Lead Early Childhood After School Care Teacher

Lead Early Childhood After School Care Teacher

Job Category:
Early Childhood

The Eugene Waldorf School is looking for a Lead Early Childhood After School Care Teacher for our early childhood program for the 2026-27 school year.

We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic, imaginative, and nurturing person to join our group of early childhood teachers who oversees the holding of 2.5 – 6 year old children; a creative teacher who speaks to the children in imaginative pictures, who has a connection with nature and who is not averse to rainy weather!

We are seeking a teacher who can establish a healthy rhythm with warmth and joy. The anticipated schedule will be Monday – Friday 12:00 – 6:00 pm plus additional time for class prep/planning; parent teacher conference days and break care days 9 am – 3 pm, meetings and inservice training as needed or planned.

Established in 1980, our school has deep roots in the local community and provides a comprehensive Waldorf education to students in preschool through eighth grade. Our four-acre campus is nestled in the southwest hills of Eugene, Oregon which is a vibrant, artistic, and eco-conscious community. Eugene is located at the south end of the Willamette Valley with a rich cultural life and offers an abundance of natural beauty and outdoor recreation in the Pacific Northwest.

• 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.

• 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…