Early Childhood AfternoonTeachers and Assistants
A Nursery through Eighth Grade school, Mountain Laurel Waldorf School was founded in 1983 by a group of parents searching for an educational alternative for their children. The school is housed in a charming Victorian mansion, circa 1876, which is within walking distance from the village center of New Paltz, Historic Huguenot Street (the oldest street in America), the State University of New York (SUNY) campus, and a large community playground and village green where our elementary school children play.
Located in the beautiful Mid-Hudson Valley, New Paltz is approximately ninety miles from New York City. It is home to many active artists and ecological groups. Covering the pristine Shawangunk Ridge, Minnewaska State Park, the adjoining Mohonk Preserve, as well as the renowned Mohonk Mountain House nature preserve have miles of hiking and biking trails. In addition, two major centers of Anthroposophical endeavor, Spring Valley with Sunbridge College and Hawthorne Valley are close by.
The school currently has a mandate group system of governance and a committed College with an active and supportive Board of Trustees. Our staff numbers 25.
Mountain Laurel Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We acknowledge that a diversity of ethnicities, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, gender expressions, sexual orientations, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance our school’s learning environment, and we are committed to cultivating equity and inclusion. People of color and others unrepresented in our community are encouraged to apply.
The Afternoon Lead Teacher maintains the class environment while caring for the children with the help of the assistants and under the tutelage of the Lead Early Childhood Teacher. They create a warm supportive atmosphere, help prepare meals, lead rest time, and care for the physical space of the classroom and outdoor play yard consistent with Waldorf Early Childhood Education methods and practices.
Children are aged 3-6 years old.
Responsibilities Include:
Lead Teacher and Assistants needed: Hourly Position
Minimum Qualifications: Training in Waldorf Early Childhood pedagogy and experience teaching in a Waldorf Early Childhood setting or a desire to learn the Waldorf methods.
- preparation of room materials and activities
- lead nap time and, indoor & outdoor playtime
- collaborating with the lead teacher and assistants to support the children in their care
- helping with school-wide festivals and celebrations
- attending weekly Early Childhood faculty meetings
- preparing the snack of the day
- assisting children while in the bathroom
- tidying up after school
5 days per week, 11am – 3:30pm.
How to Apply: If you are interested in joining us at Mountain Laurel Waldorf School, please email a letter of interest along with a resume, which includes a brief biography and at least two references, to the attention of the Personnel Committee: personnel@mountainlaurel.org.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Grade levels:
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
School type:
Ability to Commute:
- New Paltz, NY 12561 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New Paltz, NY 12561: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person