Early Childhood Education Teacher

We are seeking an enthusiastic early childhood education teacher to join Kielon day care in Vantaa. As a professional in early childhood education you listen with sensitivity to children and their guardians. You will be part of an innovative, supportive and collaborative team that values warmth, professionalism and teamwork. Our mission is to meet the child and family in a truly respectful, unhurried manner, taking each child's needs into account individually and sensitively. Joining us means helping create a meaningful daily life for children, with shared activities, learning and wonder, guided by the interests of the child and the group. Our community cares about the well‑being of children and our own professional development. We can use creativity and interpersonal skills in our work and enjoy a sense of community. We support each other in daily changing circumstances. We are committed to our work and continually develop our own professional growth. Our team has diverse expertise and we share it with one another. Our working climate is positively joyful. Kielon day care opened recently in February and is located in Tikkurila, Viertolan district, with good transport connections. It is part of a service unit that also includes Lauhatien day care. Our learning environment extends beyond the day care with opportunities for nature, physical activity, culture and outdoor activities. We operate with a three‑teacher model. We value a straightforward attitude toward the diversity of children and families. Knowledge of a foreign language is appreciated. Welcome to our cheerful and professional team! If you are a friendly, positive and kind early childhood teacher, you are exactly the kind of teacher that children in Vantaa wish for. You can hear the requests of the children and the families through the Oppiva Vantaa YouTube channel. Interested? Call (Marjo p. 0503146327) or leave your application and we will contact you. We will begin interviews during the application period and may select a suitable candidate as soon as one is found. Why choose Vantaa? Vantaa is a brave and relaxed employer offering an open atmosphere and the chance to try new methods. You will receive support from a broad multidisciplinary network. Read more about the experiences of Vantaa’s early childhood professionals. What you get in Vantaa: mentorship group support during the first year, good opportunities for professional development, a safe and equal workspace, opportunities to influence through the leadership team, diverse staff benefits such as sport & culture benefits, a lunch benefit and commuter benefit for public transport. We support staff well‑being by promoting an active lifestyle; city employees can also access discounted services at gyms, swimming halls and group exercise, and often discounted tickets to cultural events. Vantaa pays relocation grant of 1500 euros to employees moving from outside the immediate area after a six‑month probation. Relocation area includes Helsinki, Espoo, Kauniainen, Nurmijärvi, Tuusula, Kerava, Järvenpää, Sipoo and Kirkkonummi; relocation applies to permanent positions for early childhood teachers, special instructors and day care directors. Apply now and join us in Vantaa! For inquiries, contact the day care director via phone or email. Application deadline: 24.08.2026 16:00. We may use a video interview in the recruitment process.