Hi,
I’m Helsinki,
and I’m
applying to be
your new
hometown!
About me
Hi! I’m Helsinki — born by the Baltic Sea, thriving as one of the world’s happiest, smartest, and most livable cities. I’d love to be your new hometown: a place where careers grow, families thrive, and balance is a way of life.
If you’re dreaming of a life where your work matters, your time is valued, and your surroundings inspire you daily, I’m ready when you are.
I’m open to work—for you.
ECEC Teachers — I’m applying to be your new home town
The Education Division of Helsinki
I’m proud to say my Education Division is one of the largest public employers of early childhood professionals in Finland. With more than 8 years of experience as the world’s happiest capital, I believe I can offer you what you’re looking for: stable permanent contracts, competitive salary, and a life surrounded by nature.
Why you’ll love my daycares
Across my 350+ municipal ECEC centres, educators lead with positive pedagogy and planning autonomy. Learning is rooted in nature, with daily outdoor play — yes, even in snow. My centres foster inclusive, playful environments where children take part in everyday decisions, building confidence and belonging from the start.
So…shall we
make it official?
What I offer
Permanent contract in public daycare
Balanced child-teacher ratios
37,5 working hours per week
Starting salary 2926–3139€ per month (gross)
Extra monthly pay with 5+ years of relevant work experience
Paid holiday, holiday bonus & wellness perks
Free Finnish language training online before relocation
Help with relocation and apartment
Your ordinary day in Helsinki could look like this…
7:00 Silence, please—it’s sacred
Whether at home or out, mornings here are unhurried and peaceful. No small talk needed—just a good cup of coffee and the newspaper.
07:30 Cycle into the workday
Hop on your bike and ride through calm, green streets—no traffic jams, just fresh air and a city that moves at a human pace.
09:00 Time for some fresh air with the kids
Play-based learning, inclusion, and positive pedagogy are central to our early childhood education philosophy.
11:00 Lunch that fuels, not fast food
Share a nourishing, seasonal lunch with colleagues—try lohikeitto (salmon soup) or kasvislasagne from the local canteen, always served with rye bread and fresh salad.
12:00 Naptime for kids, idea session for adults
Coffee break with other teachers, followed by planning and brainstorming the big ideas together.
17:00 Freedom after focus
Log off and switch gears—Finnish work culture respects your time, so you can head straight to your next thing: hobbies, family, or just being outdoors.
17:30 Simple dinner, full life
Cook at home with seasonal produce from the market or enjoy Finnish classics at a neighbourhood ravintola—local, relaxed, and no need to rush.
19:00 Sauna, the Finnish reset
Join friends or go solo at a public sauna like Kotiharju or Sompasauna—sweat, silence, and a dip in the Baltic make everything feel just right.
20:30 Evenings are your own
Read by the window, catch a local gig, or just sit on the rocks watching the sky shift—this city gives you space to breathe.
…or it could be something completely different.
The beauty of life in Helsinki is the freedom to
be yourself!
Relevant skills
Happiness management
Ranked #1 happiest country for 8 years in a row (and I’m the heart of it)
Educational excellence
Best schools in the world – and plenty of opportunities for you to study, too!
Green thinking
Global leader in sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030.
Multilingualism
Fluent in Finnish, Swedish, and English – and in coding languages, too!
Life-work balance
Here your 5-to-9 is just as important as your 9-to-5.
Urban nature
50% of Helsinki is nature – parks, forest, sea.
Ready when you are.
Here’s the part where I
shut up and just let the
numbers talk
90% Feel safe where they live
Most Helsinki residents report feeling safe in their own neighbourhoods—whether walking home after dinner or cycling to work at dawn. It’s the kind of peace of mind that makes everyday life lighter.
160 Days of paid parental leave—for each parent
Finland’s family policies are among the world’s most generous. In Helsinki, that means both parents get equal time to bond, rest, and ease into new routines—without sacrificing career or income.
60 Public saunas across Helsinki
From seaside icons like Löyly to hidden neighbourhood gems, saunas in Helsinki are more than wellness—they’re a way of life, a weekly ritual, and a social space wrapped in steam.
1300 km Of cycling paths to explore
Getting around Helsinki is easy, healthy, and car-optional. With over 1300 km of bike lanes, you can commute, coast, or cruise—from forests to the seaside—on two wheels all year round.
327 Islands in the Helsinki archipelago
Just a short ferry from the city, you’ll find forests, cliffs, cabins, and quiet beaches. Weekends can feel like mini-vacations—with no need to leave the capital.
92 Dog parks—and 4 dog beaches
Helsinki doesn’t just work for humans. Dogs have room to roam, sniff, swim, and socialise in dedicated parks and even their own city beaches.
45% GDP above the EU average
Helsinki region’s GDP per capita ~40–45% above the EU average.
50% Of working-age residents hold a university-level degree
Over 50% of working-age residents hold a university-level degree or equivalent—one of the highest rates in Europe, signifying a highly educated talent pool.
40% Startups based in Helsinki
40% of all startups in Finland are located in Helsinki
Top 10 European startups hubs
Helsinki is often cited in top-10 lists of Europe’s most innovative or startup-friendly cities. EU-Startup Monitor and StartupBlink consistently rank it as a leading hub in the Nordics.
+70 Forbes Global 2000 companies
Over 70 of the Forbes Global 2000 companies have a presence in Helsinki, many establishing regional HQs to leverage the city’s logistics and talent base.
#1 Top country SDG Index
Helsinki’s push toward carbon neutrality by 2030 is stimulating clean-tech startups and attracting sustainability-focused ventures.