Careers at WSD
Open Positions
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Part-time, On-call / As-needed
The Waldorf School of DuPage (WSD) is seeking warm, reliable, and adaptable substitute teachers to support our 1st–8th grade classes. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children, appreciate an arts-integrated approach to learning, and can confidently step into a classroom to uphold the rhythm, expectations, and care central to Waldorf education.
Position Summary
Grades substitute teachers provide instructional and supervisory support when a class teacher is absent. Substitutes follow the plans provided, maintain classroom safety and rhythm, and ensure students are held with clear expectations, warmth, and respect. Substitutes may work in main lessons, subject classes, outdoor time, lunch/recess supervision, and transitions between activities.
Key Responsibilities
Implement lesson plans and classroom rhythm provided by the class or subject teacher
Maintain a safe, calm, and supportive classroom environment
Offer clear instructions and uphold consistent expectations aligned with WSD standards
Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, recess, and lunch
Communicate needs or concerns to the Administrator or relevant teacher(s)
Manage basic classroom tasks, such as attendance, materials preparation, and end-of-day tidying
Support a wide range of student needs with patience, presence, and appropriate boundaries
Model professionalism, reliability, and collaborative spirit with colleagues and parents
Qualifications
Required:
Prior experience working with children (teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, childcare, etc.)
Dependability, excellent communication skills, and the ability to hold a group with warmth and authority
Ability to follow established plans and support consistent classroom expectations
Comfort working both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
Ability to pass background checks per Illinois state requirements
Preferred but not required:
Experience in Waldorf education or holistic/arts-integrated teaching environments
Bachelor’s degree or relevant coursework in education or child development
Ability to adapt quickly to changing classroom needs
Interest in Waldorf training or further professional development
Compensation & Schedule
Hourly compensation ranges between $22-25/hr based on the class
On-call / as-needed scheduling with advance notice whenever possible
Opportunities to work across grades 1–8
Training in classroom expectations, protocols, and campus culture provided
How to Apply
Please submit:
A brief cover letter describing your interest and experience
A resume
Two references
To Apply:
Fill out this form and attach your resume & cover letter to be reviewed by our hiring committee.
About Our School
WSD is a WECAN and AWSNA associate member school, tucked away on five acres of wooded land in the suburbs of Warrenville, IL. Founded 31 years ago, the school remains rooted in anthroposophy and dedicated to nurturing the whole child by engaging a team of seasoned educators who collaborate closely to deliver thoughtful, well-rounded lessons that cultivate the intellectual, artistic, and social capacities of a diverse student body.
The Waldorf School of DuPage (WSD) is committed to awakening the intellect, imagination, and determination of every child, leading to a life-long love of learning. Within a protective and nurturing environment, teachers and parents work together to build a community where each student's confidence, sense of responsibility, and self-reliance unfolds.
As we look to the future, WSD is deepening its commitment to creating lasting form in support of a thriving school community. Our current work focuses on refining policy and protocol, strengthening student support and assessment, and cultivating collaborative partnerships with parents. We welcome teachers who bring both heart and professionalism, those who see the creation of clear, supportive structures as an expression of care for the children, the faculty, and the school as a whole.
