Waldorf Early Childhood Assistant: Warm Classroom Support

AWSNA: Assoc. of Waldorf Schools of N. America; Cornelius (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Swallowtail School in Cornelius, OR seeks a warm, dependable Early Childhood Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in a Waldorf program for PreK–Grade 8 students. The role emphasizes warmth, safety, and community, with a farm-connected, nature‑oriented setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with morning rhythms, leading afternoon sessions, and collaborating on prep, meetings, and student supervision. Requires CPR/First Aid and Oregon background clearance.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Waldorf education
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications
• Maintain enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry
• Annual completion of 15 hours of relevant training
• Completion of Safety Set trainings before first day

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in the morning rhythm of the classroom
• Lead the full day afternoon program, including rest, snack, and additional activity or play time
• Lead morning session when Lead Teacher is out, based on established lesson plans
• Assist with classroom prep and set‑up in the mornings before class, including materials, snack
• Participate in regular mentoring meetings with Lead Teacher, set professional growth goals
• Attentive supervision of students with an eye to safety at all times
• Model appropriate behavior and work worthy of imitation
• Demonstrate warmth, compassion and love while holding appropriate boundaries with children
• Daily care to maintain a clean and orderly classroom
• Attending Early Childhood meetings, as needed
• Other relevant tasks as assigned by Class Lead or Early Childhood Chair

Skills

Warmth

Compassion

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

Waldorf Education dedication

CPR & First Aid Certification

Food Handlers Certification

Oregon Background Registry enrollment

Annual 15 hours of training

Safety Set trainings

Job description

Swallowtail School in Cornelius, OR seeks a warm, dependable Early Childhood Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in a Waldorf program for PreK–Grade 8 students. The role emphasizes warmth, safety, and community, with a farm-connected, nature‑oriented setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with morning rhythms, leading afternoon sessions, and collaborating on prep, meetings, and student supervision. Requires CPR/First Aid and Oregon background clearance.