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High School Humanities Teacher | May 2023

The Opportunity:

Shining Mountain Waldorf High School is at an exciting point in its 40 year history. We have recently broken ground on our new state of the art high school campus, adjacent to the existing lower school campus. As such, the school has been deeply engaged in a revisioning process for the past several months to rediscover our unique, contemporary identity and to identify several capstone pilot program opportunities. 

We are now seeking a dynamic, student-centered full-time High School Humanities Teacher to begin in July 2023. We are searching for candidates who  are interested in pioneering a new vision, those who thrive in environments of innovation and change. Educators who bring a record of success in the classroom in their given discipline and an interest in sharing their passions with adolescents. Ideal candidates will be creative, team players, with diverse interests, and a willingness to engage in the life of our school community. Ultimately, we seek those who will inspire a love of learning and a love of life in future generations of SMWHS students. 

Shining Mountain Waldorf School:

Shining Mountain Waldorf School, founded in 1983, is an accredited Pre-K-12 nonprofit independent school located in Boulder, Colorado on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. We are recognized for our academic depth, experiential learning, artistic integration, wilderness experiences, and strong athletic program. Our school is about an hour’s drive to Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park. We are close to world-class hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation. A college town, Boulder is home to the University of Colorado and Naropa University, as well as numerous local organizations that provide a rich variety of arts, lectures, and workshops. Boulder is known for its natural beauty, environmental initiatives, sustainable agriculture, farm-to-table dining, and more than 300 days of sunshine each year.

Job Title: High School Humanities Teacher               

Program: High School

Reports to: High School Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Date: May 2023

Position Summary

The High School Humanities Teacher works in collaboration with the Faculty, High School Director, and Pedagogical Director in the development and execution program. This full time position includes instruction in a variety of English and literature blocks, history blocks, tracks, elective, and advanced classes, as well as directing plays. Additionally, the position includes ancillary responsibilities such as advising students, leading clubs, chaperoning field trips, participating in faculty committees, and engaging positively in the life of the school. Shining Mountain Waldorf High School is a highly collaborative environment and encourages strong relationships, inclusivity, input, and innovation within the teaching and student community.

Education and Qualifications / Regulations

• Master’s Degree in education or specified subject area preferred.
• A minimum of four years of teaching experience.
• Waldorf teaching and and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• A love of adolescents.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students and colleagues, and an interest in active community engagement.
• A strong commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated teaching capacity in experiential and project-based learning.
• A commitment to continued learning, i.e., Waldorf and general educational trends, research-based learning models, educational technology, curriculum development, learning standards, multicultural education, and current best practices.
• Organizational and computer skills essential.

Additional Responsibilities:

In accordance with the SMWS philosophy, the person filling this position may be required to carry out other duties necessary to the fulfillment of the school’s mission, strategies, and agreements. 

Work Setting

• General classroom, field trip, and outdoor environments
• Occasional weekend and evening hours 

Salary, Hours, and Benefits

Our faculty enjoys competitive salaries and a generous employee benefit program, including support for professional development, tuition remission for enrolled children, family medical and dental plans, and retirement savings options.

• Waldorf-trained base salary of $44,217, along with years of experience. 
• SMWS has an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life insurance, 401(k), and flexible spending accounts
• Full Time Salary position (exempt)
• Employee benefits are offered for this position

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to perform:
  • Lift 25 pounds, bending, stretching
  • Mobility to move boxes 
  • Work within an office setting
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, religion, gender, gender identity,  disability, familial status, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.    

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and intent, resume, brief biography, and three references including current employer to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org.

High School Science Teacher | March 2023

The Opportunity

Shining Mountain Waldorf High School is at an exciting point in its 40 year history. We have recently received approval from the City of Boulder to develop a new state of the art high school campus, adjacent to the existing lower school campus. As such, the school has been deeply engaged in a revisioning process for the past several months to rediscover our unique, contemporary identity and to identify several capstone pilot program opportunities. 

