Early Childhood Afternoon Assistant (2026-2027)

Career Page • Denver, CO

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Denver Waldorf School (DWS) seeks a qualified candidate to join our faculty as an Early Childhood Afternoon Assistant. The Denver Waldorf School is a friendly and lively urban K-12 school with 300 students located in Denver, Colorado with the splendor of the Rocky Mountains just a short trip away. Founded in 1974, we are a fully accredited full member school of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America, the Waldorf Early Childhood Association and the Association of Colorado Independent Schools.

Requirements

• Qualifications that meet Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) requirements.
• A genuine love of working with children ages 3½ to 6 years old.
• An interest in and appreciation for Waldorf education.
• The ability to collaborate effectively in a collegial team environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain clear, consistent communication with parents.

Responsibilities

• Supervising children during outdoor play.
• Assisting with classroom organization and cleanup.
• Supporting the Lead Teacher and Lead Assistant in daily classroom activities.
• Building warm, meaningful relationships with the children.
• Helping to nurture the domestic, artistic, and rhythmic life of the classroom.
• Sharing responsibility for maintaining a beautiful, orderly, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Creating an atmosphere of security, warmth, and joy where children can thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed