Special Education Teacher, Jokiniemi School - Vantaan ammattiopisto Varia - Vantaa, Finland

Vantaa City, Education and Learning, Basic Education Jokiniemi School Valkoisenlähteentie 51, 01370 Vantaa Employment period: Fixed-term 01.08.2026 - 31.07.2027 Jokiniemi Comprehensive School is located near Tikkurila, with excellent transportation links. Our school has approximately 950 students and 110 staff members daily. In addition to general education, Jokiniemi School offers small group instruction, workshop teaching, and education for children with autism and severe developmental disabilities. According to Jokiniemi School’s own work guidelines, we have always been a neighborhood school for all children, where each student can learn and grow at their own developmental pace. Children learn to evaluate their own work with adult support. You can familiarize yourself with the principles of organizing education by reviewing the [Vantaa Finnish-language basic education curriculum](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vantaa.fi%2Ffi%2Fperusopetuksen-opetussuunnitelmat-ja-tuntijaot&data=05%7C02%7Cpetra.sundell%40vantaa.fi%7Cd20bb61649f948afb47908dd70e3ec54%7Cdad5d62c98304db09c1589befcc5cf3e%7C0%7C0%7C638790846404761103%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=jLUgRUdqTNliqMJdbI%2B6kYM%2FiPbBOYfN2yWFE1nm64E%3D&reserved=0). Diversity among our staff at Jokiniemi School is a strength. It is important to us that teachers have the skills to respect diversity and to support all learners, as well as an interest and enthusiasm for developing their own expertise in implementing the curriculum. We value strong teamwork skills and active participation in the work community. We hope you are familiar with the basics of digital learning environments and are interested in enhancing your skills to keep up with a changing world, as well as sharing your knowledge within the community. A fixed-term position for a special education teacher is available at Jokiniemi School from 1.8.2026 to 31.7.2027. The position covers grades 7–9. Special support at Jokiniemi School is provided through small group instruction, co-teaching, and various flexible teaching arrangements. We plan support measures based on students’ needs. Special education teachers work closely with classroom teachers, subject teachers, and assistants. In our school, grade levels collaborate through salary hours, joint planning, and exchange lessons. As a comprehensive school, we value dual qualifications or the ability to teach a subject in grades 7–9. Why choose Vantaa? Vantaa is the fourth largest city in Finland, known for its innovative approach and ability to collaborate across 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 spirit. Join us as a teacher in Vantaa! https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vantaa.fi%2Ffi%2Fkaupunki-ja-paatoksenteko%2Ftoissa-vantaalla%2Ftoita-opettajille&data=05%7C01%7Ckatja.tujunen%40vantaa.fi%7C64def42b4eb841a2983508db569cb437%7Cdad5d62c98304db09c1589befcc5cf3e%7C0%7C0%7C638199003295177402%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pwY4Qo4O0exEPtorKO9un46xtV0%2BHB2O1Jl8p9uZ61Q%3D&reserved=0