Early Childhood Education Teacher for North Sámi Group (Keski-Pasila)

About the role

We are seeking an Early Childhood Education Teacher for the North Sámi‑speaking group at Aurinkokello daycare in Keski‑Pasila. The position can be part‑time and involves working with children aged 2‑6 in a multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver early childhood education following both the Helsinki and Sámi Early Childhood Education Plans.
• Support children’s language development in Sámi and Finnish through immersive activities.
• Create and continuously improve a play‑rich learning environment.
• Collaborate regularly with the Finnish‑language pre‑primary group and the Sámi class at Pasila Comprehensive School.
• Contribute ideas and experiment with new practices to enhance daily experiences for children and staff.

Required profile

• Strong basic pedagogical skills and a sensitive, child‑centered approach.
• Understanding of the importance of play in development and willingness to be a playful adult.
• Motivation to develop practices in a new, evolving environment.
• Openness to experimentation and suggesting improvements.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Supportive leadership with strong pedagogical guidance from the director and assistant director.
• Excellent transport connections (tram, bus, train, cycling) and a modern facility shared with Pasila Comprehensive School.
• Opportunity to work in a newly opened centre focused on bilingual Sámi‑Finnish education.
• Collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and innovation.