Early Childhood Education Teacher

This vacancy seeks a dedicated early childhood education teacher for Kielon Daycare in Vantaa. The successful candidate will listen attentively to children and guardians, contribute to an innovative, supportive, and collaborative work community, and value warm professional conduct and teamwork. The role centers on meeting the child and family in a caring, unhurried manner, and planning activities that consider each child’s needs with sensitivity, in cooperation with the group and the team. We emphasize child well-being, professional development, and mutual support within a multilingual, inclusive environment. The Kielon Daycare, opened recently in Tikkurila, is part of a service unit that includes Lauhatien Daycare. The environment supports outdoor learning and field trips, with a three-caregiver model in daily practice. Fluency in another language is considered an asset. Interested applicants may contact Marjo at 0503146327 or marjo.marttinen@vantaa.fi; interviews may begin during the application period. The city of Vantaa offers benefits such as mentoring groups for the first year, training opportunities, a safe and equitable workplace, opportunities for involvement in management discussions, and various personnel benefits including sport, wellness, and culture allowances, travel subsidies for public transport, and relocation grant for internal moves as described. Employment terms follow the Municipal Education Personnel collective agreement (OVTES). The position is permanent, full-time, with a schedule of 38 h 15 min per week and a six-month probationary period. The city emphasizes equality and inclusion and invites applications from diverse backgrounds. Application deadline: 24.08.2026 16:00.