Kindergarten Assistant for Fall 2026

Live Oak Waldorf School; Meadow Vista (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Paid time off

Sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

Live Oak Waldorf School in Meadow Vista, California is seeking a Kindergarten Assistant for the school year 2026-2027. The role involves managing classroom activities, supervising children, and supporting in all aspects of the Kindergarten program under the lead teacher's guidance.

Ideal candidates will have at least 200 contact hours with Kindergarten-age children and some Waldorf Early Childhood coursework experience. Compensation ranges from $21 to $23 per hour, along with benefits like paid time off and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 200 contact hours with Kindergarten-age children.
• Experience in a Waldorf Early Childhood classroom.
• At least one week in Waldorf Early Childhood coursework education.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare for classroom activities.
• Supervise children during class hours and independent play.
• Prepare snacks and maintain housekeeping in the classroom.
• Support during story time and circle activities.

Skills

Experience with Kindergarten-age children

Classroom management

Waldorf Early Childhood education

Education

Waldorf Early Childhood coursework

Job description

Live Oak Waldorf School is seeking a Kindergarten Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The Kindergarten assistant, under the direction of the primary teacher, is responsible for assisting in providing quality care in support of the Kindergarten program needs of the school community. The assistant participates in all aspects of classroom work at the direction of the lead teacher, including managing and preparing for classroom activities, supervising children during regular class hours and independent play, preparing snack, housekeeping and classroom care, handwork support, participation and support in story time and circle time (singing, finger games, movement activities), helping children to clean and tidy the classroom, and child observation.

Example of Duties

• Managing and preparing for classroom activities
• Supervision of children during regular class hours and independent play
• Preparing snack
• Housekeeping and upkeep/care of classroom
• Handwork support
• Participation and support in story time and circle time (singing, finger games, movement activities)
• Support in story time and circle time, helping children to clean and tidy the classroom, and child observation

Requirements

• Minimum 200 contact hours with Kindergarten‑age children
• Experience in a Waldorf Early Childhood classroom
• At least one week in Waldorf Early Childhood coursework education

Hours

Hours are from 7:45 am–2:00 pm Monday–Friday during the school year, with occasional weekend or evening duties. Assistants have an additional one hour weekly for mentoring, 20 hours of work before and after the school year, and 20 hours for meetings and/or festival preparations per the lead teacher.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation for this position shall be an hourly rate of $21–$23 based on experience. Benefits include tuition remission, paid time off, sick leave, bereavement leave, and ongoing professional development.

Contact Information

Please send cover letter and resume to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

Live Oak Waldorf School is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills and performance, and are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.