Preschool Lead Teacher
Opening Statement
Waldorf School of the Peninsula (WSP) is seeking a dedicated Preschool Lead Teacher to join our vibrant and nurturing early childhood education program. Our teachers provide developmentally appropriate education that supports the physical, emotional, and social development of each child. Through creative play and outdoor exploration in all seasons, we create opportunities for young children to connect with nature, develop social and emotional skills, and cultivate a sense of wonder about the world.
About
Waldorf School of the Peninsula (Preschool – Grade 12) is celebrating its 40th year of bringing Waldorf education to Northern California. Our school has two beautiful campuses: Preschool through grade 5 in Los Altos and a few miles away in Mountain View are grades 6-12. Our school is a full member of and accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America and fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. WSP is dedicated to hiring dedicated and highly capable faculty and administration. We invest in our learning and growth to best serve the needs of our students, teachers, community, and each other.
Essential Job Duties
Roles and Responsibilities
Each employee is responsible for exhibiting good communication, problem solving and priority setting skills as well as maintaining an overall positive attitude. In collaboration with Waldorf School of the Peninsula administrative staff and early childhood faculty:
- Teach early childhood classes
- Create a nurturing environment for young children and families
- Develop classroom program, curriculum and schedules to ensure pedagogically and developmentally appropriate practices
- Manage classroom staff, providing clear expectations and responsibilities
- Ensure that licensing regulations are followed by all classroom staff
- Work collaboratively and professionally with other early childhood teachers to establish a cohesive early childhood community
- Work collaboratively and professionally with school administration
- Develop avenues of parent communication and education; weekly newsletter, bulletin board, workshops & class meetings, etc.
- Provide ongoing assessments of child progress
- Provide bi-annual Parent and Teacher conferences
- Oversee food service
- Attend division and faculty meetings as required
- Serve on school committees as required
- Establish and maintain relationships with greater early childhood community
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
One of the following:
- Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.
- A current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with the appropriate age-level endorsement issued by the CDA National Credentialing Program of the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition; and at least six months of on-the-job training and/or work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.
- One of the following Child Development Permits issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing:
- Child Development Teacher Permit; or
- Child Development Master Teacher Permit; or
- Child Development Site Supervisor Permit.
- An Early Childhood Teacher must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be able to perform and meet the physical demands required in this capacity (ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel and/or stop most of the time)
- Complete a health screening (no more than 60 days prior to hire date) and negative Tuberculosis test (no more than 1 year prior to hire date)
- Meet the immunization requirements required by the state of CA for early childhood employees
- Must have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain
- Complete a California criminal record clearance via DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearance
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
– 1–2 years of relevant classroom experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
– Teaching experience in a Waldorf school.
– Completion of, or willingness to complete, Waldorf Certification or Waldorf training.
Employment Details
Compensation and Benefits
Waldorf School of the Peninsula provides medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their dependents. A generous tuition remission benefit is available for children of the employee. Compensation for this position is $33-$34 an hour.
To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to hr@waldorfpeninsula.org
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.