Early Childhood Education Teacher

Pilke gently guides children on their learning journey. At Pilke, early childhood education includes learning through play and warm interaction. We see and recognise each child's unique abilities and support their strengths. Pilke aims to be Finland's best early childhood education provider. We will reach this goal by working together. We are now looking for an early childhood education teacher for Pilke Tähtisumu in Leinelä, Vantaa. The work starts in January 2027 or by agreement. Pilke Tähtisumu is a warm and nature-focused early childhood education centre in Leinelä, Vantaa. You will work in a skilled and encouraging team where collaboration works well, humour is part of everyday life and everyone's expertise is valued. We actively develop our activities and enjoy learning new things together. Nature is an essential part of our everyday life. The forest is our learning environment, where we explore, wonder and discover together with the children. Children's curiosity, play and participation guide our activities, and as an educator you can support their joy of learning in meaningful moments every day. At Tähtisumu, you are not just an employee but an important part of a community that provides high-quality early childhood education with great care. Would you like your work to make a difference in many children's lives and early years? As an early childhood education teacher, you support and promote children's growth, development and learning. You know the contents of early childhood education plans and can put them into practice. You plan, assess and develop the pedagogical activities of the child group and contribute to ensuring high-quality pedagogy at your unit. You have a strong pedagogical approach, a positive and proactive attitude, good interaction skills and the ability to engage genuinely with children. We offer you: - Monthly salary of €2,831.64–€3,086.53 depending on your experience. - Regional availability supplement of €197.17 per month for a qualified teacher. - Signing bonus of €1,500. - An inspiring, agile and caring culture that genuinely values early childhood education expertise. - A work community committed to acting in the child's best interests. - Diverse training and learning opportunities. - The opportunity to work in nature- and natural-science-focused early childhood education. - Flexible learning environments and tools that support your work. - Effective SAK planning time. - A range of employment benefits, including good occupational healthcare, an outdoor jacket, bicycle, massage and recreation benefits. See more here. The person selected for the role must meet the eligibility requirements for an early childhood education teacher under the Early Childhood Education Act and present a valid criminal record extract. Interested? Apply by submitting an application no later than 29 November 2026.