We are now seeking a dynamic, student-centered full-time High School Science teacher to begin in July 2023. We are searching for candidates who are interested in pioneering a new vision, those who thrive in environments of innovation and change, and who bring a record of success in the classroom in their given discipline and an interest in sharing their passions with adolescents. Ideal candidates will be creative team players with diverse interests and a willingness to engage in the life of our school community. Ultimately, we seek those who will inspire a love of learning and a love of life for our current and future generations of SMWHS students. 

Shining Mountain Waldorf School

Shining Mountain Waldorf School, founded in 1983, is an accredited Pre-K-12 nonprofit independent school located in Boulder, Colorado on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. We are recognized for our academic depth, experiential learning, artistic integration, wilderness experiences, and place-based, innovative program. Our school is about an hour’s drive to Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park. We are close to world-class hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation. A college town, Boulder is home to the University of Colorado and Naropa University, as well as numerous local organizations that provide a rich variety of arts, lectures, and workshops. Boulder is known for its natural beauty, environmental initiatives, sustainable agriculture, farm-to-table dining, and more than 300 days of sunshine each year.

Job Title: High School Science Teacher               

Program: High School

Reports to: High School Director and Pedagogical Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Date: March 2023

Position Summary

The High School Science Teacher works in collaboration with the Faculty, High School Director, and Pedagogical Director. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive science program that integrates laboratory-based investigations with modern scientific theories for developing scientific thinking skills and provides capacities for  understanding  the natural world and our universe. This full time position includes 7 block courses, each 4-weeks and 90 minutes per day, as well as either track classes or Tributary classes. This full time position is approximately 15 hours of teaching per week. The specific set of science classes taught will be determined by applicant expertise. Full time faculty attend a weekly department section meeting, the all-employee weekly Plenum meeting, and are expected to serve on 2 committees and 2 tasks each year.  Shining Mountain Waldorf High School is a highly collaborative environment and encourages strong relationships, inclusivity, input, and innovation within the teaching and student community.

Education and Qualifications / Regulations

• Master’s Degree in education or specified subject area preferred.
• A minimum of four years of teaching experience.
• Waldorf teaching and and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• A love of adolescents.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students and colleagues, and an interest in active community engagement.
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity,  inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrated teaching capacity in experiential and project-based learning.
• A commitment to continued learning, i.e., Waldorf and general educational trends, research-based learning models, educational technology, curriculum development, learning standards, multicultural education, and current best practices.
• Organizational and computer skills essential.
• An ability to hit the ground running.

Additional Responsibilities

In accordance with the SMWS philosophy, the person filling this position may be required to carry out other duties necessary to the fulfillment of the school’s mission, strategies, and agreements. 

Work Setting

• General classroom, field trip, and outdoor environments
• Occasional weekend and evening hours 

Salary, Hours, and Benefits

Our faculty enjoys competitive salaries and a generous employee benefit program, including support for professional development, tuition remission for enrolled children, family medical and dental plans, and retirement savings options.

• Full Time Salary teaching position (exempt)
• Base of $41,000 or $44,200 (Waldorf trained)  plus $850 per year of experience
• Employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short term & long term disability, 401(k) with an annual discretionary match, Flexible spending account, are offered for this position

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to perform:
  • Lift 25 pounds, bending, stretching
  • Mobility to move boxes 
  • Work within an office setting
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, religion, gender, gender identity,  disability, familial status, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin, age, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.   

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and intent, resume, brief biography, and three references including current employer to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org.

Job Title: Music Teachers – Choir, Violin/Viola, Cello/Bass, and Orchestra

Program: Lower School – Grades 3 -8

Reports to: Pedagogical Director 

FLSA: Hourly 

Date: May 2023

General Statement of Duties:

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is searching for music teachers for choir grades 4-8; violin/viola  grades 3-8; cello/bass grades 3–8, and an orchestra teacher grades 5-8. 

