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Special Education Teacher: Local School Special Class, Taivalahti Basic School - Helsingin kaupunki - Helsinki, Finland

Special Education Teacher

Posted: May 25, 2026
Posted 6 days ago
Last seen in crawl: May 29, 2026 (1d ago)
Application Deadline: June 8, 2026
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Role Level:Mid-Level
Management Tier:No People Management
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Job Description

We are looking for a special education teacher for the local school's special class at Taivalahti Basic School. Students are directed to the class from the school's catchment area. Students study in a group of 10 according to the general curriculum or with limited scope if needed. The learning and school support needs are broad and long-term. Students require instruction from a special education teacher in all or most subjects. Taivalahti Basic School has over 700 students and about 70 staff members. It is located in the heart of Töölö with good transport links, offering diverse learning environments. The school has recently been renovated, ensuring high-quality facilities. We seek a teacher who can meet different learners and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. As a special class teacher, you will be part of an experienced team of seven teachers. We warmly welcome all new employees. A personal mentor and our onboarding plan will help you settle in and learn the school's practices. Taivalahti offers opportunities and freedom to develop your teaching skills. Our strength is the support from colleagues and the community. Why work with us? We value impactful work for a good life in Helsinki. We want you to succeed and be inspired. Helsinki City offers bonuses for good work, and opportunities for professional growth. According to the latest staff survey, our staff enjoy working here and find it meaningful. You can read more about teachers' salaries at: https://www.hel.fi/fi/avoimet-tyopaikat/kasvatuksen-ja-koulutuksen-ammattilaisille/perusopetuksen-ja-lukion-opettajien-palkat-ja-palkitseminen. You will have access to the largest employer benefits in Finland, including up to 550 euros Epassi Flex benefit for commuting, culture, sports, and wellness services. Eligibility: The qualification is according to regulation 986/1998. In temporary positions, applicants without the required qualification will also be considered. For fixed-term employment, a criminal record extract related to working with children must be provided. Experience in similar roles is an advantage.

Company Information

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Julkinen yleishallinto
Listing: Education
Pohjois Esplanaadi 15-17, 00170 Helsinki
Business ID: 0201256-6
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Helsingin kaupunki appears in 1,556 indexed job postings in JobCrawls' Finland dataset since October 2023. In that historical index, the strongest location signals for this employer are Helsinki, Finland, Kalasatama, Helsinki, Finland, and Kontula, Finland.

About

Helsingin kaupunki on Suomen suurin työnantaja. Meillä on töissä 37 531 ammattilaista neljällä eri toimialalla sekä kaupungin keskushallinnossa. Yhdessä järjestämme kaupunkilaisille laadukkaita palveluja ja luomme edellytyksiä hyvälle helsinkiläiselle elämälle.

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Job Details

Responsibilities

  • Teaching students in a special class according to curriculum
  • Supporting students' learning and school attendance
  • Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders

Requirements

  • Qualification according to regulation 986/1998
  • Criminal record extract for working with children if fixed-term

Skills & Technologies

Curriculum knowledgeCollaboration skillsAdaptability

Recruitment Process

  1. 1
    Application review
  2. 2
    Interview
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