Lead Early Childhood After School Care Teacher

About

The Eugene Waldorf School is looking for a Lead Early Childhood After School Care Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Established in 1980, our school provides a comprehensive Waldorf education to students in preschool through eighth grade. Located in Eugene, Oregon, our four-acre campus is nestled in the southwest hills and offers a vibrant, artistic, and eco-conscious community.

Essential Job Duties

• Teach a classroom of 10-20 mixed age students (2.5 – 6 years old) in the after school care program according to Waldorf principles and applicable state licensing requirements for child care programs.
• Provide child care for a mixed age group of 10-20 students (pk – 5th grade) during fall and winter parent-teacher conferences.
• Work with one or more teachers to support the group of children in the program
• Work cooperatively with colleagues to uphold the mission, integrity, and values of the school
• Prepare classroom and materials before the start of the school year and each day school is in session
• Create and carry out a well-planned age-appropriate Waldorf-based after school care curriculum including story telling, singing songs, practical and artistic work, puppet shows, seasonal and birthday celebrations, etc.
• Assume full responsibility for children during the afternoon
• Participate and supervise students in emergency drills: fire, earthquake, safety threat, etc.
• Provide first aid as needed
• Fill out injury reports when needed and notify Director of any serious/reportable injuries immediately
• Fill out medication logs when needed
• Supervise nap time
• Prepare, supervise and participate in snack time
• Supervise indoor activities and ensure the room is free of safety hazards
• Supervise outdoor activities and ensure the play yard is free of safety hazards
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records for students and staff
• Order or request items needed for the classroom while being conscious of the classroom budget
• Maintain close communication with parents, within appropriate boundaries
• Attend and contribute to outreach and school events
• Prepare and participate in seasonal celebrations: Michaelmas, Halloween Journey, Lantern Walk, Spiral of Light, Winter Celebration, May Celebration, etc.
• Read faculty meeting and section meeting notes weekly
• Attend meetings as needed
• Participate in committee work
• Participate in ongoing professional development, including working with a mentor
• Have regular meetings with the assistant teacher to check in and provide mentoring
• Complete tasks required by administration in relation to recordkeeping, policies, procedures, etc.

Qualifications

• Waldorf early childhood teaching certificate, bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or another related field
• Two years or more of early childhood teaching experience preferably in a Waldorf school
• Background check clearance through the Oregon Background Registry
• Pediatric first aid & CPR training
• Food handler training
• Required online training through the Department of Early Learning and Care
• Fifteen hours of continuing education annually (8 hours must be in child development)
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, family education, self-development, and collegial cooperation.
• Ability to work and communicate well with colleagues
• Ability to work and communicate well with children and family members
• Ability to send and receive email using Gmail
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, various work-related computer programs (Google Workspace, Ravenna school database, Gusto payroll software, etc.)
• Attend all announced in-service training (typically the last week of August, one week during February break, and the week after school gets out in mid-June)
• The willingness and ability to supervise outdoor play every day in all weather conditions

Employment Details

• Position Start Date: August 1, 2026
• FTE: Full time salary exempt (1.0 FTE)
• Compensation: Rate of pay will be determined based on education and experience but the anticipated annual salary range is $40,666 – $43,266.
• Benefits: Simple IRA with 2% employer contribution, tuition remission commensurate with FTE, free child care for enrolled children, professional development funds, five paid sick days, three paid personal days.

To Apply

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and references to Nicole Morrison, Business Manager, at nicole.morrison@eugenewaldorf.org. References should include previous employers and/or individuals who are familiar with your work with children.