Early Childhood assitant teacher

EARLY CHILDHOOD - ASSISTANT TEACHER - A flexible position with morning, afternoon or full day possibility

Apple Blossom Waldorf School & Family Center is seeking an Early Childhood assistant teacher for this summer and the 2026-27 school year. This is an hourly paid, flexible position in our Nursery and Kindergarten classrooms with children ages 18 months-3 years old or 3-6 years old. This can be a part time or full time position with morning and/or afternoon openings.

As our school is growing there is room to grow professionally.

• Interest in working with children under the lead teachers guidance
• Enjoy daily active engagement in work (for example, gardening and caring for the classrooms)
• Enjoy domestic activities such as preparing snack or dish washing
• Be attentive to all areas involving the safety and well-being of the children
• Be a quiet, but active presence in the classroom
• Work with children one-to-one and in a small group
• Be open and receptive to suggestions
• Radiate a joyful inner mood
• Maintain confidentiality
• Re-direct parental questions to the lead teacher

A warm and open disposition with the ability to lovingly care for children of mixed ages. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and hold a bachelor’s degree or associate degree. Eagerness to learn about Apple Blossom and Waldorf education. Waldorf training and experience preferred, but not required.

The ability to meet Connecticut OEC licensing requirements including yearly professional development, as well as to pass a CT criminal background check. To be able to lift and carry small children during caregiving times.

Apple Blossom offers paid sick days and time off to all of its employees. We offer a 20% contribution towards a vision and dental plan. Staff receives tuition remission for children attending Apple Blossom programs and a stipend for attending teacher training when applicable. All staff are given a ticket to the annual WECAN conference in Spring Valley, NY each February, as well as paid accommodations for the weekend.