Career Opportunities

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh provides the opportunity for growth not only to its students, but also to its employees. This is a critical component of our efforts. With the support of their colleagues, faculty and staff work collaboratively and individually to ensure that they bring their fullest selves to their classrooms or offices each day. Our work environment is grounded in mutual respect, tolerance, and communication.

 

Applicants for open positions should familiarize themselves with the school’s mission and values, which are always at the core of our work. We seek teachers and staff with an open-minded interest in the philosophy of Waldorf Education. While our employees are often experienced Waldorf educators, we also welcome applicants new to Waldorf Education who have expressed a serious interest in contributing to a Waldorf community.

 

As an employer, Waldorf School of Pittsburgh’s goal is to celebrate diversity and equal opportunity by creating a staff reflective of the community we strive to create and serve. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all races, colors, religions, gender identities, national origins, ages, sexual orientations, and abilities. All hiring decisions are made solely on the basis of professional qualifications and references. 

 

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently accepting applications for the following position(s):

Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

 

The Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently accepting applications for the position of Early Childhood Classroom Assistant for the 2021-2022 school year. Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:45am– 3:00pm.

 

Position Overview

The Assistant Teachers work collaboratively with the Lead Teachers and other members of the Early Childhood Faculty/Staff to maintain the integrity and quality of Waldorf Early Childhood programs. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have two years of verifiable work with children or a B.A. in Education or a related field. Kindness, warmth, patience, energy, and a genuine dedication to Waldorf Education are assets for this position.

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Assistant responsibilities will include but are not limited to:​

  • supporting the lead teacher in all classroom activities

  • caring for spaces/cleanliness

  • snack preparation

  • supervising outdoor and indoor play

  • adhering to Waldorf School of Pittsburgh employee guidelines

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To familiarize yourself with Waldorf education, please visit whywaldorfworks.org and browse the content on the website.

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Additional Requirements:

  • PA State Police Clearance

  • Child Abuse History Clearance

  • FBI Clearance (DHS version)

  • NSOR Certificate

  • Mandated Reporter Training

  • Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training preferred

  • Health assessments

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To apply, please send the following: 

  1. cover letter

  2. resume

  3. three professional references

 

Please send applications to employment@waldorfpittsburgh.org.

 

Email applications are preferred.

 

Complete materials may also be sent to:

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh
201 S. Winebiddle Street
Pittsburgh, PA, 15224
Attn. Early Childhood Hiring

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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: starts at $13.00 per hour

Early Childhood Substitute Teachers

 

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently accepting applications for substitutes in our Early Childhood Program for the 2020–2021 school year.

 

Position Overview

Substitute Teachers will assist the Lead Teacher in caring for children in mixed age Kindergarten, Nursery and Childcare classrooms. Substitutes’ duties will include snack preparation, maintaining a clean classroom and assisting the Lead Teacher in classroom activities as needed. Applicants must possess a high school diploma and have two years of verifiable work with children or a B.A. in Education or a related field. A PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI background check and FBI Fingerprinting are required. Compensation is $11.50/hour.

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To familiarize yourself with Waldorf education, please visit whywaldorfworks.org or browse the content on this website.

 

To apply, please send the following: 

  1. cover letter

  2. resume

  3. three professional references

 

Please send applications to employment@waldorfpittsburgh.org.

 

Email applications are preferred.

 

Complete materials may also be sent to:

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh
201 S. Winebiddle Street
Pittsburgh, PA, 15224
Attn. Hiring