Early Childhood Education Teacher

We are seeking a permanent early childhood educator at Tiedonjyvän day care, located in Vantaa. The daycare opened in Jokiniemi education campus in 2021. It is accessible by good transport links near Hiekkaharju and Tikkurila train stations. The role is based in the daycare home base with one group of children. You will join a team of three educators. We value sensitivity in working with families and aim to create a warm, playful, and safe culture in the new daycare. The learning environment rests on unhurried, warm, and truly present educators. We are part of ProVaka (positively learning in groups) and expect an enthusiastic approach to developing positive pedagogy. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged. The city offers mentorship groups, development opportunities, a safe environment, opportunities to influence through the leadership team, and multiple staff benefits including sports, wellness, culture, lunch, and public transport benefits. We offer relocation support of 1500 euros for permanent positions after a six-month probation. The contract type is permanent and full-time. Working hours are 38 h 15 min per week, typically 7:30–16:30. Contact: Daycare director Johanna Möttönen, 0503145628, johanna.mottonen@vantaa.fi; Deputy director Taina Niukkanen, taina.niukkanen@eduvantaa.fi. Applications are via the recruitment system. The city values equality and diversity.