Summer Camp Teacher
Summer Camp Teacher
Job Category: Early Childhood and Lower School: Grades 1-5
Opening Statement
Portland Waldorf School is welcoming applications for a Summer Camp Teacher for 2025. Successful candidates will enthusiastically engage students and work collaboratively with colleagues to create an fun and engaging environment aligned with Waldorf pedagogy, our school mission, and program goals. We are seeking individuals who are committed to child- development and Waldorf education.
Portland Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We acknowledge that a diversity of ethnicities, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, gender expressions, sexual orientations, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance our school’s learning environment, and we are committed to cultivating equity and inclusion. We are seeking individuals who are committed to self-development, educational equity and inclusion, and have a willingness to participate in ongoing work related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. People of color and others underrepresented in our community are encouraged to apply.
About
Portland Waldorf School was founded in 1982 and is fully accredited through AWSNA. We serve over 300 students from early childhood through grade twelve on a beautiful seven-acre campus. We offer a full Waldorf curriculum, including eurythmy, handwork, instrumental and choral music, blacksmithing and woodworking, drama, Spanish, Mandarin, games/movement, middle and high school athletics and a high school foreign exchange program.
Essential Job Duties
Responsibilities:
- Lead students in camp activities, such as painting, coloring, circle, story, baking, music, recess, water play, fields trips, games, crafts, rest time, etc.; Make and serve snacks; supervise lunch; Supervise outdoor free play and rest time; Ensure safety of students at all times.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Licensed with Oregon Central Background Registry; Experience in teaching a group of 10-20 children; Interest in learning about and commitment to teaching out of the foundations of Waldorf Education; Ability to engage with children, class management, conflict resolution, and communication; Reliable, punctual, well-organized, and efficient.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Waldorf Teacher Training (completed or in progress); Understanding of or experience in Waldorf education; At least one year experience working with children in a group setting.
Employment Details
This is a non-exempt, hourly position. Compensation is $20.00 per hour. Work hours are Monday through Friday 8am-4pm. Summer camp weeks run from July 7 through August 8, 2025. Benefits offered include paid sick time per the Oregon Sick Leave law.
To Apply
Please send a brief one-page letter of interest, resume, and three professional references, including phone numbers and e-mail addresses to hiring@portlandwaldorf.org.