Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Job at Green Meadow Waldorf School, Chestnut Ridge, NY, Chestnut Ridge, NY

U01kRWpZdk12c2pqNHVDYzcwa2RwMkpSZFE9PQ==
  • Green Meadow Waldorf School, Chestnut Ridge, NY
  • Chestnut Ridge, NY

Job Description

Green Meadow Waldorf School is looking for a Part-Time Assistant Teacher to support our new early childhood class opening in the 2025-2026 school year. Applicants must have a love for working with children as well as an interest and willingness to be active in outdoor work including gardening and animal care. 

The assistant teacher works under the supervision and guidance of the Class Teacher; the Assistant Teacher’s main task is to support the class teacher and the work of the classroom and outdoor environment. The teachers model a relationship based on mutual respect, trust and joy for working together. As an education professional, maintaining confidentiality is required.

Skills

  • Interest in working with children under the lead teachers guidance
  • Enjoy daily active engagement in work (for example gardening and animal care) 
  • Enjoy domestic activities such as preparing snack, dish washing…
  • Be attentive to all areas involving the safety and well-being of the children
  • Be a quiet but active presence in the classroom
  • Work with children one-to-one and in a small group
  • Be open and receptive to suggestions 
  • Radiate a joyful inner mood
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Re-direct parental questions to the lead teacher

Our beautiful school is located on a 140 acre campus that includes a farm, forests, streams, and gardens. Our Farm Kindergarten is on the Duryea Farm, a working biodynamic farm., and all kindergarten classes spend time on the farm.

Training & Education:  

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, ideally in a Waldorf setting. Waldorf teacher training is preferred, but not required. The assistant positions offer opportunities to continue education in early childhood education.

This is a paid hourly position. Hours are from 8:30am - 2:30pm, 5 days a week including a 30 minutes paid break, or as arranged.

Opportunities to work in the school summer programs may be available.

Interested candidates please send a letter of interest and resume with 3 references to Masha Pitel at [email protected]

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Summer work, Outdoor, 2 days per week,

Similar Jobs

Enterprise

Accounting Internship Summer 2025 Job at Enterprise

 ...Overview Gain real-world business, accounting, and financial training that will teach you all aspects of financial management pertaining...  ...office in Romulus MI. This is a Full-Time Summer Internship beginning May ending in August 2026 and pays $19.00 / hour... 

Baylor Scott & White Health

OB/GYN Gynecology & Obstetrics Physician Job at Baylor Scott & White Health

 ...Gynecologists to join an outstanding and growing OB/GYN program. This OBGYN group is part of a...  ...a highly collaborative group of 6 OBGYN physicians with plans to expand MFM, REI and mid-...  ...paid time off Excellent Relocation Assistance packages Note: Benefits may vary... 

EIS Holdings, LLC

Construction Supervisor - Demo & Abatement Job at EIS Holdings, LLC

 ...Holding, the nation's premier environmental remediation firm, our Construction Supervisors are the first on site for commercial demolition and renovation projects, removing hazardous materials and making public spaces safer for everyone. From schools and hospitals to... 

Service Corporation International

Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Tech Job at Service Corporation International

 ...service provider in the funeral industry is seeking a Grounds Specialist in Amarillo, Texas. This entry-level role involves maintaining cemetery grounds, using various landscaping tools and equipment. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, experience in... 

FORCE PRESSURE CONTROL LLC

Service Operator | Frac Stack, Greasing, and Surface Pressure Control Job at FORCE PRESSURE CONTROL LLC

 ...Pressure Control is seeking professional, safety-oriented field personnel who have experience operating the following equipment classes: frac valves, accumulators, greasing systems, torque units. Additional experience operating pressure control manifolds and monitoring...