Teaching Assistants – Grades 1 & 2
Opening Statement
The Washington Waldorf School, located in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking Teaching Assistants to support our teachers in grades 1 and 2, beginning with the 2025-2026 school year.
This is a part-time hourly position with a maximum of 29 hours per week, generally, Monday-Friday mornings. Attendance at weekly department meetings (Tuesday afternoon) as well as meeting with the class teacher will be required.
About
Founded in 1969, Washington Waldorf School operates in the Cabin John/Glen Echo area of Bethesda, MD, just outside of Washington, DC. The school serves 285 students and their families, from ages pre-K through Grade 12. Washington Waldorf cultivates each student’s capacity to think clearly, feel compassionately, and act purposefully in the world. We are committed to the education movement inspired by the pioneering work of Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner and advanced by Waldorf teachers worldwide.
Essential Job Duties
Primary responsibilities include:
- Ability to follow directions from the Class Teacher.
Qualifications
We seek assistants who are enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and patient with a desire to grow as a teacher.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Familiarity or strong interest in Waldorf education is preferred.
- Ability to pass a Maryland Background check.
Employment Details
This is an hourly position with pay at $25 per hour. We offer sick and safe benefits accumulated at 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked. This position does not offer any other benefits, but is a great opportunity to gain experience in a thriving Waldorf school.
To Apply
Washington Waldorf is committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce, and we welcome applications from all interested individuals.
To apply please email a letter of interest and resume to employment@washingtonwaldorf.org with the position title in the subject. Attn: Claudia Berg. No phone calls, please