Early Childhood Teacher

We are seeking an Early Childhood Teacher for a permanent position at Kivistön Daycare, starting 1 September 2026 or by agreement. The daycare is located in a quiet residential area and serves four groups of children aged 1–5 years. It features a large, pleasant forest yard, recently renovated bright interiors, and access to a nearby hall for physical activities as well as local playgrounds and forested areas. We are a professional, inclusive and dynamic team, supporting each other in developing early childhood education and our own work. In a multidisciplinary setting you will have regular opportunities to collaborate with colleagues, special educators, developers and leaders, with structures in place to support pedagogical leadership of groups and the unit. We participate in the ProVaka operating model, which emphasizes positive reinforcement and inclusive practices. If you are interested in multidisciplinary work, have a good sense of humor and a development-minded professionalism, you may be our next teacher. We will start interviews during the application period, and selection can be made as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Graduating applicants are considered. If no qualified applicant is found, the position may be filled temporarily by an unqualified candidate. Why choose Vantaa? Vantaa is a bold and relaxed employer offering an open work atmosphere and the possibility to try new methods. You will have support from a wide multi-professional network. More information about experiences from Vantaa’s early childhood education professionals can be found here. In Vantaa you will receive mentorship for your first work year, opportunities for further education and training, a safe and equal work environment, opportunities to influence the organization, and diverse staff benefits including a lunch benefit, wellness and culture allowance, and travel benefits for public transport. We also support a healthy lifestyle with access to municipal facilities like swimming pools, gyms and group fitness, and often discounted tickets to cultural events. Relocation grant of 1500 EUR for employees moving from outside the Helsinki region after a six-month probation period; eligible for permanent positions in early childhood education and related roles. Submit your application via our recruitment system; application period ends 16:00 on the deadline dates listed. The recruitment process may include a video interview. Start date: 21.08.2026 12:12; application deadline: 04.09.2026 16:00. Contact: daycare director Marianna Viitanen, 040 664 2797, marianna.viitanen@vantaa.fi; daycare director Johanna Ahokas, 043 824 9240, johanna.ahokas@vantaa.fi.