The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is searching for a First Grade Class Teacher to start July 1, 2024 and to lead our Class of 2032 through Eighth Grade.

If you are a flexible, enthusiastic teacher who wishes to participate wholeheartedly in the life of the school, we would like to hear from you.

To join our team of teaching staff you will have a BA, be fully trained in Waldorf Education, or on your way to becoming fully qualified, and you’ll have a history of collegial work, parent education, and communication. You may wish to know that our school actively encourages and supports professional development through mentoring support and attending courses and conferences.

The School offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including healthcare, dental, and significant opportunities for professional development.

Our love, reverence, and respect for childhood are reflected in our collegial community of teachers, a diverse mix of seasoned professionals and those who are relatively new to teaching in a Waldorf school. A magnet for creative, community-minded people, our school seeks to foster and support thoughtful, socially conscious, and engaged adults. We actively seek candidates who demonstrate a real commitment to diversity and multiculturalism in education. With a maximum of 24 students in our grades classes, we seek candidates with experience of working with diverse and active groups of students.

To apply, send a letter, your resume, and contact information for three professional references to Dr. Becca Torregrossa, Faculty Administrator, at employment@phillywaldorf.com

Are you an enthusiastic teacher with a passion for igniting the imagination and fostering a lifelong love of learning in your students? Are you committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student body? Do you have a desire to participate wholeheartedly in community life?

We are seeking a Grade School Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. To join our dynamic team you’ll already have a BA, and you’ll either be fully trained in Waldorf education, or on your way to becoming fully qualified. You adopt a holistic approach to teaching that aligns with Waldorf pedagogy and values and you consider all aspects of child development, including the need for differentiated learning approaches.

Our love, reverence, and respect for childhood are reflected in our collegial community of teachers, a diverse mix of seasoned professionals and those who are relatively new to teaching in a Waldorf school. A magnet for creative, community-minded people, our school seeks to foster and support thoughtful, socially conscious, and engaged adults.

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including healthcare, dental, and significant opportunities for professional development.

To apply, send a letter, your resume, and contact information for three professional references to Dr. Becca Torregrossa, Faculty Administrator, at employment@phillywaldorf.com

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is searching for a Spanish Teacher to start July 1, 2024 and lead our Spanish Language program for grades 1-8.

If you are a flexible, enthusiastic teacher who wishes to participate wholeheartedly in the life of the school, we would like to hear from you.

To join our team of teaching staff you will have a BA, and a proven track record of successful Spanish language teaching at the elementary and middle school levels. An advanced degree in Spanish pedagogy or a related field is preferred but not required. Waldorf certification is also preferred, but not required. Our school actively encourages and supports professional development through mentoring support and attending courses and conferences.

The school offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including healthcare, dental, and significant opportunities for professional development.

Our love, reverence, and respect for childhood are reflected in our collegial community of teachers, a diverse mix of seasoned professionals and those who are relatively new to teaching in a Waldorf school. A magnet for creative, community-minded people, our school seeks to foster and support thoughtful, socially conscious, and engaged adults. We actively seek candidates who demonstrate a real commitment to diversity and multiculturalism in education.

To apply, send a letter of interest, your resume, and contact information for three professional references to Dr. Becca Torregrossa, Faculty Administrator, at employment@phillywaldorf.com

Are you grounded, socially conscious and community-minded? Do you love to cook? Do you like being in nature and the great outdoors? If so, come join our Early Childhood team.

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is seeking Early Childhood Assistants to support our lead teachers as they deliver an intentional Waldorf curriculum to children ages 2-6. Our Early Childhood Program is grounded in rhythmic daily activities that includes cooking, crafting, self-care, rest, and outdoor free play. Make a difference in the lives of young children!

This is an hourly paid, academic year (early September to early June) position. The Classroom Assistant is expected to arrive in the classroom by 8:00 a.m. each day, ready to begin their tasks by 8:15 a.m., and remain on campus until 3:30 p.m.

A qualified candidate for this position should:
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in working with children.
- Have flexibility and good time management throughout the rhythm of the day as directed by the teacher.
- Be prepared to go outside comfortably in all types of weather every day.
- Be willing to grow and adapt based on guidance from the teacher, to assist in the classroom based on the philosophy and child development of the Waldorf Education.
- Possess dedication, positive attitude, a quiet presence, and the ability to carry through routine with care, love and attention.

Physical Demands of Job:
The Early Childhood Assistant must be able to repetitively bend, stretch and stoop and lift children. Must be able to move light furniture and bulk food ingredients. Must be able to fully maintain sight and sound child supervision and be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather, accompanying children throughout the campus, including wooded areas, uneven and steep dirt paths, stairs etc.

Join our circle of dedicated, innovative and engaged educators by sending a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three professional references to employment@phillywaldorf.com

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is seeking dependable and active individuals to join our team of substitute teachers. As an hourly paid substitute, you'll become an invaluable member of our community. You will support our faculty with our students' general care in either the Early Childhood Program or the Grades Program and your varied duties will include, but not be limited to, monitoring recess and outdoor play, classroom management, and the supervision of students.

Our ideal substitute teacher will have classroom teaching experience and the ability to form warm relationships with children, a high school diploma or higher. CPR/First Aid training and all relevant State and Federal clearances to work in a school setting are a plus but don't worry if you don't have these because we'll support you through these processes as part of our onboarding.

Please email a letter of inquiry and resume to employment@phillywaldorf.com.

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is searching for enthusiastic and responsible camp counselors for the 2024 summer season.

Counselors will work with campers from three to twelve years old for full days for the duration of camp from June 17-August 14, 2024. Responsibilities include supervising campers and keeping them safe, planning camp activities, learning and implementing emergency protocol efforts to ensure safety, leading activities, and encouraging children to come up with ideas. You will communicate with parents as needed by providing updates where required and answering questions about the camp. Counselors provide guidance and motivation, and support all campers.

To apply, send your resume and a letter of interest to employment@phillywaldorf.com.

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is seeking reliable, dynamic, and energetic individuals to join our afternoon and Extended Day Team. Our Extended Day Program consists of early childhood and grade school groups.

The person in this position typically “floats” in our early childhood classrooms, or subs throughout the school as needed, from 1:00pm - 3:15pm. From 3:15pm - 6:00pm they help to supervise our after school program.

The mission of the Philly Waldorf Extended Day program is to create a welcoming, fun, and engaged community made up of students within our Early Childhood and Grades programs. Early Childhood students are held in a program which is an extension of their school day rhythm and routines, while the grade school students have the opportunity to participate in varying activities. They may also choose to have indoor or outdoor free play, games or homework help.

Team members are expected to demonstrate enthusiasm, patience, creativity, and common sense.

Qualifications include an interest in Waldorf Education and experience working with children. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, but life experience is also considered. An openness and commitment to cultivating an inclusive community actively striving to create a sense of belonging in students is important.

To initiate your application, please send a letter of introduction and your resume to employment@phillywaldorf.com.