As a member of the faculty at Shining Mountain Waldorf School, our music teachers are responsible for the music education of grades 3-8  students. Music is integral to the Waldorf curriculum, and our music teachers work to introduce choral, instrumental and general musical skills to younger students and to develop these skills throughout the lower school. SMWS students are required to take weekly private string instrument lessons throughout the school year and they are strongly encouraged to continue lessons during the summer. Our music teachers work collaboratively with the Lower School teachers and report to the Pedagogical Director.  

This position could be combined should the candidate have multiple musical skills. 

Teaching Responsibilities:

1. Choosing repertoire, planning lessons, and teaching classes of elementary and  middle students.
2. Preparing students for performances at concerts, festivals and special events throughout the academic year.
3. Attending weekly meetings of the music department, lower school department meeting, and the Plenum. 
4. Assisting class teachers with music pertinent to curriculum and class plays.
5. Monitoring students on recess duty.
6. Attending evening parent meetings a few times per year to present aspects of the music program.
7. Meeting with parents at yearly parent conferences.
8. Writing student mid-year progress reports and end-of-year reports.

Teaching Specifics:

• Third Grade: 2 classes violin/viola, 2 classes cello/bass per week
• Fourth Grade: 2 classes violin/viola and 2 classes cello/bass per week, 1 class choir
• Fifth Grade: 1 sectional violin/viola; 1  sectional cello/bass; 1 Orchestra per week, 1 class choir
• Sixth Grade:1 sectional violin/viola; 1  sectional cello/bass; 1 Orchestra per week, 1 class choir
• Seventh Grade: 1 sectional violin/viola; 1  sectional cello/bass; 1 Orchestra per week, 1 class choir
• Eighth Grade: 1 sectional violin/viola; 1  sectional cello/bass; 1 Orchestra per week, 1 class choir

Teaching Skills: 

• Knowledge of choir and strings pedagogy and repertoire.
• Exemplary classroom management and discipline.
• Ability to collaborate with music and other faculty on curriculum and performances.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents. 
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral. 

Additional Responsibilities:

In accordance with the SMWS philosophy, the person filling this position may be required to carry out other duties necessary to the fulfillment of the school’s mission, strategies, and agreements.

Education and Qualifications:

• Degree in music education or performance.
• Teaching experience in classroom/group settings.
• Willingness to learn about Waldorf education and incorporate Waldorf principles of child development into teaching.

Work Setting

• General classroom outdoor environments
• Occasional weekend and evening hours

Salary, Hours, and Benefits

• Each music class is 40 minutes of instruction and 5 minutes for transition to the next class. 
• Hourly rate is $45.00 to $75.00 per hour 
• This position will be a part time hourly position during the school year (August – June)

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to perform:

• Sitting and standing for class presentations
• Lift 25 pounds, bending, stretching

• Mobility to move about the classroom and walking to buildings throughout our 12 acre campus 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, familial status, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law.  We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where employees are treated with respect and dignity.  

If you wish to apply or seek further information, please send a statement of interest, resume and three references to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org.

Job Title: Educational Support Coordinator 

Program: Kindergarten through 12th Grade

Reports to: Pedagogical Director 

FLSA: Hourly 

Date: May 2023

General Statement of Duties:

The Educational Support Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating support services for Kindergarten through twelfth grade at Shining Mountain.  This administrative position is between 20-25 hours/week.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and administer benchmark assessments for grades 2-12, 3 times per year. 
• Provide admissions screenings for new student applicants in grades 1-12 during the school year and over the summer. This includes academic testing and a review of the admissions documents.
• Oversee the April assessment for kindergarten students rising into first grade.
•  Assist educational support teachers in coordinating support needs for grades 2-12.

• Inventory educational support materials and oversee the purchase of new supplies and materials.
• Write and ensure the implementation of ISP accommodations in classrooms.

• Consult with faculty about best practices for instruction, intervention, and programming for students with disabilities. 

