Special Education Teacher - Helsingin kaupunki - Helsinki, Finland

We are looking for a special education teacher for Laajasalon peruskoulu. The school emphasizes a community-based approach with classes from grades 1-9, including four regional special classes. The school offers bilingual Finnish-English instruction from grade 1, music from grade 3, and sports from grade 7. The school has about 1000 students in two nearby locations. The teacher provides group-specific support and individual support as part of the teaching, including pedagogical consultation and co-teaching with modeling and guidance during lessons. Located in the heart of Laajasalo island, the school promotes high-quality student-centered teaching and co-teaching, fostering a warm community. The role involves supporting students with tailored pedagogical support, consultation, and co-teaching. Located in the heart of Laajasalo island, the school promotes high-quality student-centered teaching and co-teaching, fostering a warm community. The role involves supporting students with tailored pedagogical support, consultation, and co-teaching. The school values creativity, joy, respect, and friendship, and offers a stimulating work environment with opportunities for professional growth. The salary details and benefits are available on the city’s employment site. The position is temporary, from August 1, 2026, to December 18, 2026, with a deadline for application on June 10, 2026. The qualification requirement follows regulation 986/1998, and a criminal record extract is required. The work location is Holmanmoisionpolku 1, Helsinki.