Waldorf-Style Assistant Teacher | Full-Time Benefits

The Woodland School; Amherst (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

The Woodland School in Virginia invites applications for a Full-Time Assistant Teacher to join our founding faculty for Fall 2026. The 12‑month salaried position runs 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with health benefits.

The Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in supervising children aged 2 to 6 and helps create a warm, developmentally appropriate classroom. Prior child care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience caring for young children preferred.
• Experience in Waldorf or nature-based early childhood education is welcome but not required.
• Waldorf teacher training will be provided during professional development workshops.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children to ensure safety and comfort.
• Support Lead Teacher during whole-class activities and model desired behavior.
• Maintain welcoming, clean, and orderly classroom and playground.
• Supervise free play, nature walks, gardening, arts and crafts.
• Assist with diapering and bathroom needs.
• Communicate warmly with families and fellow faculty.
• Participate in faculty meetings and training, meet PD requirements, maintain certifications.
• Attend occasional evening and weekend events.
• Contribute to the well-being of The Woodland School.

Skills

Caring

Dependable

Imaginative play

Waldorf education exposure

Job description

The Woodland School in Virginia invites applications for a Full-Time Assistant Teacher to join our founding faculty for Fall 2026. The 12‑month salaried position runs 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with health benefits.

The Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in supervising children aged 2 to 6 and helps create a warm, developmentally appropriate classroom. Prior child care experience is preferred.