Special Education Teacher in Early Childhood Education, Kirstin Daycare - Espoon kaupunki - Espoo, Finland

We are seeking a versatile special education teacher for a fixed-term position at Kirstin Daycare. We have 7 different groups for children aged 1-6 years. Our unit operates with the Lveo model, and your work partner will be an experienced versatile special education teacher. We also have a language and culture teacher supporting the groups, as well as a social worker part-time during the month. The work of a special education teacher in early childhood education is diverse and stimulating. Together with other educational staff, you will plan, implement, evaluate, and develop early childhood education pedagogics for children requiring support in our units. The goal is to support children's participation in group activities, foster success experiences, and enable inclusion within the child group. Our daily activities are guided by the Espoo early childhood education plan and the national early childhood education plan. Observation, documentation, continuous assessment, and development are integral parts of everyone’s work. As a special education teacher, you will be responsible for the pedagogical implementation within your team, working alongside other professionals. You will also serve as a team leader and pedagogical partner to the early childhood education unit manager, allowing you to apply your professional expertise collaboratively with the entire community. Our leadership virtues emphasize listening and dialogue, and a healthy community is our shared resource. We review applications and conduct interviews during the application period. We will make a decision as soon as a suitable, qualified candidate is found. Please apply as soon as possible! Workplace name and address: Kirstin Daycare, Kirstintie 11, 02760 Espoo Working hours: 38 hours 15 minutes/week. The position is fixed-term from 17.08.2026 to 30.06.2027. Qualifications: Qualification in early childhood education according to the Early Childhood Education Act (540/2018) Qualification as an early childhood education teacher. Additionally, completed studies providing professional skills for special education tasks. or Master of Education with a major in special pedagogy (early childhood special education training). Applicants who are about to graduate in early childhood special education are also considered. The selected candidate must present a criminal record extract as per the Criminal Records Act, section 6.2. The Infectious Diseases Act requires those working with preschool children to clarify the risk of tuberculosis transmission. We value experience in a broad role as a special education teacher in early childhood education. Experience in multicultural environments is also appreciated. Espoo - a city of pioneers - courage to innovate, skill to develop Espoo is a pioneering city. Our employment promise - courage to innovate, skill to develop - is reflected in our daily work, long-term professional development, and smart leadership. We are building a city where work has clear meaning and expertise is valued. We support your professional learning and development, as well as work-life balance through flexible practices. Our operations are based on openness and trust, and we treat each other with respect. We are committed to promoting equality and welcome professionals of different ages, backgrounds, and languages. For questions related to the position and application process, please contact the person providing additional information about the role. For questions related to special needs, contact: keha.rekrytointi@espoo.fi. We handle inquiries confidentially. Read more: https://www.esitteemme.fi/espoonrekry/MailView/