Class teacher for fixed term

The position of a fixed-term class teacher, at the European School of Helsinki, starting from 18 August, 2026 to 31 July 2027, is open for applications.

Job description

The teacher will be responsible for teaching and educational duties in an English-language class following the European Schools curriculum for P1 and P2 level students (ages 6 and 7) in the primary school. The role also includes communication with parents. Teaching is conducted in a mixed year group classroom setting.

This position requires close collaboration with colleagues from different language sections (Finnish and French) as part of a dynamic, international team.

https://www.eshelsinki.com/

Statutory qualification and language proficiency requirements

Teacher qualifications and language proficiency requirements are defined by the Government Decree on the European School of Helsinki 15/2008 (see details on the school's website).

The selected candidate must provide an extract from the criminal record as required by the Criminal Records Act (770/1993, section 6, paragraph 2) and the Act on Background Checks for Persons Working with Children (504/2002).

EnglishSpeaking: Excellent

Writing: Excellent

Understanding: Excellent

Our expectations of the applicant

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

Previous experience as a Primary school teacher

Experience in school-home collaboration

Strong student interaction and teamwork skills

Independent and proactive work approach

Innovative and pedagogical development mindset

Understanding of multicultural environments and experience in international work communities

Experience in European Schools curriculum

Strong collaboration skills and diverse language proficiency are considered assets, as the role involves working with students from three language sections

Knowledge of special needs education and pedagogical support.

Language Requirements:

English: Native-level proficiency

Finnish, French or other