Erityisluokanopettaja (Järnefeltin yhtenäiskoulu) - Lohjan kaupunki - Lohja, Suomi

We are seeking a special education teacher for Järnefelt Comprehensive School for a fixed-term period from August 10, 2026, to July 31, 2027. In our school, daily collaboration takes place with teachers, school assistants, and other staff. A mentor teacher from our school will be appointed to support your orientation and assist you as a new member of our community. Our school has a well-functioning student welfare team with whom you will collaborate. Your duties will include: - Teaching provided by the special education teacher alongside other instruction - Teaching in small groups by the special education teacher - Providing targeted support to students - Working mainly with grades 1-6 Requirements for the position: - Ability to differentiate and organize instruction for students of different ages - Ability to manage learning support processes - Previous experience working in a comprehensive school Preferred qualifications: - Good interpersonal skills We offer: - A professional working environment - Strong team support - A culture of sharing among professionals Järnefelt Comprehensive School started operations on August 1, 2022. The school has approximately 500 students in grades 1-9 and is located in a newly built school with a renovated sports hall. We offer opportunities to develop teaching and utilize various learning environments and partners. Are you the professional we are looking for? As an employer, we prioritize staff well-being and development. We are a city supportive of education and encourage our employees to pursue further training. We offer comprehensive staff benefits, such as subsidized sports services, cultural benefits, and a lunch benefit. You will have access to the Epassi benefit, up to 200 euros per calendar year, depending on your employment duration. Additionally, we have established the Well-being Academy to promote workplace well-being. Qualifications are based on the decree on the qualifications of education personnel (986/98). http://www.finlex.fi/fi/laki/ajantasa/1998/19980986 Applicants must attach proof of qualifications, which will be verified during the interview process. The certificates should show the completed degree and qualifying studies (e.g., pedagogical studies 60 ECTS, multidisciplinary studies 60 ECTS, subject teacher qualifications 60/120 ECTS). The salary for qualified applicants ranges from €3,029.51 to €3,243.27 per month plus possible annual bonuses, according to OVTES. For teachers in Lohja basic education, a VAT compensation of €146.55 per month is paid (Lohja-TVA). In addition, a VAT compensation of €120.15 per month is paid to special education teachers. Other VAT compensations may also be paid when working for Lohja city. The position is subject to a trial period of half the length of employment. The selected candidate must present a health certificate from Keski-Uudenmaan Työterveys Oy, Lohja branch, within one month of starting employment. A criminal background check as per law (504/2002) must also be provided. Interviews will be held immediately after the application deadline. For more information about the position, contact: Deputy Principal Juha Lemberg, juha.lemberg@lohja.fi, phone 050-5230710. We promote equality and value diversity in our workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of different backgrounds. We are a voluntarily bilingual city.