Kindergarten Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Waldorf School of the Peninsula•Los Altos, CA

1d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Waldorf School of the Peninsula in Mountain View is seeking a Full-Time Kindergarten Teaching Assistant starting in August 2026. The position is compensated at $25 - $27 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Minimum age: 18 years old
High School completion required
Must be able to perform and meet the physical demands required in this capacity (ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel and/or stoop most of the time)
Must have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain
Complete a California criminal record clearance via DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearance

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree preferred
Participate in summer intensives and ongoing Waldorf training

Responsibilities

Promote positive relationships with all children and adults
Create a nurturing environment for young children and families
Develop partnerships with colleagues to establish a cohesive early childhood community
Assist in fulfilling daily rhythm under the guidance of the lead teacher
Assist with classroom management and attend to children’s needs
Support the lead teacher by assisting in supervision of children and participation in daily activities
Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing environment and classroom
Assist naptime; keep a calm, slow, centered and quiet tone of the classroom
Follow the full-time assistant teacher’s lead
In the absence of the full-time assistant teacher, may be asked to take over the full-time assistant responsibilities
Consult with the Lead Teacher as needed for curriculum clarification and guidance
Be an appropriate role model for the children and parents
Assist with bathroom support and hygiene
Help to uphold all school rules and foster a community of kindness and inclusion
Engage in self-development, including meditative and restorative practices
If possible, participate in summer intensives and ongoing Waldorf training
Acquire new skills relevant to how to support the current students
Complete required training (e.g., first aid, mandatory reporter, school policy updates)
Collaborate with the lead teacher to reinforce clear classroom procedures to cultivate a positive learning environment
Follow the Student Support for Behavior Management/Tracking Agreement
Offer and share observations on the children’s development with the Lead Teacher
Foster parent-teacher relationships through clear and open communication
Follow the lead teacher guidance on best practices for communicating with parents
Follow school protocol regarding parent engagement