Vocational Instructor

We are seeking an instructor for vocational preparatory education for immigrants at Kainuu Vocational College for a fixed-term employment period from September 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, or starting as agreed. The role involves guidance work in immigrant education, for which we require a good familiarity with guiding students from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds in contact teaching and workplace learning sites. Additionally, we require a practical and student-oriented approach, the ability to encounter and accept diversity and different cultures equitably, and experience in individual and group guidance. A driver's license is essential for the performance of the duties. Job description: - guidance and support for students in studies, training, and work trials - guiding the development of language and communication skills - guiding students' education and career planning in cooperation with the teacher - guiding basic IT skills and the use of various applications - guiding students in everyday life management skills At Kainuu Vocational College, guidance and teaching work are planned and implemented through the cooperation of instructors and teachers, so we value good teamwork skills. We require a development-oriented approach, flexibility, and enthusiasm for using versatile guidance methods in cooperation with the team and working life. Eligibility requirements: a suitable qualification in guidance or other equivalent education. In filling the position, unqualified applicants may be considered if no applicant meeting the eligibility requirements is found. The selected person must present a criminal record extract in accordance with Act 504/2002 and, upon separate request, a certificate of a drug test. The position has a five-month probationary period. Salary is a level salary of 2,858.13 euros according to KVTES, working hours 38.25 h/week. Applications for the position are primarily submitted via Kuntarekry. Written applications are sent to: Kajaanin kaupunki, Kirjaamo, PL 133, 87100 Kajaani. Mark the envelope "Määräaikainen ohjaaja maahanmuuttajien ammattiin valmentavaan koulutukseen". The application period ends August 14, 2026, at 3 PM. In filling the position, priority will be given to employees of the City of Kajaani who are subject to layoff or interruption of work, provided they meet the eligibility requirements for the position. Kainuu Vocational College (KAO) At Kainuu Vocational College, you get to build the region's future together with both young people and adults. We offer versatile vocational education in Kainuu, Kuusamo, and Vantaa. Approximately 3,000 students of different ages study with us annually. Our range of education is broad, offering the opportunity to complete basic qualifications, vocational and specialist vocational qualifications, as well as individual qualification modules. Additionally, we provide a path to double degrees for many. Our studies emphasize practical doing, workplace learning, and close cooperation with working life. As an employer, we offer a multidisciplinary and evolving work community where you can utilize your expertise and develop pedagogy together with colleagues. You will get to support students on individual study paths, collaborate with working life partners, and influence the kind of expertise that is created in the region in the future. We value professional growth, collaborative work, and the fact that work is concretely visible in students' everyday lives and career paths. The City of Kajaani is a multidisciplinary employer that values the balance between work and family life. Diversity of families is seen as a strength, and we want to continuously develop our practices to be even more family-friendly.