Finnish Language and Literature Teacher - Porvoon kaupunki - Porvoo, Finland

Porvoo is a growing and multicultural city. Our schools' activities are based on collaboration, joy of learning and working, and high-quality pedagogy. The city acts as a responsible and stable employer, offering staff good opportunities for development and skill enhancement. Our modern and renovated schools support both learning and teaching, emphasizing community, participation, and cultural diversity—values that are visible in daily work for both learners and staff. The Finnish language and literature services of the City of Porvoo are seeking a Finnish language and literature teacher for a fixed-term position from August 10, 2026, to June 5, 2027. The primary placement is at Pääskytien School. At Pääskytien School, education is provided for grades 7-9. The school is located on the western shore of Porvoo, amidst farmland scenery. Approximately 600 students attend the school, and about 70 adults work with them daily. The school's operating principle is to provide quality education, respect individual differences, and operate in a modern and safe learning environment. Pääskytien School offers specialized physical education. The school leadership team includes the principal, deputy principal, and two assistant principals. Additionally, the entire staff actively participates in school development. The substitute position for Finnish language and literature will be at Pääskytien School for grades 7-9. Applicants are expected to describe the following criteria in their application. Those invited for an interview will be selected based on applications. Advantages include: - Experience in flexible planning, implementation, and assessment of teaching - Good cooperation and interaction skills, and a solution-oriented approach - Experience in teamwork - Proficiency in language-aware teaching - Experience in co-teaching and school community development - Skills in using digital applications and learning environments relevant to the position. Qualifications are determined according to the decree on qualification requirements for education personnel (986/1998). In the absence of qualified applicants, non-qualified applicants will also be considered. Original qualification certificates must be presented during the interview if applicable. Salary is determined according to the municipal collective agreement for the education sector. The selected candidate must present a criminal record extract as required by law (504/2002) concerning working with children. The trial period is half the duration of the employment. Join us in shaping the future! Please submit your application by June 9, 2026, at 3 PM via the 'Apply for a job' link. For more information, contact: Acting Principal Miina Iinatti at 040 1824627 and Acting Deputy Principal Ulla Marin at 040 1876465.