Waldorf School of the Peninsula seeks a seasoned Senior Accountant to be an integral part of the business office responsible for the day to day accounting operations. The Senior Accountant is responsible for all billing, re-enrollment, tuition adjustment, tuition remission, and other revenue processes. The Senior Accountant also processes payroll and assists with closing processes, audit, insurance, and tax preparation. The Senior Accountant oversees all accounts receivable, collections, payment follow-up, accounts payable, organization credit cards, student billing, and cash receipts.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for all non-outsourced accounting activities; ensuring accurate and timely financial information
• Ensure adherence to policy and procedures, and internal controls
• Take a lead role on the preparation of schedules and work papers for annual audit
• Assist in the preparation of periodic surveys and reports for the school’s trade organizations
• Process payroll
• Process supply and service requests for staff and faculty
• Support Director of Finance and Operations with special projects and workflow process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of five years’ experience in bookkeeping and/or accounting and finance
• Non-profit/Independent School sector experience preferable
• Requires solid knowledge and understanding of accounting principles
• Highly detail oriented, well-organized, flexible, and collaborative individual who enjoys working in a team-driven environment
• Able to multitask in a fast paced, deadline driven environment, while always maintaining a customer service focus
• Common sense, professional decorum, and clear and concise communication skills are critical due to regular interaction with parents, faculty, and administrators and business partners
• Paycom Experience preferred
• Bill.com and Divvy experience preferred
• Ravenna Experience preferred
• Proficient in QuickBooks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Proficient in Google applications, including Gmail, Google Sheets and Google Docs
• In-person attendance necessary to provide effective performance during normal school hours
• We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Benefits and Compensation:

Waldorf School of the Peninsula provides medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their dependents. A generous tuition remission benefit is available for children of the employee, 19 holidays and 3 weeks vacation. Depending on experience, certification and education, the yearly salary range is $70,000 – $80,000.

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Waldorf School of the Peninsula is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic grades teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Candidates must be committed to excellence in teaching, parent education and dialogue, self-development, and collegial cooperation. Bachelor’s degree and Waldorf training required. We are looking for a dynamic individual who is interested in joining our well-established grades faculty within a growing and thriving Silicon Valley community.

Our energetic group of students seeks a teacher who can engage their eagerness to know about their world and to experience its wonder. They love to move and explore everything that moves around them. We are looking for a teacher to guide their love of learning through a calming presence as they meet you with their bright eyes and passion for life. They cannot wait to meet you.

Requirements:

• Certificate of Completion in Waldorf Teaching
• Bachelor’s degree
• Previous Waldorf class teaching experience

Applicants should demonstrate:

• strong classroom management skills and a commitment to professionalism.
• positive communication skills with parents.
• an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Waldorf School of the Peninsula provides medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their dependents. A generous tuition remission benefit is available for children of the employee. The compensation range for this position is $65,000 – $95,000 depending on qualifications. Relocation support provided. Waldorf School of the Peninsula is open to sponsoring a work visa.

Interested candidates should email their resume, a letter of interest, and a brief biography with the subject line stating “Grades Class Teacher” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org.

Waldorf School of the Peninsula (WSP) is seeking a dedicated Preschool Lead Teacher to join our vibrant and nurturing early childhood education program. Our teachers provide developmentally appropriate education that supports the physical, emotional, and social development of each child. Through creative play and outdoor exploration in all seasons, we create opportunities for young children to connect with nature, develop social and emotional skills, and cultivate a sense of wonder about the world.

Roles and Responsibilities

Each employee is responsible for exhibiting good communication, problem solving and priority setting skills as well as maintaining an overall positive attitude. In collaboration with Waldorf School of the Peninsula administrative staff and early childhood faculty:

• Teach early childhood classes
• Create a nurturing environment for young children and families
• Develop classroom program, curriculum and schedules to ensure pedagogically and developmentally appropriate practices
• Manage classroom staff, providing clear expectations and responsibilities
• Ensure that licensing regulations are followed by all classroom staff
• Work collaboratively and professionally with other early childhood teachers to establish a cohesive early childhood community
• Work collaboratively and professionally with school administration
• Develop avenues of parent communication and education; weekly newsletter, bulletin board, workshops & class meetings, etc.
• Provide ongoing assessments of child progress
• Provide bi-annual Parent and Teacher conferences
• Oversee food service
• Attend division and faculty meetings as required
• Serve on school committees as required
• Establish and maintain relationships with greater early childhood community

Required Qualifications
One of the following:

• Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.
• A current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with the appropriate age-level endorsement issued by the CDA National Credentialing Program of the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition; and at least six months of on-the-job training and/or work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.
• An Early Childhood Teacher must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to perform and meet the physical demands required in this capacity (ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel and/or stop most of the time)
• Complete a health screening (no more than 60 days prior to hire date) and negative Tuberculosis test (no more than 1 year prior to hire date)
• Meet the immunization requirements required by the state of CA for early childhood employees
• Must have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain
• Complete a California criminal record clearance via DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearance
• One of the following Child Development Permits issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing:
  • Child Development Teacher Permit; or
  • Child Development Master Teacher Permit; or
  • Child Development Site Supervisor Permit.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 1–2 years of relevant classroom experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in a Waldorf school.
• Completion of, or willingness to complete, Waldorf Certification or Waldorf training.

