Careers

This is a part-time, hourly position.

Summary: The Preschool Program Assistant at San Francisco Waldorf School is a trained Waldorf Early Childhood teacher or currently enrolled in the Waldorf Teacher Training Program. The assistant should understand Preschool school life as well as have an interest in the school as a whole. In order to create a harmonious environment, flexibility, presence, and a cooperative spirit are essential for the children to receive the teacher and
assistant as a guiding unit.

Responsibilities include:

• Holding the class with a sense of order and rhythm
• Attending to the physical, emotional, and individual needs of the young children (2-4 years old)
• Creating and maintaining classroom mood
• Supervising indoor/outdoor play, clean–up time, bathroom, hand washing, etc.
• Caring for and preparation of classroom materials
• Planning and preparing weekly snacks and keeping track of snack supplies
• Organizing and carrying out special activities and helping with craft projects
• Participating in circle time by learning and sharing seasonal poems, songs and stories
• Attends parent conferences as requested by lead teacher

Hours and Meetings:
The Preschool Assistant will be in school from 7:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every weekday and on selected weekend hours before and/or after holiday breaks for cleaning and new seasonal set-ups. The Assistant is expected to attend weekly Preschool meetings, weekly Grade School faculty meetings, monthly Early Childhood meetings, and quarterly all-faculty meetings. Attendance at these meetings helps the Assistant become an integral member of the faculty. The meetings also help provide a shared plan for our work together and with the children. The Preschool Program Assistant will help the teacher in the preparation of the classroom at the beginning of the school year and in the clean-up at the end of the school year. The Assistant needs to be present at parent evenings, enrollment events and at parent teacher conferences when needed.

Qualifications:

• Waldorf Teacher Training completed or in progress
• 12 Early Childhood Education units (ECEs) completed or in progress

California law requires fingerprinting and TB Assessment. Preschool Program teachers need to comply with the requirements set forth by the State of California licensing standards (Early Childhood Education coursework, CPR training and required vaccinations).

Benefits and Compensation: $32.50 per hour.

This is a part-time, hourly position. This position carries no benefits other than those available through the San Francisco City Ordinances.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

Please send resume, letter of interest, along with contact information of 2 references who know your work/experience caring for children, to jobs@sfwaldorf.org

General Description
The position of the hourly Preschool Aide provides additional support to the preschool teachers. The position also gives the aide an opportunity to gain experience with children in the context of the preschool and to glean understanding for the job by observing the teacher at work.

Hours: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Additional hours need to be approved in advance by Lead Preschool Teacher and Grade School Chair.

General Responsibilities
The aide supports the preschool teachers in maintaining a harmonious and orderly preschool classroom. This includes assisting in all facets of preschool room activities, helping to carry out daily rhythms and leading groups of children or individuals in activities based on the preschool teacher’s indications. The aide displays respect for the authority of the preschool teachers and maintains professional attire and image. The
aide also displays discretion about all matters pertaining to the preschool and holds boundaries of confidentiality in all communication and refers parents to lead teacher to answer questions or to address concerns. The aide should be able to manage their time to finish projects within the time allotted.

Examples of Duties

• Assists the teachers with the supervision of students who may exhibit emotional or behavioral challenges
• Supervises students when teacher is occupied with other students or when directed by lead teacher to work with individuals or groups of students
• Supervises students during recess, snack, or lunchtime periods
• Assists with general maintenance and cleaning of preschool
• Assists with preparation of preschool supplies and equipment
• Assists in supervision of students in outside preschool spaces when necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Meets regularly with lead teacher for planning and review of work

Qualifications

• Waldorf Teacher Training (or in process)
• Enthusiasm and flexibility
• Tidy and orderly personal presentation
• Early Childhood Credits that meet state requirements (6 units completed or in process)

Compensation
$29 per hour

This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. Benefits include San Francisco Sick Paid
Sick Leave and San Francisco Health Care Ordinance. This position does not continue
through the Summer Break.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Hourly; Non-exempt from overtime
Reports to: Preschool Lead Teacher, in consultation with the Grade School Steering Committee.
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: December 2024

Please send resume, letter of interest, and contact information of two references who know your work/experience caring for children, to jobs@sfwaldorf.org

This is an hourly, part-time position

Overview

The Preschool After Care Aide is an essential role in the day of many children at the school. The Aide is responsible for the Preschool children who attend after Care, following a daily and weekly rhythm that gives these children the opportunity to partake in rest, appropriate activities, and time to play and relax after a long school morning. The aide is also responsible helping to arrange a healthy, late afternoon snack.

Areas of Responsibility

Under the guidance of the Preschool Coordinator of After Care:

• Help set up the classroom for nap time
• Help create a mood of rest and quiet 
• Help restore the room to order after nap
• Assist with snack preparation and clean-up
• Daily check of times at which children are picked-up w/parent/guardian's signature
• Use discretion and confidentiality in communication

Training

• Waldorf training preferred (or in process)
• 6 ECEs completed (or in process)
• Experience working with young children 
• Red Cross/CPR First Aid certification/Medicine Administration training (classes are usually offered during Faculty workdays)
• Maintain a working knowledge of school policies and procedures: earthquake and evacuation procedures, proper documentation of children's injuries, location and use of first aid kit

Compensation: $29 per hour

This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. Benefits include San Francisco Sick Paid Sick Leave and San Francisco Health Care Ordinance. This position does not continue through the Summer break. Holidays are unpaid.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 3 or more hours

FLSA Classification: Hourly; Non-exempt from overtime

Reports to: Preschool After Care Coordinator

Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee

Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org

This is a part-time, hourly position. 

