Susquehanna Waldorf School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Aftercare Lead Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year. This position involves creating a warm, engaging, and nurturing environment for children in our aftercare program.

Hours: 2:45 PM to 5:45 PM, Monday through Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Management: Arrange for the set-up and clean-up of the classroom to ensure an inviting and organized space for aftercare activities.
• Rhythm and Atmosphere: Create and maintain an atmosphere appropriate to the after-school rhythms, supporting a sense of balance and calm for the children.
• Play Supervision: Channel, supervise, and nurture both outdoor and indoor play, encouraging imaginative and cooperative activities.
• Group Transitions: Hold the group appropriately during transition times, ensuring smooth and respectful movement between activities.
• Parent Communication: Provide parents with information about the rhythms and events of the day in a clear and professional manner.
• Collaboration: Maintain open communication with the Aftercare Assistant, Class teachers, and parents to address special needs and requests.
• Team Leadership: Guide and work cooperatively with the assistant, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Child Safety: Ensure the safe transfer of children to their respective guardians – staff, parents, or other designated adults – at the end of the day.

Qualifications:

• A working knowledge of Waldorf philosophy and pedagogy.
• Previous experience as an assistant in a Waldorf program.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and staff.
• A passion for working with children and a commitment to their well-being and development.
• Appropriate childcare clearances as required by state and local regulations.

About Susquehanna Waldorf School:

Founded in 1987, Susquehanna Waldorf School is a fully accredited school located in the charming river town of Marietta, Pennsylvania. We serve 140 students from Parent-Child through 8th grade in a supportive, collegial environment with a strong commitment to Waldorf principles. Our faculty is deeply dedicated to Waldorf pedagogy, and we offer a curriculum that nourishes the intellectual, emotional, and artistic development of our students.

Application Instructions:

If you have the skills and experience to create a nurturing aftercare environment that aligns with Waldorf principles, please send your resume, cover letter, and references to psc@susquehanna.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week