Compensation and Benefits
Waldorf School of the Peninsula provides medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their dependents. A generous tuition remission benefit is available for children of the employee. Compensation for this position is $33-$34 an hour.

How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are seeking dedicated, energetic and creative professionals to join our preschool teaching team. Daily hours of position are 10 am to 5:30 pm. The compensation for this position is $23 an hour.

Requirements:

Each employee is responsible for exhibiting good communication, problem solving and priority setting skills as well as maintaining an overall positive attitude. In collaboration with Waldorf School of the Peninsula administrative staff and early childhood faculty:

•     Promote positive relationships with all children and adults
•     Create a nurturing environment for young children and families
•     Develop partnerships with colleagues to establish a cohesive early childhood community
•     Assist Lead Teachers and Extended Care Director as informed
•     Perform light housekeeping and child maintenance duties

 Minimum Qualifications:

• 6 ECE Units or enrolled in an ECE course.
• Minimum age: 18 years old
• Must be able to perform and meet the physical demands required in this capacity (ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel and/or stop most of the time)
• Complete a health screening (no more than 60 days prior to hire date) and negative Tuberculosis test (no more than 1 year prior to hire date)
• Meet the immunization requirements required by the state of CA for early childhood employees
• Must have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain
• Complete a California criminal record clearance via DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearance

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to professionalism.
• Positive communication skills with parents.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Please send your resume and cover letter to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org. The pay for this position is $24.00/hr.

The Waldorf School of the Peninsula seeks an early childhood assistant who thrives in a creative, collaborative environment working with the students, fellow faculty and parents.

The early childhood assistant will assist the lead teacher in the general supervision and management of the classroom. The ideal candidate has experience working in the Waldorf environment and engaging children in healthy and appropriate activities and play.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Lifeways or Waldorf teacher training completed or in progress or willingness to implement a professional plan for training with an agreed upon time frame.
• 12 ECE Units
• Six months experience in licensed setting
• TB Test and required immunizations as mandated by the state of California
• Background Check

Please email resume and cover letter with the subject line stating “Preschool Assistant Teacher” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org. The wage range for this position is $23/hr – $27.00/hr.

We are seeking dedicated, energetic, creative and prepared professionals to join our teaching team working with Preschool aged children. Waldorf Education believes the key indicators to being successful in life are strong social and emotional skills, a curiosity for learning, and strong supportive role models.

We are currently seeking early childhood substitutes who are interested in Waldorf Education.

Required Experience and Qualifications
Completion of at least two postsecondary semester units or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development each semester or quarter following initial employment, and continuation in the educational program each semester or quarter until 12 units have been completed.

Preferred Experience and Education
– 12 ECE Units
– 6 Months of experience in licensed setting
– Experience in a Waldorf classroom or similar setting and working with toddlers through pre-kindergarten aged children successfully. Intercultural proficiency is a plus.
-Current CPR and First Aid certification

Please email resume and cover letter with the subject line stating “Early Childhood Substitute Teacher” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org. Pay for this position is $28.57/hour.

Waldorf School of the Peninsula is seeking qualified and energetic professionals for all of our programs from early childhood through grade 12.

Nursery School candidates must have Early Childhood credits.

Lesson plans are provided for all subjects. Substitutes are approved after successful demonstration lessons in areas of interest. Waldorf teacher training is preferred, but not required.

Interested candidates should send a brief cover letter and resume with the subject line “Substitute Teacher” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org. Pay for this position is $28.57/hour.

If you are passionate and devoted to inspiring students through tennis, we welcome you to our middle school. Practices and games are generally 3:30 pm – 5 pm.

The Middle School Tennis Coach is responsible for overall management of the Tennis team. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Run comprehensive and objective driven practices.
• Run high-energy, technically correct, and physically challenging practices.
• Able to attend Pre/Post Season Coaches meeting.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license to drive the team van.

Qualifications

• Safety Oriented. Ensure the playing environment is safe; be trained in CPR/AED and First Aid.
• Previous Tennis coaching/playing experience is preferred.
• Technically competent. A solid technical knowledge of Tennis strategies, individual skills, and rules of the game.
• Ability to communicate well, verbally and in writing, with the players, parents, and the athletic department.
• Organized. Able to manage rosters, uniform distribution and collection, line ups, and scorebook.

Must complete DOJ and FBI live-scan fingerprinting prior to the start of service and provide proof of Covid vaccination. The position is compensated between $30-$50 per hour depending on qualifications and duties. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter of interest to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $30.00 – $50.00 per hour

Schedule:
After school
Evening shift