Substitute Teacher

Waldorf; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waldorf School of St. Louis invites qualified professionals to join our community as substitute teachers across Early Childhood, Kindergarten, and Grades 1–8. We value compassionate educators who engage students through hands-on, multidisciplinary learning aligned with Waldorf practices.

You will support a warm, collaborative school culture, uphold policies, and maintain confidentiality while contributing to a respectful learning environment. Prior Waldorf interest or experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to uphold school policies and protect confidentiality
• Strong time-management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts classroom activities providing individualized experiences
• Performs classroom teaching duties
• Responsible for health, safety and welfare of students

Skills

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Passion for education

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Join us at The Waldorf School of St. Louis, where we differ from other schools in the St. Louis area. Our students are taught through drawing, painting, music, handwork, speech, storytelling, sculpting, and more! We are looking for engaging professionals, with experience, and compassion who understand best practices in teaching, and are interested in collaborative and multidisciplinary approaches. Gain valuable classroom experience while supporting a wonderful community. Opportunities for substitute teaching are available in Early Childhood, Kindergarten, and Grades 1 through 8.

Qualifications

Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately both verbally and in writing

Ability to uphold school policies and protocols and to maintain confidentiality when needed

Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to balance multiple, diverse projects simultaneously

A passion for education and experience with or interest in learning more about Waldorf Education

Ability and desire to work collaboratively with others and work in ways that embody WSSL’s values of diversity, collaboration, respect, spiritual connection, and striving

Responsibilities

Plans and conducts classroom activities that provide individual developmental experiences for students

Performs classroom teaching duties

Responsible for the health, safety, and personal welfare of assigned students