• Lead periodic professional development segments at department meetings and our all- employee Plenum meeting. Guide teachers in assessment and instructional best practices; inform staff about resources and training opportunities available to them.

• Intervene to problem-solve with students, parents, staff, psychologists, and other professionals in collaboration with the pedagogical director. Determine which supports and services are necessary to meet the needs of students, including neuropsychological testing, tutoring, therapeutic eurythmy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, play therapy, and anthroposophical medicine.

• Attend department meetings as needed. Coordinate the weekly education support committee. 

Additional Responsibilities:

In accordance with the SMWS philosophy, the person filling this position may be required to carry out other duties necessary to the fulfillment of the school’s mission, strategies, and agreements.

Education and Qualifications:

• Minimum of a BA/BS 
• Essential: Special education experience working with IEPs/ISPs, IDEA, and ADA section 504
• Preferred: MA and Special Education license
• Preferred:  Knowledge of Waldorf education
• Teaching experience in classroom/group settings.
• Willingness to learn about Waldorf education and incorporate Waldorf principles of child development into teaching.

Work Setting

• General classroom outdoor environments
• Occasional weekend and evening hours

Salary, Hours, and Benefits

• Hourly rate is $45.00 to $75.00 per hour 
• This position will be a part time hourly position during the school year (August – June)

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to perform:

• Sitting and standing for class presentations
• Lift 25 pounds, bending, stretching

• Mobility to move about the classroom and walking to buildings throughout our 12 acre campus 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, familial status, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law.  We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where employees are treated with respect and dignity.  

If you wish to apply or seek further information, please send a statement of interest, resume and three references to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org.

Job Title: Early Childhood Teacher Assistant – 2023/2024

Program: Early Childhood 

Reports to: Lead Kindergarten Teacher

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Date: May 2023

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Teacher Assistant is responsible for helping to create a wonderful Waldorf Kindergarten experience for our mixed age classrooms (ages 2 ½ to 4, or 4 to 6).  The ECE Assistant will work with the Early Childhood Lead Teacher by assisting in classroom management and supervision of the class, engage appropriately with students, take direction from the Lead Teacher, and engage in day to day responsibilities according to the principles of Waldorf Education.  This position includes a large portion of the day outside.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in curriculum activities; setup/cleanup of circle time, birthday celebrations, and festivals
• Assist with the transitions throughout the day.
• Help with daily preparations of classroom, restocking cleaning supplies and materials
• Guide and encourage children with self-care -diapering, toileting, dressing, and social behavior
• Help maintain general order, cleanliness, and aesthetics in classroom
• Prepare, serve, and cleanup daily snacks 

• Assist in maintaining a warm and nurturing environment

• Direct student behavior and parent communication to the Lead Kindergarten Teacher

• Maintain confidentiality in all student situations
• Become knowledgeable about campus Emergency Plan
• Complete monthly online timesheets

Additional Responsibilities

• May Substitute for Lead Teacher if needed (ECT required)
• May Substitute for afternoon program if available 
• Attendance is encouraged at scheduled ECE meetings including In Services (August and June).  Attendance at the August licensing meeting is mandatory.
• Participate in the annual work day in August to prepare the classroom.  
• This position can be combined with the Early Childhood Rainbow Garden Teacher Assistant position with hours of 12:30 pm  to 3:00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and 12:30-2:15 on Thursdays.

Education and Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education experience preferred
• Waldorf Kindergarten experience preferred
• Reliable, consistent, and collegial
• Possess a warm, friendly, and joyous demeanor

Early Childhood Licensing Requirements

• • Complete requirements for Colorado ECE regulations of Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. Must be an ECT (Early Childhood Teacher) as designated by the State of Colorado or working toward this qualification. 
  • Within 30 days CPR, First Aid, Standard Precautions, Physical, Background check, fingerprinting, mandatory licensing classes, registration in Colorado Shines PDIS and Early Childhood Educator qualified per the State of Colorado’s requirements.

