Special Class Teacher, Kaivokselan School - Vantaan ammattiopisto Varia - Vantaa, Finland

City of Vantaa, Education and Learning, Basic Education Kaivokselan School Kaivosvoudintie 10, 01610 Vantaa Hello, enthusiastic teacher! Welcome to our development-oriented team working for our shared students! We are seeking a special class teacher for Kaivokselan School for a fixed-term position. Workplace description: Kaivokselan School is a primary school in western Vantaa with approximately 600 students. The old mining environment and lush nature are part of our learning environment. The school is accessible by public transport from various parts of the Helsinki metropolitan area. Most students come from the Kaivokselan and Myyrmäki areas. Our school community is multilingual and multicultural. The school also has extensive experience in English-language instruction. Our adult community includes about 60 teachers and instructors. We focus on developing language-aware teaching, flexible organization of education, and participation. The foundation of our activities is student instruction, upbringing, and needs. Our staff work collaboratively, and time is allocated for joint planning. We develop the school's culture through team teaching and communal development. Every member of the staff participates in school development work. Kaivokselan School is involved in the Prokoulu model. Learn more about Kaivokselan School. Job description: We are seeking a special education teacher to work with a special class of about 10 students. The role requires versatile teaching and differentiation skills. We expect good communication skills, a proactive attitude, and motivation to collaborate with colleagues. Additional information: If no suitable candidates meet the requirements, the position may be filled temporarily. Applications received in this process may be considered for the temporary position. Qualifications for special class and special education teachers are recognized in the overall salary. Special class teachers may receive a salary supplement. For teachers providing class-based special education, the supplement can be 422.65 euros, and for special class teachers in groups such as disability education, stages, workshops, or outpatient teaching, it can be 522.65 euros. Based on the number of students speaking languages other than Finnish (S2), staff meeting the requirements may receive a monthly salary supplement of 165.20 euros. 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. Join us as a teacher in Vantaa! Learn more about teaching jobs at Vantaa.fi. Vantaa offers employees various benefits, including sports, wellness, and cultural allowances, lunch benefits, and commuting discounts for public transport. We support well-being by promoting active lifestyles. Employees can access discounted services at swimming pools, gyms, group activities, and massage providers. Additionally, employees often receive discounted tickets to city cultural events. If you are still considering what Vantaa has to offer, visit our website for more reasons to choose Vantaa. Employment details: Qualification requirement: Qualification according to the Decree on Qualifications for Teaching Staff (986/1998). In addition, we require: The ability to operate in our multilingual and multicultural school environment. The ability to consider diverse support needs of students in teaching is also a basic requirement. Advantages: Previous experience in teaching and team teaching is considered an advantage. Terms of employment are governed by the Municipal Collective Agreement for Education Personnel (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 Type of employment: Permanent position Working hours: According to the applicable collective agreement Contact information: Principal Keronen Anne-Mari 0407444568 anne-mari.keronen@vantaa.fi Available Mon-Fri 8-16 Vantaa is a responsible employer. We support the well-being and competence of our employees and a positive work environment. We continuously develop our leadership. We value equality and non-discrimination in the workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including different ages, genders, and cultural or minority groups. Please submit your application through our recruitment system. The application deadline is 16:00. In the recruitment process, a video interview may be used.