Lower School Associate Teacher

• School Life and Professionalism
• Arrives punctually and maintains professional demeanor, attire, and communication.
• Attends weekly faculty meetings (All Colleagues and Area), professional development, and in-service days.
• Actively contributes to school festivals, events, and community traditions including but not limited to Fall Fair, May Day, and assemblies.
• Supports enrollment and outreach efforts, including tours, interviews, and student visiting days.
• Demonstrates flexibility, cooperation, and a commitment to the school’s mission and shared work.
• Practices clear, kind, and timely communication with colleagues and families.
• Honors confidentiality and adheres to all policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Demonstrates cultural competency and respect for diverse backgrounds, identities, and perspectives in all aspects of teaching, communication, and collaboration.
• Meets weekly with Lead Teacher

• Professional development
• Commits to ongoing study and renewal of Waldorf pedagogy through personal study, workshops, and mentoring.
• Actively participates in Faculty Seminar as requested, mentoring, evaluations, and assigned trainings.
• Engages in professional learning in areas such as culturally responsive teaching, neurodiversity, and developmentally aligned instruction.
• Seeks and integrates feedback for personal and professional growth.
• Actively engages in All Colleagues Meetings, Area Meetings, and seeks to learn from experienced Steiner Colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Waldorf Teacher Certification from an AWSNA-recognized institute or equivalent experience required (or a clear path to certification)
• Strong understanding of and enthusiasm for Waldorf education
• Commitment to professional growth and collaborative work
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and support for diverse learners.
• Prior classroom teaching experience
• Must meet all background checks, fingerprinting, and NYC health and safety compliance standards
• Must maintain current First Aid/CPR certification and be compliant with all licensing/training requirements

SALARY

The salary range for this position is $40,000-$65,000. Steiner provides exceptional benefits including robust healthcare, professional development, and the opportunity for flexible work during school breaks.

To be considered for this position, please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references to our employment page.

Rudolf Steiner School, Inc. is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization incorporated under the laws of New York State and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, gender, religion, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity, gender expression, predisposing genetic characteristics, disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.