ASC Assistant Teacher -Early Childhood Program- Licensed Facility

AWSNA: Assoc. of Waldorf Schools of N. America; Jamestown (CA); On-site; USD 24,108 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Possible 50% remission

Job summary

Sierra Waldorf School in Jamestown, California, is seeking an ASC Assistant Teacher to engage in various classroom activities, support children during play, and help maintain a nurturing environment. The role involves participation in faculty mentoring and meetings.

The ideal candidate should have core units in early childhood education and possess organizational and communication skills. Compensation ranges from $17.50 to $20 per hour for 20-26 hours per week, with potential benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow recipes and prepare food for children.
• Experience working with children in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom activities and provide supervision.
• Help prepare snack items and maintain the classroom.

Skills

Ability to hold the rhythm of the afternoon

Strong verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Six core units of early childhood education

At least two semester units at a college

Waldorf Early Childhood Training

Job description

The ASC Assistant Teacher at Sierra Waldorf School participates in all aspects of classroom work, including preparing classroom activities, supervising children during regular p.m. class hours, rest time, independent play, snack prep, housekeeping, hand‑work support and duties, and helping children clean and tidy the classroom. Assistant teachers also participate in regular mentoring with EC faculty and attend faculty meetings when available.

About

Sierra Waldorf School is a vibrant, fully AWSNA‑accredited school serving approximately 133 students from Preschool through Eighth Grade. Nestled in the sunny foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the campus in Rawhide Valley is a beautiful natural setting where children and educators learn, work, and grow together.

We seek dedicated Early Childhood staff who honor the wonder of early childhood, supporting classroom rhythm or guiding children during afternoon hours. Our program cultivates imagination, a strong daily rhythm, meaningful work, and abundant outdoor play within a home‑like Waldorf environment.

Essential Job Duties

• Follow the Waldorf Curriculum as directed by the Class Teacher.
• Share in the care of the children under the Class Teacher’s direction.
• Supervise children during regular p.m. class hours and rest time.
• Supervise independent play.
• Prep snack items for the following day and maintain food lists for the Lead Assistant.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Provide hand‑work support and duties.
• Help children clean and tidy the classroom.
• Attend EC faculty mentoring in the last hour when applicable.
• Attend the first hour of Faculty Meetings when applicable.

Qualifications

Required Skills / Abilities

• Ability to hold the rhythm of the afternoon when asked to substitute.
• Familiarity with a kitchen and ability to follow recipes.
• Organizational skills.
• Professionalism: keep adult conversations away from children and put personal phones away while working.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Able to follow the lead of the teacher.

Desired Skills / Abilities

• Food preparation for a large group of children.

Required Education and Experience

Six core units of early childhood education and at least two semester units at a college, or 12 core units of coursework in early childhood education or child development (with at least one course in each of the following: Child, family, community, or child/family relations; Programs/Curriculum; Child/human growth and development; Experience working with children). Assistant teachers must pass FBI and Child Abuse Reference Check (CAIC) and obtain fingerprinting clearance through Live Scan.

Desired Education and Experience

• Waldorf Early Childhood Training.
• Background in Anthroposophy.

Physical Requirements

The position requires regular standing, sitting, walking, use of hands and fingers, occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting or moving items weighing up to 50 lbs. Work will take place outdoors and in a classroom, frequently noisy, and may involve exposure to bacterial contamination.

Employment Details

Duration: School year (end of August through mid‑June), Monday–Thursday 12:30‑5:30 and Friday 12:00‑5:30 pm. Hours: 20–26 per week, including mentoring time.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base wage $17.50–$20 per hour.
• Possible 50% remission.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sierra Waldorf School is an Equal Opportunity / Affidative Action employer. The school will not tolerate discrimination against any employee based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religious convictions, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To Apply: Please submit an application, resume, cover letter, and three references to [e-mail].