• Submission of a medical physical by a licensed physician or other health care professional as required per licensing regulations

Work Setting

• Kindergarten classroom, playground, hikes, and neighborhood walks
• Monday through Friday, hours of  8:00 am to 1:00 pm  
• Work schedule follows the SMWS annual school calendar – late August through early June
• Because of the classroom setting, there are limited breaks offered during the day

Salary and Benefits

• Hourly rate of $20.00 per hour

• Lead Substitute rate of $25.00 per hour (ECT required)
• Hourly rate of $18.00 per hour when participating in meetings/trainings
• Three (3) paid Holidays include: Fall Break Holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Memorial Day
• Colorado Paid Sick Leave – 1 hour for each 30 hours worked – up to 48 hours per year 
• Professional Development – will be paid time
  • Required 15 hours of online PDIS (Professional Development Information System) classes
• This is a part time position – no additional benefits are offered at this time

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Frequent walks; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; speaking and listening  
• Daily requirement to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat or crawl
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40-pound child
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, familial status, sexual orientation or nation or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law.  We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.  

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and three references to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org.

Position: Rainbow Garden Lead Teacher

Program: Early Childhood Education

Reports to: Early Childhood Education Director 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Date: May 2023

Position Summary

The Rainbow Garden Lead Teacher is responsible for providing an age appropriate Waldorf lunch and rest program that supports the health, well-being, and safety of the children in their care.  The Rainbow Garden Lead Teacher position is part of the Early Childhood Education (“ECE”) program held after Kindergarten hours from 12:15 pm to 3:15 pm, 4 days a week and Thursdays 12:15 to 2:15 pm.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise lunch and rest with mixed age Kindergarten children (ages 4-6)
• Offer gentle rhythm throughout the program
• Work with the ECE Director on program review and activities
• Coordinate the signing out procedures and parent pickup
• Communicate with parents about student behavior and concerns
• Maintain confidentiality in all student/parent situations
• Maintain the ECE classroom
• Work with ECE Assistant (dependent on student ratios)
• Become knowledgeable about campus Emergency Plan and be ready to implement
• Manage the signing out procedures with parent pickup
• Maintain confidentiality in all student/parent situations
• Participate in mentoring and development provided by ECE Director
• Complete, acquire signatures, and file Accident/Incident Report as needed
• Complete monthly online timesheet

Additional Responsibilities

• May be asked to substitute for morning program if available
• Attendance encouraged at scheduled ECE meetings including In-Service (August and June)
• Participate in annual work days to prepare classroom
• In accordance with the SMWS philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in accordance with the duties listed above

Education and Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education experience preferred
• Waldorf Kindergarten experience preferred
• Reliable, consistent, and team oriented
• Possess a warm, friendly, and joyous demeanor

Early Childhood Licensing Requirements

• • Complete requirements for Colorado ECE regulations of Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. Must be an ECT (Early Childhood Teacher) as designated by the State of Colorado 
  • Within 30 days CPR, First Aid, Standard Precautions, Physical, Background check, fingerprinting, mandatory licensing classes, registration in Colorado Shines PDIS and Early Childhood Educator qualified per the State of Colorado’s requirements.

• Submission of a medical physical by a licensed physician or other health care professional as required per licensing regulations

Work Setting

• Kindergarten classroom and playground
• Hours are 12:15 pm to 3:15 pm, M,T,W, F and 12:15-2:15 Thursday
• Work schedule follows the SMWS annual school calendar – late August through early June
• Because of the classroom setting, there are limited breaks offered during the day

Salary and Benefits

• Hourly rate of $25.00 per hour when teaching 

• Hourly rate of $18.00 per hour when participating in meetings/trainings
• Three (3) paid Holidays include: Fall Break Holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Memorial Day
• Colorado Paid Sick Leave – 1 hour for each 30 hours worked – up to 48 hours per year 
• Professional Development – will be paid time
  • Required 15 hours of online PDIS (Professional Development Information System) classes
  • Attendance is encouraged at department meetings, studies, and conferences 
• This is a part time position – no additional benefits are offered at this time

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Frequent walks; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; speaking and listening  
• Daily requirement to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat or crawl
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40-pound child
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, familial status, sexual orientation or nation or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law.  We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.  

