Supervises: Assistant Summer Camp Teachers
Reports to: Director of Extended Day and Extracurriculars FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, hourly
When Needed: Summer 2024 (June 1 - August 2, 2024) FTE: 30-40 hrs/wk The Seattle Waldorf School is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and empathetic leader to be a part of our Early Childhood Summer Camp programming. We are looking for someone who excels not only working with children but as part of a team. We value teachers who strive to learn best practices in teaching, who are interested in collaborative and multidisciplinary approaches, and who have a calling to care for young children. We are looking for staff who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive summer camp community provides students with the best possible environment for quality learning.
Program Description: The Seattle Waldorf Early Childhood Summer Camp is designed for families who need care throughout the summer. The camp will be held five days per week in 2-week sessions beginning on June 24, 2024 and concluding on August 2, 2024 for children aged 2.5 to 6 years old . This program is a part of Seattle Waldorf School offerings and will abide by the rules and regulations of Seattle Waldorf School. Programming will take place at Seattle Waldorf School's Meadowbrook Campus indoors and outdoors.
Who We Are: At Seattle Waldorf School, students become creative problem-solvers—imaginative thinkers who journey toward intellectual excellence, human compassion, and artistic skill. Our modern curriculum is rooted in tradition—for children 18 months to 14 years. We lead students on a joyful journey that fosters critical thinking, synthesis, and creativity. Founded in Seattle in 1980, we are privileged to employ some of the most highly trained Waldorf teachers in the country. At Seattle Waldorf School we are committed to creating a community that is inclusive for all faculty, staff, families, and students, especially those who have been impacted by racism and oppression, and to create a culture that supports racial equity and gender inclusion by changing our existing systems and practices.
Our Mission: Daily we strive to inspire learning, courage, and joy in the developing human being.
Job Summary: Under minimal supervision, provides an optimal Summer Camp experience for children ages 2 ½ – 6 years old.
Specific Responsibilities: Leads a group of early childhood campers from 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. OR 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Plans, leads, supervises camp activities in collaboration with other leaders and assistants Effectively leads children by example to foster a safe and enthusiastic Summer program With direction from supervisor, maintains consistent schedule for Campers Tending to children's basic needs such as diapering or dressing, when necessary Participates in and facilitates supervision as needed during camp start and end times Provides and maintains a warm and positive environment, while establishing and managing school rules and regulations Observes student behavior and implements appropriate behavior management techniques Cares for and protects the safety of the students and is versed in emergency and disaster procedures. Appropriately identifies and responds to any emergency Accepts guidance and supervision Performs other duties as assigned Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in your subject area and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent experience Experience in a Waldorf school preferred Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion required DCYF Staff Requirements for Child Care Centers required* *Candidates who do not have this requirement may be considered with a commitment to complete them within a specific length of time from start of employment. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Experience as a lead teacher or afterschool lead or four years experience working with young children and academic understanding of child and youth engagement and development, or teaching Understanding of, and experience with, Social Emotional Learning and Behavior Management Strategies Understanding of or interest in Waldorf Education Commitment to excellence in teaching, self-development, and collegial cooperation Strong organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work in a hands-on team environment Possessing a level of cultural competency necessary for working with a diverse population in an inclusive and equitable community We have a diverse student body, and we want all our teachers to have the skills necessary to ensure that their classrooms are safe, inclusive places for everyone We seek a teacher who is aware of and actively working to rectify educational inequities related, but not limited to, racial identity, socio-economic status, gender identity and expression, and disability Ability to work efficiently in Google Suite, common automated systems for record-keeping, and confidently learn new technology Ability to maintain confidential information Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents Flexibility, maturity, and a sense of humor Ability to lift up to 30 pounds Ability to work outside in all weather Ability to travel locally About Seattle Waldorf School
Founded in 1980, Seattle Waldorf School is a Washington State approved school serving approximately 550 students in programs from Preschool through Grade 12. The school is a full member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA), a candidate school of the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS), and a member of the Washington Federation of Independent School (WFIS). Our wooded grade school campuses in north Seattle and Bellevue offer students an intimate setting to learn and grow, while the high school is located in the vibrant Magnuson Park complex. For more information about Seattle Waldorf School, please visit our web site at
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