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Career Opportunities

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh provides the opportunity for growth not only to its students, but also to its employees. This is a critical component of our efforts. With the support of their colleagues, faculty and staff work collaboratively and individually to ensure that they bring their fullest selves to their classrooms or offices each day. Our work environment is grounded in mutual respect, tolerance, and communication.

 

Applicants for open positions should familiarize themselves with the school’s mission and values, which are always at the core of our work. We seek teachers and staff with an open-minded interest in the philosophy of Waldorf Education. While our employees are often experienced Waldorf educators, we also welcome applicants new to Waldorf Education who have expressed a serious interest in contributing to a Waldorf community.

 

As an employer, Waldorf School of Pittsburgh’s goal is to celebrate diversity and equal opportunity by creating a staff reflective of the community we strive to create and serve. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all races, colors, religions, gender identities, national origins, ages, sexual orientations, and abilities. All hiring decisions are made solely on the basis of professional qualifications and references. 

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Applicants must be committed to equity and diversity and willing to contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment, as well as be committed to self-development and excellence in teaching, collaboration and professionalism among colleagues, devotion to a nurturing and loving classroom environment, and responsibility to families and the greater community.

 

Questions and application for the following positions can be sent to employment@waldorfpittsburgh.org:

Russian Teacher

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The Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently accepting applications for the position of Russian Teacher for Grades 1–8 for the 2024–2025 school year. 

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Our language curriculum is immersed in the culture and experience of the language, and we are looking for an educator who can bring joy and structure to this important aspect of our school. Classes are held Monday–Friday with 45-minute periods each day from approximately 10:15am–3:00pm. 

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This is a part-time, hourly position. 

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Qualifications:

  • An undergraduate degree

  • Experience working with children and teaching Russian.

  • Fluent in written and spoken Russian.

  • Candidates must demonstrate good classroom management, parent communication, and colleague communication as well as a desire to become a part of the Waldorf community.

 

To apply, please send the following to employment@waldorfpittsburgh.org:
  • cover letter 

  • resume

  • 3 references (for contacting)

Grades and Early Childhood Substitute Teachers

 

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is currently accepting applications for substitutes in our Grades and Early Childhood Program for the 2024–2025 school year. Our on-call teachers also receive stipends with they are not needed. 

 

Position Overview

Grades applicants must possess a BA in Elementary Education or a related field, and experience working with children ranging in age from 6–14 years old is preferred. A PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Background Check and FBI Fingerprinting are required. Applicants must be available from 7:45am–3:00pm.  

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Early Childhood substitute teachers will assist the Lead Teacher in caring for children in mixed age Kindergarten, Nursery and Childcare classrooms. Substitutes' duties will include snack preparation, maintaining a clean classroom and assisting the Lead Teacher in classroom activities as needed. Applicants must possess a high school diploma and have two years of verifiable work with children or a B.A. in Education or a related field. A PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Background Check and FBI Fingerprinting are required.  

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Compensation:

$16.50/hour for assistant teacher positions

$18.00/hour for lead teacher positions

 

To apply, please send the following:

  • resume

  • letter of interest (include availability)

  • three references

  • clearances required upon hire

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