Full-time Substitute Teacher: English and Swedish, Myllypuron peruskoulu

Helsingin kaupunkiMyllypuro, HelsinkiEURESpublished 08/07/2026
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We are looking for a full-time substitute teacher (English, Swedish) for Myllypuron peruskoulu for the period 24.8.2026 - 18.12.2026. The position is located in both upper and lower secondary school.

"At Myllypuron peruskoulu, students study with joy and live together while trying, respecting diversity and caring for one another!" (Myllypuron peruskoulu's mission statement)

Myllypuron peruskoulu has over a thousand students and nearly 100 colleagues. Our school provides bilingual instruction (Finnish-Russian). Our curriculum is diverse, and elective studies emphasize skill-based and art subjects. Our special education classes work in close cooperation with the general education groups.

Our school has a competent, permanent, and diverse staff that develops activities together. We support co-teaching and value working together.

Myllypuron peruskoulu is located close to nature and next to good sports terrains and facilities. Our yard area consists of three buildings where students of different ages study. The buildings have been renovated recently, so we have diverse learning environments, including the school's outdoor areas.

Why work for us?

It is important to us that you can do impactful work for the sake of good Helsinki life. We want you to succeed and be inspired in your work. The City of Helsinki rewards well-done work, for example, with one-time bonuses. We offer you diverse opportunities to grow and develop as a professional. According to the latest staff survey, people enjoy working here and find the work meaningful!

You can read more about teacher remuneration at: https://www.hel.fi/fi/avoimet-tyopaikat/kasvatuksen-ja-koulutuksen-ammattilaisille/perusopetuksen-ja-lukion-opettajien-palkat-ja-palkitseminen

You will have access to the personnel benefits of Finland's largest employer, such as an Epassi Flex benefit of up to 550 euros to be used for commuting as well as culture, sports, and wellness services. Read more about our personnel benefits and get to know the City of Helsinki as an employer at: https://www.hel.fi/fi/avoimet-tyopaikat/miksi-toihin-kaupungille

Do you have any questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us! We look forward to your application!

Qualification requirement:

Qualification is determined according to Decree 986/1998. In fixed-term positions, if there are no applicants who meet the qualification requirements, applicants who do not possess the required qualification will also be considered.

Those to be hired for a fixed-term civil employment relationship must submit a criminal record extract as intended by the Act on Checking the Criminal Background of Persons Working with Children (504/2002).