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First Grade Class Teacher - 2024-2025 School Year

Waldorf School of the Peninsula is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic grades teacher to take our First Grade class in the 2024-2025 school year. We will be welcoming a large class of very enthusiastic students coming out of our Early Childhood program. 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 rising grade 1 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 (Nursery – Grade 12) is celebrating bringing Waldorf education to Northern California for 39 years. Our school has two beautiful campuses: early childhood through grade 5 in Los Altos, and a few miles away in Mountain View are grades 6-12. Our school is a full member of, and accredited by, the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America. The school is also fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The compensation range for this position is $65,000 – $90,000 depending on qualifications.

The Los Altos Campus is located in picturesque Los Altos Hills, near a nature preserve.

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

Third Grade Class Teacher - 2024-2025 School Year

Waldorf School of the Peninsula is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic grades teacher to take our Third Grade class in the 2024-2025 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 rising grade 3 students is 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.

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 (Nursery – Grade 12) is celebrating bringing Waldorf education to Northern California for 39 years. Our school has two beautiful campuses: early childhood through grade 5 in Los Altos, and a few miles away in Mountain View are grades 6-12. Our school is a full member of, and accredited by, the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America. The school is also fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The compensation range for this position is $65,000 – $90,000 depending on qualifications.

The Los Altos Campus is located in picturesque Los Altos Hills, near a nature preserve.

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

Eurythmy Teacher - 2024-2025 School Year

Waldorf School of the Peninsula is seeking a part-time Eurythmy teacher for Nursery – Grade 5 for the 2024-2025 school year. We are looking for a trained, pedagogical Eurythmist; additional training in therapeutic Eurythmy is desired but not required. Waldorf teacher training and experience teaching Eurythmy are preferred, but we can accommodate a new graduate of a Eurythmy training program.

An excellent candidate will demonstrate good communication, problem solving, and organizational skills as well as maintaining an overall positive attitude. Collaboration with Waldorf School of the Peninsula administrative staff, faculty colleagues, students, and parents is expected. Passion about and devotion to inspiring children through Waldorf movement is a must.

This is an exempt position at .75 FTE with a salary range of $48,750 – $67,500 depending on qualifications.

Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org with the subject “Eurythmy Teacher Grades N-5”.

Gardening Teacher - 2024-2025 School Year

We are seeking a part-time gardening teacher for grades 1-5. The gardening teacher is responsible for the class curriculum that includes guiding the children through soil preparation, planting, harvesting, cooking and seasonal nature crafts. This position oversees the ongoing maintenance of the garden during the school year and over the summer.

Qualified applicants will have a four-year undergraduate degree, experience teaching students in an outdoor environment, and background in gardening and garden maintenance. Additional professional development may be necessary if the candidate does not already possess skills in biodynamics, natural crafts, and woodworking skills.

The ideal candidate will be Waldorf trained and or interested in Waldorf education and its integration into the gardening program. This role requires strong communication, problem- solving, and organizational skills and excellent rapport with the students. The position is a non-exempt, part-time position. The compensation range is $29.00 – $58.00 per hour.

Interested candidates should e-mail their resume, a letter of interest, and a brief biography with the subject line stating “Gardening Teacher” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org.

Nursery School Assistant Teacher

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 “Nursery Assistant Teacher” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org. The wage range for this position is $23/hr – $27.00/hr.

Nursery School Aide

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

The early childhood aide 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:
• 6 ECE Units or enrolled at the beginning of school year
• 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 “Nursery Aide” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org. The wage range for this position is $23/hr – $27.00/hr.

Nursery School Extended Care Staff

Waldorf School of the Peninsula is seeking dedicated, energetic, creative early childhood extended care assistants. Waldorf Education believes the key indicators to being successful in school and in life are strong social and emotional skills, a curiosity for learning, and strong supportive role models.

The early childhood extended care assistant provides a warm, playful, and safe experience for our nursery/preschool students during after school hours. This position is an hourly, part-time school year position of 15-20 hours per week, with possible summer opportunities.

We are currently seeking individuals who meet California Community Care Licensing requirements for an Early Childhood Extended Care Assistant:
– Completed a total of 12 units of California required Early Childhood Education courses, and 6 months of work experience in a licensed center or comparable group childcare program
OR
– Experience in a Waldorf classroom or similar setting with toddlers through kindergarten-aged children.
– Waldorf Education Teaching Certificate, AA or BA degree in early childhood education or LifeWays training.

*All faculty and staff must have current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain as required by state childcare licensing.

Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please email resume and cover letter subject line stating “Nursery Extended Care Teacher” to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org. The wage range for this position is $23-26/hour.

Nursery School Substitute Teachers

We are seeking dedicated, energetic, creative and prepared professionals to join our teaching team working with Nursery School 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.

Substitute Teachers

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.

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