[Priority Listing] The Waldorf School of Garden City is seeking a Lead Nursery Class Teacher

Waldorf School of Garden City; Village of Garden City (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Lead Nursery Class Teacher to join their vibrant Early Childhood Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to foster creativity and initiative in young learners while working alongside a diverse and collaborative faculty. The ideal candidate will possess a warm disposition and a deep understanding of child development, contributing to a nurturing and enriching environment. With a focus on mentorship and professional growth, this position promises to be rewarding both personally and professionally. Join a community that values diverse perspectives and is committed to inclusive education.

Benefits

Rich mentorship program

Paid professional development

Collaborative colleagues

Support from Early Childhood Program Chair

Leadership growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

School-funded HSA

Qualifications

• Completed Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training.
• Commitment to creating a nurturing learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing learning environment for young children.
• Engage collaboratively with faculty to enrich educational community.

Skills

Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training

Understanding of child development

Warmth and joyful disposition

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The Waldorf School of Garden City is seeking a Lead Nursery Class Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.

Our diverse faculty works out of Rudolf Steiner’s picture of child development and, through collaborative engagement, strives to create an environment of creativity and initiative. Our school adheres to the Shared Agreements of WECAN and the Eight Principles of Waldorf Education put forth by AWSNA. We believe that diverse perspectives enrich our educational community and encourage applications from BIPOC candidates and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Ideal candidates will possess warmth, a joyful disposition, and a commitment to deepening their understanding of child development and creating a nurturing learning environment for young children.

This position offers the opportunity to join a well-established Early Childhood Program with three Nurseries, three Mixed Age Kindergartens, and a robust Parent and Child program.

Nursery Teachers enjoy:

• A rich mentorship program
• Paid professional development
• Collaborative colleagues
• Support from an Early Childhood Program School Chair
• Leadership growth opportunities

Applicants must have completed Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training and hold a Bachelor’s Degree.

We provide competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, and disability insurance, a school-funded HSA, a retirement account, and a salary range of $55,000 to $85,000.

For more information, visit www.waldorfgarden.org. Interested candidates should email their resume, three professional references, and a letter of intent to Faculty Chair Kelly O’Halogan at [e-mail].