities for professional development. Our modern educational institutions value high-quality education, internationality, multiculturalism, and community. Come and work as a teacher in Vantaa! [Learn more about teaching jobs at Vantaa.fi](https://www.vantaa.fi/fi/tyo-perusopetuksessa-ja-toisella-asteella). Vantaa offers its employees diverse benefits, such as sports, well-being, and cultural allowances, lunch benefits, and commuting benefits for public transport. We support employee well-being by promoting active lifestyles. Employees can also benefit from discounted services at swimming pools, gyms, group exercise, and massage services. Additionally, employees often have access to discounted tickets for city cultural events. If you are still considering what Vantaa has to offer, [visit our website to read more reasons to choose Vantaa](https://www.vantaa.fi/fi/kaupunki-ja-paatoksenteko/avoimet-tyopaikat-vantaan-kaupungilla/johtaminen-tyohyvinvointi-ja-henkilostoedut). Employment details: Qualification requirement: Qualification according to the decree on the qualifications of education personnel 986/1998. In addition, we require: Good teamwork skills, proficiency in various teaching methods, and ability to differentiate instruction. The applicant must be familiar with the Education Act for Special Education and competent in preparing pedagogical documents. Merits: Experience working with children and youth with disabilities. Terms of employment are governed by the Municipal Education Personnel Collective Agreement (OVTES). Salary: OVTES. Required licenses: The selected candidate must present a valid criminal background check. Number of positions: 1. Trial period: 6 months. Full-time/part-time: Full-time. Employment type: Permanent position. Working hours: According to the applicable collective agreement. Contact information: Principal Karppinen Kaija, 0405440225, kaija.karppinen@vantaa.fi. Available weekdays 8:30-15:30. Assistant Principal Noora Kallioranta, 0405610492, noora.kallioranta@vantaa.fi, weekdays 8:30-15:30. Vantaa is a responsible employer. We support our employees' well-being and competence and a positive work environment. We continuously develop our leadership. We value equality and non-discrimination in our community. We welcome applications from individuals of different backgrounds, ages, genders, and from various linguistic, cultural, and minority groups. Please submit your application through our recruitment system. The application deadline for Vantaa is 16:00. Video interviews may be used during the recruitment process.