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and three references to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org.

Job Title: Aftercare Assistant – 2022/2023

Program: Early Childhood 

Reports to: Aftercare Lead Teacher

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Date: September 2022

Position Summary

The Aftercare Assistant is responsible for helping to create a pleasant after school experience for a mixed-age aftercare program – students ages 2 ½ years through 5th grade.  The Aftercare Assistant will work with the Aftercare Lead Teacher by assisting in classroom management and supervision of the class, engage appropriately with students, take direction from the Lead Teacher, and engage in day-to-day responsibilities according to the principles of Waldorf Education.  This position requires a high level of comfort and appreciation for spending time outdoors with children in all kinds of weather. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in curriculum activities and maintaining a warm and nurturing environment
• Assist in maintaining orderly storage area in the classroom and outdoor storage sheds 
• Oversee children on the playground and maintain a safe environment
• Help maintain general order, cleanliness, and aesthetics in the classroom
• Assist with snack and organizing clean up
• Load and unload dishwasher, do classroom laundry daily
• Guide children with self-care (diapering, toileting, dressing, and social behavior)
• Follow signing in and out procedures with parent drop off and pickup 
• Provide first aid as needed
• Become knowledgeable about campus Emergency Plan and be ready to implement
• Direct student behavior and parent communication to the Lead Teacher
• Complete, acquire signatures, and file Accident/Incident Report as needed
• Maintain confidentiality in all student situations

Additional Responsibilities

• May Substitute for Lead Teacher if needed (ECT required)
• May Substitute for other Early Childhood programs if available 
• In accordance with the SMWS philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in accordance with the duties listed above.

Education and Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education experience 
• Waldorf Kindergarten experience preferred
• Reliable, consistent, and team-oriented
• Possess a warm, friendly, and joyous demeanor

Early Childhood Licensing Requirements

• Complete requirements for Colorado ECE regulations of Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. 
• Must be ECT (Early Childhood Teacher) as designated by the State of Colorado or working toward this qualification.  
• Within 30 days CPR, First Aid, Standard Precautions, Physical, Background check, fingerprinting, mandatory licensing classes, registration in Colorado Shines PDIS and Early Childhood Educator qualified per the State of Colorado’s requirements.
• Submission of a medical physical by a licensed physician or other health care professional as required per licensing regulations
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Work Setting

• Kindergarten classroom, playground and neighborhood walks
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, hours of 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm and Thursday 1:45 pm to 5:00 pm 
• Possibility for additional hours in our ECE programs
• Work schedule follows the SMWS annual school calendar – late August through early June
• Because of the classroom setting, there are limited breaks offered during the day

Salary and Benefits

• Hourly rate of $20.00 per hour

• Lead Substitute rate of $25.00 per hour (ECT required)
• Three (3) paid Holidays include: Fall Break Holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Memorial Day
• Colorado Paid Sick Leave – 1 hour for each 30 hours worked – up to 48 hours per year 
• Professional Development – will be paid time
  • Required 15 hours of online PDIS (Professional Development Information System) classes
  • Attendance is encouraged at department meetings, studies, and conferences 
• This is a part time position – no additional benefits are offered at this time

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Frequent walks; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; speaking and listening  
• Daily requirement to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat or crawl
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40-pound child
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, familial status, sexual orientation or nation or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law.  We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.  

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and three references to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org. 

Position Summary

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is seeking substitute teachers. We are looking for individuals who have teaching experience, love the classroom environment, and are available (sometimes on very short notice) to work during the week. Knowledge of Waldorf education is a plus.

Applying

Shining Mountain Waldorf School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, three references, and salary requirements to hrmgr@smwaldorf.org.

Please include your substitute availability, as well as if you have any interest in future teaching positions.