Varhaiskasvatuksen opettaja (hakuaikaa jatkettu) - Kirkkonummen kunta - Kirkkonummi, Suomi

Do you experiment with and develop new approaches to support children's daily life and participation? Is it important to you that every child is positively recognized? Does your work incorporate principles of sustainable living? Are you interested in children's movement and learning in nature? If you answered yes, this is your dream job! Join an enthusiastic and bold team of early childhood education teachers in Kirkkonummi to create sustainable and impactful early childhood education, learning together and celebrating successes. Ravalin Daycare is located near forests, rocky areas, and a sports park. You will be supported by a wide range of early childhood education professionals in Kirkkonummi: social workers, psychologists, language and culture teachers, an early childhood education social worker, as well as a digital coordinator and other specialists. We value your interest and experience in developing pedagogy for young children. As an early childhood education teacher, you will be responsible for your team’s pedagogy, assessment, and development, and participate in the early childhood education work and development of the unit alongside the daycare director. We expect strong collaboration skills and a desire to work communally and constructively. You will have influence over your work, as we encourage activity and new ideas. We offer: - A good work community and a competent supervisor - Comprehensive training opportunities to develop your skills - Excellent digital tools - A competitive salary (€3178.99) and the opportunity to receive an initial work experience supplement immediately at the start of employment - €200 per person per year in sports, culture, and well-being benefits (Epassi) - Free swimming at Kirkkonummi swimming hall with a staff card. Qualifications: Qualification as an early childhood education teacher according to the Early Childhood Education Act, section 26 (540/2018). For new early childhood education teachers/special education teachers, a recruitment bonus of €150 per month is paid for 12 months after the end of a six (6) month trial period. The bonus is conditional on a permanent employment relationship and meeting qualification requirements. The selected candidate must present a criminal background check within 30 days of receiving the employment decision (Child Welfare Act 504/2002). The position also requires a health statement regarding respiratory tuberculosis, in accordance with the Infectious Diseases Act section 55. Group and individual interviews will be arranged separately at a mutually agreed time. Applications must be submitted by 12:00 noon on July 30, 2026, via the electronic form on Kuntarekry: www.kuntarekry.fi (job key KIR-03-178-26). Previous applicants will be considered in the extended process.