Special Education Teacher in Early Childhood Education - Inarin kunta - Inari, Finland

We are seeking a temporary special education teacher for early childhood education at Inari Daycare from August 10, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The position is located at Inari Daycare. The special education teacher's duties include pedagogical and pre-primary education tasks for a children's group. The teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, assessing, and developing special pedagogy support for children requiring assistance. Tasks include planning, executing, and developing pedagogical activities in collaboration with team members. The special education teacher acts as an expert in early childhood special education and participates in developing the skills of the entire work community and multidisciplinary cooperation. We value a developmental and solution-oriented work approach and good interaction skills. Experience as a daycare special education teacher is considered an advantage. We offer a competitive salary based on the complexity of the task, a diverse work community with opportunities for professional development, and personnel benefits from Inari municipality. The qualification requirement for the position is a valid qualification according to the Early Childhood Education Act (540/2018): a qualification as an early childhood education teacher, supplemented with studies providing readiness for special education tasks, as specified by government regulation; or a master's degree in education with a major in special pedagogy (early childhood special education qualification). The average working hours are 38 hours and 15 minutes per week. The current level salary for the position is €3,338.60 per month. Additionally, a 3% Inari bonus, experience allowances, possible other allowances such as Sámi language supplement, and benefits according to OVTES are paid. The position begins on August 10, 2026, or as agreed. Applications are submitted via www.kuntarekry.fi. If online application is not possible, send your application by the deadline to: Inari Municipality, Early Childhood Education, Piiskuntie 2, 99800 Ivalo. Previous applicants will be considered. After the application period, interviews will be held, and invitations will be sent separately. Certificates proving qualifications, CV or résumé, and other certificates will be requested upon request. The selected candidate must provide an acceptable medical certificate (T-form) and a criminal record extract as specified in section 6, subsection 2 of the Criminal Records Act. A 4-month probationary period applies. Inari Municipality is a smoke-free workplace.