Full Time Position

Salary Range: $27 - $35 / Hour

Monday through Friday - 40 hours a week

Sacramento Waldorf School seeks a Student Support Manager to oversee and guide student support services across PreK–12. This role works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, families, and outside specialists to ensure students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The Student Support Manager (SSM) oversees the Student Support Committee using Kim John Payne’s Three Streams framework (MTSS). The SSM coordinates academic, social-emotional, and behavioral supports; manages documentation; liaises with public school IEP systems; tracks data and reporting; and fosters positive family interactions. The SSM develops and supports learning plans in collaboration with teachers, parents, and outside providers but does not provide direct therapeutic or instructional services. The role also serves as a Title IX liaison and participates in committee leadership.

Education and Related Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• Experience in an educational setting; special education credential preferred.

• Working knowledge of Waldorf education and ability to articulate its benefits.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Background clearances as required by law.

• Mandated Reporter training

• Sexual Harassment Prevention training

• CPR/First Aid certification

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage cyclical processes, and track data effectively.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively across divisions with teachers, administrators, trustees, parents, and students.

• Positive orientation toward equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• High ethical standards and discretion with confidential matters.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Part-Time Position

Salary Range: $20 / Hour

Monday through Friday: 8am - 12pm - 20 hours a week

Sacramento Waldorf School seeks a warm, reliable, and attentive Classroom Assistant to support our Lower Grade classes. This position is ideal for someone who loves working with children, enjoys being part of a collaborative team, and feels inspired by Waldorf education’s focus on whole-child development.

Assistants play a meaningful role in creating a nurturing, structured, and inclusive classroom environment while supporting the teacher’s leadership and the daily rhythm of the school day.

The Classroom Assistant works closely with the class teacher to support students academically, socially, and emotionally throughout the morning portion of the school day. Responsibilities include helping with transitions and routines, supporting small-group or individual instruction, supervising recess and snack, and reinforcing classroom expectations and social-emotional learning strategies.

The ideal candidate brings warmth, presence, patience, and strong communication skills. This position does not involve independent curriculum design or lesson planning, but instead supports the teacher in maintaining a calm, organized, and positive learning environment.

Hours: 20 hours per week.

Schedule: Weekdays during the academic year (8am to 12pm).

Education and Related Work Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; some college or bachelor’s degree preferred

• Experience working with children in a group learning environment

• Experience with neurodivergent learners helpful

• Familiarity with Waldorf education preferred but not required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Fingerprinting/Background clearances as required by state and federal regulations.

• Mandated Reporter certification (renewed annually).

• Sexual Harassment Prevention training certification (renewed every two years).

• CPR/First Aid certification (renewed every two years).

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to follow teacher direction and implement instructional strategies

• Warm, patient, and steady presence with children

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Understanding of child development and social-emotional learning

• Ability to support classroom management, behavior guidance, redirection, and conflict resolution

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries

Part-Time Position

Salary Range: $18 - $20 / Hour

Monday through Friday: 12:30am - 4:30pm - 20 hours a week

We are excited to welcome a caring, joyful, and dependable individual to join our Early Childhood team! The Kindergarten Extended Day Assistant plays a meaningful role in the afternoon rhythm of our youngest students, helping to create a nurturing, gentle, and play-filled environment where children can rest, explore, and simply be themselves. If you love working with little ones and enjoy being part of a collaborative and supportive faculty, this is a wonderful opportunity to join a warm and vibrant school community.

The Kindergarten Extended Day Assistant is responsible for the care and supervision of preschool-aged children during the afternoon program. This includes supporting the daily rest routine, providing developmentally appropriate activities and outdoor playtime, and preparing and serving snack. The Assistant also helps maintain a clean and orderly environment, including washing preschool dishes and assisting with general classroom tidying. This role is essential in supporting a predictable, nurturing, and calm afternoon rhythm for our youngest students.

Education and Related Work Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; some college or bachelor’s degree preferred

• Experience working with children in a group learning environment

• Experience with neurodivergent learners helpful

• Familiarity with Waldorf education preferred but not required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Fingerprinting/Background clearances as required by state and federal regulations.

• Mandated Reporter certification (renewed annually).

• Sexual Harassment Prevention training certification (renewed every two years).

• CPR/First Aid certification (renewed every two years).

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Preparing the classroom for nap time

• Helping create and maintain a quiet and restful atmosphere

• Restoring the room to order after rest period

• Assisting with snack preparation, serving, and clean-up

• Washing and putting away Kindergarten dishes and assisting with daily cleaning routines

• Ensuring accurate sign-in/sign-out documentation each day

• Maintaining discretion and confidentiality in communication

Part-Time Position

Salary Range: $16.50 - $18 / Hour

Typical Hours Can Range from 12:00pm - 5:30pm on weekdays

Sacramento Waldorf School is a vibrant, community-focused school that fosters a nurturing and creative environment for both students and staff. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, reliable individuals to join our team as substitutes in our Extended Day Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to support our students in an enriching after-school setting, helping to create an enjoyable and engaging experience during the after-school hours.

As an Extended Day Substitute, you will provide valuable support in our after-school program by ensuring a safe, fun, and engaging atmosphere for children. Your role will include supervising students in various activities, facilitating play-based learning, and stepping in when regular staff members are unavailable. Ideal candidates will be flexible, enjoy working with children, and have a caring, dependable nature. Shifts typically range from 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM on weekdays, with opportunities to work based on your availability. Previous experience with children is helpful, but not required.

Education and Related Work Experience:

• Experience working with children in a school, camp, or childcare setting is preferred, but not required.

• A strong interest in working with children and fostering a positive, supportive environment.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Fingerprinting/Background clearances as required by state and federal regulations.

