Work location:
Vilberg Daycare Center is part of the daycare service area. 
The kindergarten is beautifully situated in Lensbygda with a view of Toten and many wonderful hiking opportunities.

The kindergarten has two departments: one for children ages 1–2 and one for children ages 2–6. Our staff possess diverse and strong early childhood education expertise. We prioritize the best interests of the children and strive to create a safe and nurturing learning environment where varied play opportunities foster a sense of community and a sense of accomplishment. We are committed to being engaged and present staff members in the children’s upbringing environment. We work on professional development through REKOMP and collaboration with the learning environment team, and we prioritize a safe and positive work environment for our staff. The preschool is located at Vilberg School, with access to a gym and a large outdoor area that invites a variety of activities throughout all seasons.

The preschool’s vision is: We make every day meaningful.

Job details:

We have a 100% temporary position available as educational director at Vilberg Preschool.
The position is available starting October 1, 2026, but an earlier start date may be possible. The temporary position is initially scheduled to last until June 22, 2027.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead educational work.
• Manage staff.
• Foster reflection and opportunities for professional development.
• Oversee collaboration with parents.
• Contribute to a safe and nurturing work environment.
• Lead efforts to create a safe and positive learning environment.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with external partners.
• Identify opportunities

Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

• Education as a preschool teacher.
• Individuals whose first language is not Norwegian must have passed a Norwegian language test. In addition, you must have achieved Level A2 on the written expression subtest and Level B1 on the reading comprehension, listening comprehension, and oral communication subtests.
• A valid police clearance certificate, issued no more than 3 months ago, must be presented before starting the position.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience as an educational leader is an asset.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of age, gender, disability, or cultural background.

Personal qualities:

• You take children seriously and recognize the importance of spending time with them
• You have a genuine interest in children’s play and can support them in their play
• You enjoy being outdoors in all kinds of weather
• You provide children with positive experiences and memories
• You contribute to a positive and safe learning environment for the children
• You are patient and have the child’s best interests at heart
• You have a positive attitude and a cheerful disposition
• You are generous and committed to good teamwork
• You are flexible and can work independently

Personal suitability is emphasized

We offer:

A positive and professional environment focused on development, with generous and flexible colleagues.

As an employee of Østre Toten Municipality, you will be covered by a comprehensive pension and insurance plan. We offer meaningful work and an inclusive work environment.

Employees of Østre Toten Municipality are hired under the terms set forth at any given time in applicable laws, regulations
and the Main Collective Bargaining Agreement. Two percent of gross salary is deducted for pension.

After the application deadline, a public list of applicants will be posted, containing the name, age, position or job title, and municipality of residence or employment for each applicant. Exceptions to public access may be made for information about an applicant if the applicant requests it. Information about an applicant may become public even if the applicant has requested not to be included on the list of applicants. If the request is not granted, the applicant will be notified of this.