Lower School Assistant Teacher

AWSNA: Assoc. of Waldorf Schools of N. America; Wilton (NH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Job summary

High Mowing School is seeking a Lower School Assistant Teacher to join our experienced faculty for 2026-27, supporting first through third graders. The assistant works closely with lead teachers and a team of colleagues to provide a warm Waldorf experience for our youngest students.

Ideal candidates have experience with early childhood or elementary settings, and credentials are preferred. This position is part-time with flexible schedules, and we value dependability and collaboration with the

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in early childhood and/or grades settings.
• Certification or other educational credentials preferred.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher and support the whole class, small groups and individual students.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher and experienced colleagues.
• Provide a caring Waldorf experience for our youngest grades students.

Education

Certification or credentials preferred

Job description

High Mowing School is looking for an individual to join our experienced and collaborative faculty as a Lower School Assistant Teacher, working with first through third grades for 2026-27. The Lower School assistant works closely with the lead class teachers and a team of experienced colleagues to provide a caring and warm Waldorf experience for our youngest grades students.

About

High Mowing School is home to over 330 preschool–grade 12 day and boarding students. We are committed to fostering a caring, respectful, and diverse community where academic success, personal growth, and social responsibility are highly valued and fostered.

In 2017, Pine Hill Waldorf School merged with High Mowing School, creating a thriving, integrated preschool–12 school that offers students, families, and teachers more opportunities. The Parent Association is actively leading an engaged parent body interested in supporting teachers and families.

HMS is centrally situated on a hilltop among rolling farmland in scenic southern New Hampshire, spanning over 300 acres. The Town of Wilton is only 1-3 hours away from a variety of experiences in any direction— the big city in Boston, MA; camping and incredible foliage in central NH; the charming New England seacoast in Portland, ME, or Cape Cod, MA; or great skiing and shopping in Burlington, VT. Travel a bit further to Montreal in Quebec, Canada, for a weekend with an international feel.

Southern NH is home to many anthroposophical pursuits: our next-door neighbor is the Temple-Wilton Community Farm, a long-established biodynamic CSA; the Center for Anthroposophy and NH Anthroposophical Society hold many educational and community opportunities; there are two local lifesharing communities and a variety of alternative health providers.

HMS is accredited by AWSNA, WECAN, and NEASC.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is experienced in working with children in early childhood and/or grades school settings. Certification or other educational credentials preferred. Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs is a plus. Creative and enthusiastic, they enjoy serving the learning needs of elementary aged children and seek a school with a strong vision, energetic colleagues, and clear leadership. The assistant role will work with the whole class, small groups and individual students.

Dependability, flexibility, and the ability to joyfully collaborate with the lead teacher are key attributes to the candidate’s success.

Employment Details

Scheduling follows the school calendar. Several part-time positions with differing work week schedules are available.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Interested candidates should email HMS hiring team at [e-mail] with a resume, letter of interest, and an HMS Employment Application. More information on HMS website https://www.highmowing.org/employment. HMS will respond to qualified candidates only.