Grades Classroom Assistant (2026-2027)
About The Position
The Denver Waldorf School (DWS) seeks a qualified candidate to join our faculty as a Grades Classroom Assistant beginning with the 2026–2027 school year. This is a full-time position that supports the Grades (1–8) programs. The ideal candidate has a genuine love of working with children ages 5 to 14 years old, an appreciation for Waldorf education, and a desire to contribute to a warm, nurturing, and collaborative school environment. This position works closely with lead teachers and support staff to foster a joyful, organized, and developmentally appropriate learning environment while supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally throughout the school day.
Requirements
- Genuine enthusiasm for working with children ages 5 to 14 years old.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in and appreciation for Waldorf education preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers with classroom management, organization, and daily classroom activities.
- Support students individually and in small groups with academic, social, and organizational skills.
- Assist students during classwork by providing guidance, helping maintain focus, and supporting quality work completion.
- Support student access to lessons through direct instruction, task breakdown, material preparation, and modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Assist with transitions between activities and provide additional support to students who require more direct instruction.
- Build trusting relationships with students and support healthy peer interactions, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.
- Observe students closely to identify appropriate interventions and communicate observations to teachers and support staff.
- Assist with grading, classroom organization, and other clerical tasks as needed.
- Support student participation in intervention sessions, including reading, math, and other support services.
- Help administer student medications following delegation requirements.
- Work toward the ability to independently supervise the classroom during transitions and substitute situations.
- Attend weekly faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and in-service trainings.
- Maintain clear, professional, and consistent communication with families and colleagues.
- Contribute positively to the life of the school community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