Start Date: As soon as possible

Overview

San Francisco Waldorf School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Language Arts Specialist Teacher to join our team, supporting students in grades 2 through 8. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for literacy, a strong understanding of language development, and a proven ability to teach both reading and writing. This teacher will provide targeted reading instruction to students in grades 2–4.

This role is ideal for an educator who is Orton-Gillingham trained and has experience working with students who have learning differences, including dyslexia, ADHD, ADD, and sensory processing challenges.

This individual will work with small groups of students teaching reading three times a week in grades two and three, once a week in grades four and five and focusing in grades five through eight once a week to improve writing skills and develop grammar skills. 

The position will be 6 hours per week. 

Qualifications:

• Experience working with middle-school students in an academic environment
• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.), in Education, Child Development, English, or Special Education,
• Flexibility with schedule and willingness to adapt to new circumstances
• Patience, compassion and empathy in dealing with students
• Excellent record-keeping, organizational and time management skills

Benefits & Compensation

Pay Rate: $68 per hour

This is a part-time, hourly position. This position carries no benefits other than those available through the San Francisco City Ordinances. This position does not continue through the Summer Break.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Not exempt from overtime; hourly

Reports to: Jo-Ann Climenhage

Hired by: Grade School Director

Date Modified: October 2025

We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Grade School Substitute Teachers (for Early Childhood and/or Grades 1st - 8th Grade) who are passionate about education. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, nurturing, and capable of maintaining the classroom's flow while adhering to the values and philosophy of Waldorf education.

The San Francisco Waldorf School hires dedicated and highly capable faculty and staff who develop a deep connection to Waldorf education and our unique school in San Francisco. SFWS employees are a committed group of free, responsible adults who bring our best individual selves to our work.

We are committed to a multicultural and diverse body of teachers, staff, and students. Our dedicated faculty values strong collegial working and warm relationships with parents. We seek a Substitute teacher to join us in our commitment to Waldorf education. Individuals with university degrees, Waldorf teacher training, and preferably, experience teaching in a Waldorf school are encouraged to apply.

SFWS asks all employees to proactively commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion, personal improvement, and service to the SFWS mission, bringing energy and excitement to serve all students, faculty, and families of the school.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide instruction and maintain the classroom environment as outlined in the lesson plans provided by the primary teacher.
• Foster a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere for students
• Maintain a sense of continuity and stability within the classroom
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and administration Manage classroom behavior in a positive and respectful manner

Qualifications

• Waldorf Teacher Training completed - preferred
• Enthusiasm and Flexibility
• Early Childhood and/or Grade School Teaching experience preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to various teaching environments and grade levels
• TB Assessment and Livescan Fingerprinting required

Compensation
Compensation is $55 per hour or $250 for a full day. This is a part-time, as needed, temporary/short-term, non-exempt position. It carries no benefits other than those available through San Francisco City. This position does not continue during the summer break months.
School breaks and Holidays are unpaid.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Not exempt from overtime; hourly
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: February 2025

San Francisco Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school’s learning environment, and we are committed to fostering equity and inclusion.

Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org.

Summary: The Facilities Manager is a full-time, exempt position responsible for the overall maintenance, safety, security, and cleanliness of both the San Francisco Waldorf Grade School and High School campuses. This role is crucial in ensuring our school environment is safe, welcoming, and supports our educational mission. The Manager will oversee daily operations, manage projects and vendors, and contribute to long-term strategic planning for our facilities.

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 Core Responsibilities:

1. Maintenance and Operations:

• Develop and implement a proactive, preventative maintenance schedule for all building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems.
• Conduct or arrange for timely repairs, including responding to urgent and emergency situations.
• Manage a comprehensive custodial program to ensure the premises are consistently clean, orderly, and meet a high standard of care.
• Oversee landscaping, groundskeeping, and waste/recycling management programs.
• Must demonstrate awareness of the school calendar and presence of students.

2. Safety, Security, and Compliance:

• Ensure the entire campus is safe and complies with all relevant building codes, health and safety standards (including OSHA), and fire regulations.
• Manage campus security systems, including alarms, access control (locks and keys), and monitoring services.
• Act as the primary 24/7 on-call first responder for all facility-related emergencies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of school-wide emergency plans and procedures.

3. Project and Vendor Management:

• Plan and execute facilities improvement projects, from small renovations to larger upgrades, in collaboration with campus Administrative Coordinators.
• Source, negotiate with, and manage external vendors and contractors, including obtaining bids and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
• Liaise with campus administrators to provide logistical support for major school events, including setup and cleanup.

4. Administration and Budgeting:

• Develop and manage the annual facilities budget, tracking finances and ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Maintain organized records, including maintenance logs, vendor contracts, and compliance documentation.
• Utilize basic office software to manage records and complete required paperwork.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in multi-use facilities management, with a strong understanding of best practices and current building codes.
• Practical, hands-on knowledge in a combination of the following trades is highly preferred: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general maintenance.
• Experience managing vendors, contractors, and custodial services.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a budget and financial records.
• Excellent and clear communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Must have a personal vehicle for transport between campuses and a valid driver's license.
• Must pass DOJ background check and tuberculosis screening.
• Flexibility to work during regular school hours as well as some weekends, evenings, or holidays as projects require.
• Basic knowledge of Spanish is helpful but not required.
• A strong connection to sustainable, "green" practices is highly valued.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold.
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours.

 

Benefits and Compensation: 

This is a full-time position, exempt from overtime, with a salary range of $70,000 to $90,000 depending on experience. This position has full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (after one year), and tuition remission (after one year) for eligible dependents in our Preschool - 12th grade program.  Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.

FLSA Classification: Staff; Exempt from overtime

Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations

Hired by: Director of Finance and Operations

Date Modified: September 2025

 

Please send resume and letter of interest to: jobs@sfwaldorf.org