• Mandated Reporter certification (renewed annually).

• Sexual Harassment Prevention training certification (renewed every two years).

• CPR and First Aid certification is beneficial, though not required at the time of application.

Part Time Position

Salary Range: $2,824.53 - $4,110.29

Monday and Wednesday - 4 hours a week

Sacramento Waldorf School is seeking a long-term substitute High School Art Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year, beginning January 20, 2025. We’re looking for a colleague excited to teach the Grade 9 Printmaking course for 4 hours per week on Monday and Wednesday afternoons during Quarter 4 (April 13-June 12).

Education and Related Work Experience:

The fine arts teacher guides students through creative hands-on experience in drawing, painting, sculpture, and more. Transforming raw materials into functional, beautiful objects develops not just dexterity and artistry, but also an appreciation for the rhythms of nature, collaboration, and the satisfaction of tangible work. In Waldorf education, participation in the arts is not an elective, but an essential part of our curriculum, nurturing self-confidence, creativity, and a deeper connection to the world around them. This role collaborates on curriculum, supports adolescents’ growth, and participates in the broader life of the school.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Background clearances as required by state and federal regulations.

• Mandated Reporter certification (renewed annually).

• Sexual Harassment Prevention training certification (renewed every two years).

• CPR/First Aid certification (renewed every two years).

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including reading and responding to email

• Ability to use our computer system to record grades and manage attendance

• Ability to manage small and large groups effectively

• Understanding of adolescent development, presenting patience and encouragement

• Demonstrate and practice safe use of tools and equipment and maintain a clean and safe environment in the classroom

Part Time Position

Salary Range: $2,824.53 - $4,110.29

Monday and Wednesday - 4 hours a week

Sacramento Waldorf School is seeking a long-term substitute High School Art Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year, beginning January 20, 2025. We’re looking for a colleague excited to teach the senior Blacksmithing/Metals course for 4 hours per week on Wednesday mornings and Friday afternoons during Quarter 3 (January 20-March 27).

The practical arts teacher guides students through creative hands-on experience in fiber arts, woodworking, leatherworking, metalworking, and more. Transforming raw materials into functional, beautiful objects develops not just dexterity and artistry, but also an appreciation for the rhythms of nature, collaboration, and the satisfaction of tangible work. In Waldorf education, participation in the arts is not an elective, but an essential part of our curriculum, nurturing self-confidence, creativity, and a deeper connection to the world around them. This role collaborates on curriculum, supports adolescents’ growth, and participates in the broader life of the school.

Education and Related Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Craft, Design, Industrial Arts, Education, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience in one or more practical art disciplines (ceramics, woodworking, metalworking, leatherwork, weaving, etc.).

• Waldorf teacher training or a strong understanding of Waldorf education principles is highly desirable.

• Experience teaching high school students.

• Knowledge of safe handling and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Background clearances as required by state and federal regulations.

• Mandated Reporter certification (renewed annually).

• Sexual Harassment Prevention training certification (renewed every two years).

• CPR/First Aid certification (renewed every two years).

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including reading and responding to email

• Ability to use our computer system to record grades and manage attendance

• Ability to manage small and large groups effectively

• Understanding of adolescent development, presenting patience and encouragement

• Demonstrate and practice safe use of tools and equipment and maintain a clean and safe environment in the classroom

Full Time Position

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Salary Range: $51,951.21 - $76,411.60 / Hour

Monday through Friday - 40 hours a week

Sacramento Waldorf School is a vibrant, nature-rich learning community where curiosity, creativity, and human connection are at the heart of every school day. Nestled on a stunning 22-acre campus with gardens, orchards, and farm animals, our school offers a uniquely holistic environment where students learn through movement, artistry, relationships, and purposeful academic work.

Our Grades Teachers are central to this mission. They accompany a class through an unforgettable educational journey, building community, cultivating wonder, and helping each child discover their strengths. We are seeking an educator who brings warmth, imagination, and authenticity, and who believes deeply in Waldorf education as a living, evolving path.

If you are energized by meaningful work with children, collaboration with dedicated colleagues, and the opportunity to teach in a setting full of beauty and purpose, we invite you to join us.

The Grades Teacher is responsible for delivering a developmentally aligned Waldorf curriculum to an assigned class in Grades 1–8. This position includes the planning and teaching of daily Main Lesson blocks, core academics, and integrated artistic activities such as storytelling, movement, music, and visual arts. The Grades Teacher maintains an orderly, rhythmical, and supportive classroom environment and provides differentiated instruction based on student needs.

The role requires consistent communication with parents, collaboration with specialty teachers and Student Support, and active participation in faculty meetings, festivals, professional development, and community events. The Grades Teacher upholds school policies, maintains accurate documentation, and models professional conduct and respectful engagement with all members of the school community. This position supports and strengthens the pedagogical and community values of Sacramento Waldorf School.

Education and Related Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Waldorf Teacher Training or completion of a Waldorf Teacher Certification Program strongly preferred.

• Prior Waldorf class teaching experience highly desirable.

• Experience working with elementary or middle-school aged children in educational settings required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Criminal Record Clearance.

• Mandated Reporter Training Certificate (AB 1207).

• Health screening and TB clearance.

• Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Classroom Management: Ability to maintain a warm, structured, and developmentally appropriate environment.

• Communication: Clear, timely, compassionate communication with colleagues, students, and parents.

• Pedagogy: Strong understanding of Waldorf philosophy and curriculum.

• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with colleagues across departments.

• Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, make sound decisions, and support student needs.

• Professionalism: Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, reliability, and respectful conduct.

• Organization: Strong planning, timely follow-through, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.