Waldorf School Of Louisville
Location
Louisville, Kentucky
Salary
$17 - $17 / HOUR
Support the early childhood program by maintaining a nurturing environment and assisting with classroom setup and cleanup. Guide children with self-care, social behavior, and supervise outdoor activities.
Preferred experience in early childhood education with children aged 2.5 to 7. Candidates must be reliable, dependable, and team-oriented.
The Waldorf School of Louisville (WSL) is a fee-based, independent school in Jefferson County, serving children from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8. The school was established in 1992, and has been providing a unique curriculum that blends the arts with rigorous academics for over thirty years. The curriculum has been successful meeting the needs of our children worldwide, for over 100 years. Waldorf education awakens a lifelong love of learning, inspires critical thinking, and fosters emotional intelligence in our students. We educate the whole child, guided by a deep understanding of human development. Waldorf is non-denominational and open to children of all cultural, racial, and religious backgrounds. The Waldorf School of Louisville strives to make Waldorf education available to all families who value it, regardless of financial circumstances.
The assistant position provides support to the children in our early childhood programs (ages 2.5-6 years) during our morning program. Primary Job Responsibilities: Assist in maintaining a warm and nurturing environment Possess a warm, friendly, and imaginative demeanor Love of working and being with young children Assist in setup/cleanup Prepare the daily snack Help maintain general order, cleanliness, and aesthetics in classroom and outdoor areas Oversee children on the playground and assist with the transitions to and from outside Help with daily preparations of classroom, restocking supplies and materials Guide children with self-care (toileting, dressing, and social behavior) Provide first aid as needed Requirements and Qualifications: Early Childhood Education experience with ages 2.5-7 (preferred) Reliable, dependable, and team oriented Hours and Schedule: Opening for Monday through Friday 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM with additional time to meet with team and Lead Teacher Pay Rate: $17/hr
Please send a letter of interest, your resume, and two professional references to hiring@waldorflouisville.com. This is for an opening for the 2026-2027 school year.
Market context
Kentucky early childhood assistant teacher openings are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in childcare and preschool settings, where dependable classroom support is essential. These roles are competitive because employers look for candidates who can meet basic education and background-check requirements while also handling active, hands-on duties. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and be ready to highlight your classroom support experience and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Salary benchmark
$30,939 avg / yr
Typical range: $29,120–$33,280 based on 13 active listings in Kentucky
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