The Waldorf School of DuPage is pleased to invite applications for an Early Childhood Lead Teacher in our mixed-age Preschool/Kindergarten classroom.

Our Early Childhood faculty is a committed professional community dedicated to fostering clear communication, consistent and developmentally appropriate routines based in Waldorf pedagogy, strong safety practices, and effective collaboration across classrooms. We seek a colleague who brings steadiness, initiative, and a collaborative approach to this important work with young children and their families.

Essential Job Duties

• Plan, implement, and document a balanced curriculum that supports the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young children; and maintain accurate and confidential classroom and student records.

• Establish and maintain a warm, orderly, and well-prepared classroom environment that reflects the rhythms, values, and aesthetic of Waldorf early childhood education

• Participate fully in the daily, weekly, and seasonal rhythms of the school.

• Observe, assess, and respond thoughtfully to individual student needs, and collaborate with colleagues and families to support student growth and well-being.

• Build respectful, collaborative partnerships with parents and caregivers through regular communication, parent conferences, class meetings, and written correspondence, offering guidance consistent with Waldorf principles.

• Work collegially with faculty, administration, and staff; participate in faculty meetings, professional development days, in-service trainings, and required school events.

• Train, mentor, and supervise the classroom assistant, fostering clear communication, shared responsibility, and effective teamwork.

• Engage in ongoing professional development, including Waldorf teacher training and continuing education, and remain current with best practices in early childhood education.

• Support and participate in school festivals, committees, outreach, and admissions-related activities, and serve as a positive ambassador for the school within the wider community.

• Uphold all school policies and procedures related to health, safety, and security to ensure the well-being of students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Qualifications
Completion or near completion of Waldorf Teacher Training certificate from AWSNA or WECAN affiliated institute

Bachelors degree

Three or more years of teaching experience

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism

Experience with working with learning and developmental differences

Salary and Benefits
Salary range: $46,000 - $54,000
Benefits: 100% tuition remission for dependents, BlueCross BlueShield PPO/HMO health insurance options, vision and dental insurance, 403(b) retirement planning, two weeks paid time off, accrual-based sick leave, paid family leave, and professional development funding.

About our School
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. 

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. 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.

To Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume to administrator@waldorfdupage.org 

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.