Southwestern Pennsylvania Region

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About This Position

Position Title:
Little Friends Assistant Teacher 2026-2027 School Year
Publish Date:
04/06/2026
Brief Overview:
The Little Friends Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and Early Childhood faculty in caring for children ages 1-3 within a developmentally appropriate, nurturing, and rhythm-based Waldorf early childhood environment. This full-time role plays an essential part in maintaining the integrity, quality, and daily life of the Little Friends program.


The Assistant Teacher works collaboratively to support children through daily rhythms that include free play, outdoor time, singing, artistic activity, storytelling, and practical care, helping to create a calm and secure foundation for early childhood.
Listing Expiration Date:
05/22/2026
Job Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities:

-Support the Lead Teacher in caring for children ages 1–3

-Help maintain a warm, orderly, and nurturing classroom environment

-Assist with daily rhythms including snack and lunch preparation, inside and outside play, toileting/diapering, transitions and mealtimes

-Engage children through age-appropriate song, movement, storytelling, and artistic work

-Collaborate with Early Childhood faculty and staff to uphold program quality and consistency

-Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Required Qualifications and Skills:

-Genuine interest in Waldorf education and early childhood development

-High school diploma required

-Minimum of two years documented experience working with children

-Understanding of young children’s physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs

-Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and families

-Musical, artistic, or handwork skills are valued

-All required clearances upon hire

-Previous Waldorf training or experience is welcomed but not required. Openness to learning and alignment with Waldorf pedagogy are essential.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Number of Jobs Available:
1
Required Experience
2-5 years
Required Studies:
High-School Diploma/GED
Salary Option:
Hourly
Required Languages:
English
Salary Requirements:
Hourly
Preferred Start Date (use calendar button):
08/26/2026
Benefits:
Paid snow and delay days, daily lunch and two snacks provided, and 30% tuition remission (for kindergarten through the grades)
Expected Start/End Time:
8:00 am-4:00 pm
Keystone STAR Level:
STAR 1
Age Group Position:
Toddler, Preschool
Minimum Number of ECE Credits Required:
12
Minimum Career Lattice Level:
Not Applicable
Required Experience:
2-5 years
PA Teacher Certification Required?:
No
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Email
Application Must Include:
Cover Letter, Resume
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Two letters of recommendation and three references for contact
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About This Employer

WALDORF SCHOOL OF PITTSBURGH
201 South Winebiddle Street

Pittsburgh
, PA 
15224



 
PA DHS Certified

 Southwest-PA



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