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.

Applicants must be committed to equity and diversity and willing to contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment, as well as be committed to self-development and excellence in teaching, collaboration and professionalism among colleagues, devotion to a nurturing and loving classroom environment, and responsibility to families and the greater community.

Questions and application for the following positions can be sent to employment@waldorfpittsburgh.org:

Manager / Director of Business Operations

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is an independent school in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh, committed to developing the human potential of every child enrolled here by fostering each child’s capacity to become an independent, thinking, compassionate, courageous, and purposeful human being. We educate head, heart, and hands.

Job Title: Manager / Director of Business Operations (dependent upon experience)

Collaborates with and reports to: Head of School

Position: Responsible for the overall management of the school’s financial activities

Management of the day-to-day financial and accounting activities of the school, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing
Work with school leadership to monitor monthly expenses, develop the annual budget, and ensure compliance with appropriate policies and procedures
Through independent financial analysis and partnering with the school faculty and administration, help to optimize expenses and revenues, and remain aligned with the school’s mission and philosophy

Required Technical Skills:

Strong organization skills
Working knowledge of accounting including (A/R, A/P, and Payroll)
Ability to construct and maintain a financial budget
Ability to work collaboratively with the School Leadership, faculty, staff, and families
Familiarity with HR procedures

The successful candidate will be able to:

Support the school leadership and provide clear financial performance guidance
Work proactively with the faculty and administration to monitor expenses and facilitate decision-making
This is a hands-on position requiring an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work independently, and effectively communicate with all stakeholders
Maintain confidentiality

Provided Benefits:

Annual Salary
90% Tuition Remission for Nursery – 8th-grade dependents enrolled at the school
Medical Benefits
School 403 B Program

Lead Class Teacher

The Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for a Class Teacher for the Grades Program. Class teachers usually remain with their classes for several years and should be comfortable teaching students in Grades 1–8.

About WSP:

Established in 1993, Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is a mature Waldorf school serving about 200 students each year, committed to equity, and looking to diversify our staff. Our mission is to foster each child’s capacity to become an independent thinking, compassionate, courageous, and purposeful human being.

WSP offers a child care program, parent child program, Nursery and Kindergarten classes and 1st through 8th grade classes. We are a Member of WECAN and accredited through AWSNA and PAIS. We have a cohesive, strong faculty and administration, an active parent body, and a supportive Board of Trustees.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates have either completed or are in the process of completing their Waldorf teacher certification, hold a Pennsylvania teaching certificate, have experience leading a classroom, and hold a Bachelor’s degree.

Compensation:

Position is salaried.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision; 90% tuition remission and 100% discount on Extended Care program for enrolled children; school breaks and personal vacation days, sick days, and one professional day.

To Apply:

To apply, please send the following to employment@waldorfpittsburgh.org:

resume
cover letter
a one to two page biography describing your interest in this position
three references

Primary Grades Assistant

The Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently seeking a primary grades assistant teacher (grades 1-3) for the 2025–2026 school year.

Position Overview

The Assistant Teacher works collaboratively with Lead Teachers to help maintain the integrity and quality of WSP Primary Grades program. The ideal candidate has experience and/or training in working with primary grades children. Musical and artistic abilities, kindness, warmth, patience, energy, and a genuine dedication to Waldorf education are assets for this position. The assistant teacher works from 8am until 4pm on all regular school days. Additionally, the Assistant Teacher:

provides instructional support during morning lesson, practice periods, and artistic periods.
leads instructional classes in grades two and three
supports and provides coverage for lunch periods and snack periods
attends and supports parent evenings, parent-teacher conferences, and field trips as needed.
attends special events to support the students and teachers in the primary grades
works one-on-one with students to support behavioral and academic goals based on the lead teachers’ input

Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Assistants must have a genuine interest in Waldorf Education and Pedagogy.
B.A. in Education or related field is preferred.
Completed and updated Act 33, 34 and FBI Clearances. Pennsylvania mandated reporter training must be completed within 90 days of hire.

Compensation

$17.50/hour

To apply, please send the following to employment@waldorfpittsburgh.org:

cover letter
resume
3 references (for contacting)

Grades and Early Childhood Substitute Teachers

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently accepting applications for substitutes in our Grades and Early Childhood Program for the 2025–2026 school year. .

Position Overview

Grades applicants must possess a BA in Elementary Education or a related field, and experience working with children ranging in age from 6–14 years old is preferred. A PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Background Check and FBI Fingerprinting are required. Applicants must be available from 7:45am–3:00pm.

Early Childhood 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:

$16.50/hour for assistant teacher positions

$18.00/hour for lead teacher positions

To apply, please send the following:

resume
letter of interest (include availability)
three references
clearances required upon hire

Extended Care Teachers

The Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently seeking an assistant teacher to work in our extended care program during the 2025–2026 school year.

Position Overview:

Shifts are Monday–Friday afternoons, from 2:15 p.m.–5:00 p.m. We are looking for a candidate to work all shifts and will give highest priority to applicants who have this availability. We are open to working with candidates who are looking for more flexible options. Teachers will work with early childhood and grade students (ages 3 to 12) in our Extended Care Program. Teachers will help prepare an afternoon snack and facilitate activities during after school hours. Staff members work collaboratively with school faculty to maintain the integrity and quality of Waldorf School of Pittsburgh programs. Applications are accepted until positions are filled.

Qualifications:

Assistant Teacher
- Candidates must have a genuine interest in Waldorf education and pedagogy.
- High school diploma and at least two years documented experience working with children required.
- Must be knowledgeable of physical, social, developmental and the emotional needs of children.
- Clearances required upon hire.