Early Childhood Extended Day Teacher

Tucson Waldorf School is seeking an Early Childhood Extended Day Teacher for the 2035-26 School Year

About Us:

The Tucson Waldorf School, celebrating its 30th anniversary, is a thriving educational institution situated in the scenic foothills of the Catalina Mountains. With over 200 students from Nursery through 8th grade, we offer six early childhood classes, including parent-child, nursery, and kindergarten. Accredited by AWSNA and WECAN, our school prides itself on fostering a rich and diverse learning community.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking dedicated part-time Early Childhood Extended Day Teachers to join our team for the ‘24-25 school year. The Extended Day teacher plays a pivotal role in the classroom, providing additional support in the second half of the school day to the lead and assistant teachers in various tasks, including organizing materials, transitioning children into and out of nap time, and ensuring the well-being of our young children during the latter part of their day.

Current Needs for 25-26 School Year:

• Kindergarten position: 10:30-3:45 M-F

Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead and assistant teacher in organizing classroom materials and activities.
• Maintain a warm and balanced demeanor while interacting with children aged 2.5-6.
• Embrace and implement essential indications of Waldorf pedagogy.
• Occasionally, assume the assistant teacher role in the absence of the primary instructor(s), managing all tasks and activities effectively.

Requirements:

• Ability to maintain a warm and balanced demeanor while working with young children.
• Openness to learning and implementing Waldorf pedagogical principles.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• The capacity to be outside for long periods in all weather conditions
• Able to kneel, sit, and bend to the ground with ease throughout the day
• Experience in early childhood education is preferred

Additional Information:

• This position is part-time and hourly.
• Benefits include partial tuition remission and paid time off
• In-Service Week August 11-15
• School begins for the Early Childhood program on August 21, 2025

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to [email protected]

Join our team and be part of a nurturing environment dedicated to the holistic development of young children at the Tucson Waldorf School!

Note: A more detailed job description will be provided during the interview process.