Kindergarten Assistant Teacher

This is a 1.0 FTE faculty position.

Start date: August 2026.

Summary:

The Kindergarten Assistant is a trained Waldorf teacher or enrolled in a Waldorf Teacher Training program. The assistant must have an understanding of kindergarten life as well as an interest in the school as a whole. The assistant will help the lead teacher in all aspects of the kindergarten class and is an example to the children. The teachers, as examples, must always show care for themselves, for each other, for their work, and the children. Flexibility, presence, and a cooperative spirit are required in order to create a harmonious environment for the children to receive the lead teacher and the assistant as a guiding unit.

SFWS asks all employees to proactively commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to create an environment where all members of the community can flourish. Diversity is celebrated and employees of color are welcomed, valued, and supported.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the physical, social, and emotional needs of the children
• Observing the children and supporting their engagement with activities at hand
• Conducting activities with a sense of order and rhythm
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work
• Caring for the classroom and materials with daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning and care
• Stocking and preparing classroom materials (beeswax, drawing and painting paper, cleaning supplies)
• Preparing weekly snacks with children, engaging them in all aspects
• Lead all extended day activity (rest, snack, and dismissal) with ASP provider (12:45pm-2:15pm)
• Keeping track of and purchasing snack and craft supplies
• Memorizing and telling fairy and folk tales
• Assisting with craft projects and seasonal gifts preparation

• Trained Waldorf teacher or enrolled in a Waldorf Teacher Training program
• Understanding of kindergarten life and interest in the school as a whole
• Flexibility, presence, and a cooperative spirit