Full-time Substitute Teacher, Basic Education in English - Lahden kaupunki - Lahti, Finland

Welcome to join our school's skilled team! In this position, you will teach various subjects to English-speaking students. The teaching will be conducted in a combined class format. We value a student-centered and development-oriented work approach, as well as good collaboration and communication skills. The role also includes administering entrance exams for students and developing basic education in English medium. Tiirismaa School is located on the Paavola campus in the center of Lahti. Approximately 850 students in grades 1 to 9 study at our comprehensive school, and about 90 adults work in educational roles. In addition to Finnish-language instruction, Tiirismaa offers English stream, extensive bilingual basic education (English - Finnish) for grades 1 to 9, as well as focused music education for grades 7 to 9. The upper secondary education of the Swedish-speaking school in Lahti is also provided in connection with Tiirismaa School. The eligibility requirement is the qualification of a primary school class or subject teacher as well as native-level proficiency in English. The teacher's qualifications are determined according to the provisions of the regulation on the qualification requirements of education personnel no. 986/98. If there are no qualified applicants, a candidate who does not have formal qualifications may be selected for the position. Indicate your eligibility on your application and attach copies of the degree certificates demonstrating your eligibility as an appendix to the electronic application; the original certificates will be reviewed in a possible interview. The selected candidate must present a criminal record extract required by law 504/2002 before accepting the position. The selected candidate may be asked for a certificate regarding drug testing. This position has a 6-month probationary period. Applications must be submitted through the Kuntarekry.fi system no later than June 9th, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. The City of Lahti is a responsible employer that offers a variety of employee benefits. You have access to wellness support, massage, and health benefits. Additionally, you are entitled to Edenred's commuting benefit and agreed lunch offers.