Early Childhood Education Teacher, Kuninkaisten Daycare - Espoon kaupunki - Espoo, Finland

We are seeking an early childhood education teacher for a permanent position at Kuninkaisten Daycare. Our daycare has five different groups for children aged 1-6 years. We can discuss your group preferences during the interview. We are an open, positive, and experimental daycare. Our values include a cheerful atmosphere, community, and helpfulness. Our staff combines strong professional skills with an understanding of the significance of early childhood education work. Our daycare emphasizes movement, music, and play. It is important to us that children's participation is realized. If these aspects also excite you, you would be an excellent fit for us. Our staffing structure complies with the 2030 regulation. As an early childhood education teacher, you will be responsible for implementing high-quality pedagogical practices in early childhood education and creating a sense of safety together with the team. You will act as a team leader and be part of the pedagogical team of the house. Developing pedagogy together is also an important part of your work. In collaboration with other early childhood education staff, you will ensure that our house’s goals are achieved. This role offers opportunities for creativity and idea generation. Our preschoolers also participate in activities organized by the Chameleons and enjoy forest trips and outdoor activities in the nearby forest and playground. Your closest colleagues will be another early childhood education teacher or social pedagogue and a child caregiver. You will be supported by the other staff at the daycare and your supervisor. We have a helpful, open, and positive work community. During the workday, we maintain team spirit through various means and are committed to collaboration. We offer mentoring support to help you start your career as an early childhood education teacher. With the support of the mentoring group, you will become familiar with Espoo’s early childhood education and learn to recognize your strengths and skills. This will also contribute to your professional growth and well-being at work. You will have the opportunity to discuss the joys and challenges of early career work with an experienced mentor and connect with other colleagues who are new to the profession.