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About Sierra Waldorf School Nestled in the foothills of California's Sierra Nevada mountains, Sierra Waldorf School offers a unique opportunity to teach in a close-knit learning community where relationships matter and education is rooted in meaning, creativity, and human development. Located in Jamestown, California, our school serves families who value a balanced childhood rich in academics, the arts, nature, and community. With small class sizes and a collaborative faculty culture, teachers have the opportunity to know their students deeply and to practice their craft with purpose and autonomy Life in Sonora offers a rare combination of natural beauty and quality of life. Yosemite National Park, mountain lakes, rivers, hiking trails, skiing, and outdoor recreation are all within easy reach, while the pace of life remains grounded and family-friendly. Many of our teachers are drawn not only to Waldorf education, but also to the opportunity to live and work in a community where connection, simplicity, and the natural world are part of daily life. We welcome educators who are inspired by child-centered learning, eager to collaborate with colleagues, and excited to contribute to a vibrant school community dedicated to the healthy development of each child. About the Grades Teacher The Grades Class Teacher guides their class through daily, weekly, and block rhythms, thoughtfully planned in alignment with Waldorf pedagogy and the developmental needs of the children. This role invites continual professional and inner development, including deepening one’s understanding of Anthroposophy and child development, and seeking fresh inspiration and materials for teaching. Waldorf summer training will be required for teachers who do not have familiarity with Waldorf teaching and philosophy. Faculty members participate fully in the life of the school, including: Weekly faculty meetings Grades mentoring groups Committee service and shared governance Qualifications Bachelor’s degree is highly desirable Completed Waldorf teacher training strongly preferred Compensation & Benefits Full annual salary range: $43,680–$68,850 Additional compensation for bachelor’s degree, completed Waldorf teacher training, and Waldorf teaching experience Retirement plan Student tuition remission Professional development opportunities

Job Title: Choir Specialty Teacher Job Classification: Non-exempt, Part-time Position Summary Sierra Waldorf School seeks a warm, skilled, and collaborative Choir Teacher to lead our Lower Grades Choir and Upper Grades Choir. The ideal candidate brings strong vocal music skills, joyful classroom presence, excellent classroom management skills, and an understanding of child development through the lens of Waldorf education. This position includes directing weekly choir classes, preparing students for performances, and cultivating a healthy, beautiful choral culture that supports musical growth, confidence, listening, and community. Reports To Lead Specialty Teacher Duties/responsibilities: Teach ● Lower Grades Choir twice per week ● Upper Grades Choir twice per week ● Prepare and lead students in two annual concert performances ● Collaborate with class teachers and administration as needed ● Attend weekly Specialty Mentoring meetings (1/week) Responsibilities ● Plan and teach engaging, developmentally appropriate choral music lessons ● Foster healthy vocal technique, musicianship, ensemble skills, and joy in singing ● Lead students in rehearsals and performances for two school concerts each year ● Select repertoire appropriate to student age, vocal development, and school culture ● Maintain positive classroom management and clear behavioral expectations ● Create an inclusive, supportive, and artistically inspiring classroom environment ● Communicate professionally with faculty, staff, and families ● Complete Year End Reports for each choir ● Attend relevant faculty meetings, performances, and school events connected to the role ● Support the broader mission and values of Waldorf education and Sierra Waldorf School Curriculum Expectations Lower Grades Choir Instruction for younger choir students should emphasize imagination, musical playfulness, and foundational ensemble skills appropriate to middle childhood development. Curriculum goals may include: Developing healthy singing posture, breath, and tone Singing in unison and beginning simple part work, including rounds and two-part harmony Strengthening pitch matching and tonal awareness Preparing polished performances for school concert and festivals Learning classical music, folk songs, seasonal music, and culturally diverse repertoire Introducing basic music literacy and solfège concepts Cultivating attentive listening and ensemble cooperation Encouraging confidence, stage presence, and joyful participation Upper Grades Choir Instruction for older students should support the emerging adolescent through increasingly sophisticated musical challenges, collaboration, and artistic responsibility. Curriculum goals may include: Refining vocal technique and tone production Singing confidently in complex rounds and two- and three-part harmony Developing independence in rhythm, pitch, and sight-reading Expanding music literacy and choral vocabulary Exploring a broad repertoire of classical, multicultural, and contemporary choral works Strengthening expressive interpretation and musical phrasing Building rehearsal discipline, leadership, and ensemble accountability Preparing polished performances for school concerts and festivals Required Skills/abilities: ● Ability to manage mixed-age classroom dynamics with warmth and clarity Desired Skills/abilities: ● Familiarity with Waldorf education or willingness to learn Waldorf pedagogy ● Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education, Vocal Performance, or related field preferred ● Strong vocal and conducting skills Required Education and experience: ● Experience teaching choir, vocal music, or choral ensembles to children and adolescents ● Enthusiasm for arts education and child-centered teaching Desired Education and experience: ● Piano or other instrumental accompaniment skills ● Experience directing youth choirs ● Collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills ● Appreciation for seasonal festivals and performance traditions Physical requirements: ● Standing for long periods of time ● Ability to walk on uneven terrain ● Ability to see and respond to emergency situations Compensation and benefits ● $25.00-$30.00/hour depending on experience ● Retirement ● School year position, approximately 12-15 hours per week. Equal Employment Opportunity Sierra Waldorf School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Sierra Waldorf School will not tolerate discrimination against any employee based on race, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, religious convictions, or disability. Sierra Waldorf School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Title: ASC Director & Afternoon Lead Teacher, Early Childhood Program (Licensed Facility) Classification: Non‑exempt, Hourly Reports to: Administrative Director, Faculty rep to ASC Committee Position Summary The ASC Director & Afternoon Lead Teacher oversees all aspects of the After‑School Care (ASC) program for Grades and Early Childhood. This role manages staffing, licensing compliance, daily operations, child supervision, parent communication, and Waldorf‑aligned program quality. The position also serves as Afternoon Lead Teacher/Interim Director in Early Childhood, supporting classroom rhythm, safety, and curriculum. Essential Duties & Responsibilities ASC Director Responsibilities • Ensure full compliance with California licensed Early Childhood regulations and uphold Waldorf pedagogy. • Be on site during all ASC operating hours; secure campus at end of day. (this isn’t always the case for grades, but could be the case for EC) • Lead ASC meetings and chair the ASC Committee; collaborate with Faculty for evaluations and mentoring. • Maintain FACTS sign in and out and understand the system. • Maintain staffing schedules, child counts, and licensing ratios for Grades and EC ASC. • Hire, train, supervise, and mentor ASC staff; provide ongoing coaching and performance tracking. • Maintain clear communication with employees, parents, and teachers; manage ASC parent communication and drop‑in billing. • Support Waldorf educational principles and participate in Faculty meetings, mentoring, and professional development. • Manage ASC supplies, snack budget, and staff timecards; delegate tasks appropriately. • Maintain a warm, safe, orderly environment aligned with Waldorf values. Afternoon Lead Teacher – Early Childhood • Implement Waldorf‑aligned EC curriculum, seasonal rhythms, and outdoor supervision. • Plan and prepare snacks, including allergy accommodations; maintain safe food‑handling practices. • Ensure all aspects of licensing are met, including accurate sign‑out procedures and proactive child‑safety. • Willing to attend one or more early childhood courses per year. Required Skills & Abilities • Strong communication, organization, leadership, and initiative. • Ability to maintain program rhythm and uphold safety protocols. • Familiarity with safe food handling. • Must pass FBI, CA DOJ, and Child Abuse Index clearances. • Professionalism- including the ability to keep adult conversations away from the children and personal phones put away while working • Ability to work as part of a team and take direction with flexibility • Ability to work independently with children and with groups of children Required Education & Experience • Experience in Waldorf environments and working with children. • Minimum 2 years childcare experience; 1 year leadership experience. • Minimum 6 ECE units and active enrollment toward 12 required units (Child Development; Child, Family & Community; Curriculum). Desired: Waldorf EC or Lifeways training, ASC experience, Anthroposophy background, BA in related field, experience training staff. Physical Requirements Ability to supervise children indoors/outdoors; frequent standing, walking, bending; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs; exposure to noise and outdoor conditions. Schedule & Compensation School‑year position (mid August–mid‑June), approx. 29 hrs/week, 12:00–5:45 daily. Compensation: $22–$27/hour; possible 50% tuition remission.

Job Classification: Non-exempt, hourly, part-time Summary: The Assistant Teacher participates in all aspects of the classroom work, including managing and preparing for classroom activities and supervising children during regular class hours, supervising independent play, preparing snack, housekeeping and hand work support and duties, participation and support in story time and circle time ( singing, finger games, movement activities), helping the children to clean and tidy the classroom and child observation. Assistant Teachers participate in regular mentoring with EC Faculty and attend the first hour of faculty meetings when available. Reports to: This position reports to the Lead Teacher and Director Duties/Responsibilities: Follow the Waldorf Curriculum as directed by the Class Teacher, which may include but is not limited to the following: Participate in classroom setup, cleaning, and preparation at the beginning of the school year. Closing down a classroom for summer. Share in the care of the children under the Class Teacher’s direction. Supervise children during regular class hours Supervise independent play Prepare snack Maintain food lists for the Lead Assistant Housekeeping Handwork support and duties Participation and support in story time and circle time Help the children to clean and tidy the classroom Hold rest time and closing classroom duties Attend EC faculty mentoring for the last hour Attend the first hour of Faculty Meetings Attend one or more early childhood courses a year Required Skills/abilities: Ability to hold the rhythm of the day when asked to sub within the classroom Familiarity with a kitchen and ability to follow recipes Organizational skills Professionalism- including the ability to keep adult conversations away from the children and personal phones put away while working Strong verbal communication skills Able to follow the lead of the teacher Desired Skills/abilities: Food preparation for a large group of children Required Education and experience: 6 core units of early childhood education and enrolled in at least two-semester units at a college until fully qualified with 12 core units of coursework in early childhood education or child development; at least one course must be in each of the following: Child, family, community, or child/family relations Programs/curriculum Child/human growth and development Experience working with children Assistant Teacher must pass, FBI and Child Abuse Reference Check (CAIC ) Fingerprinting clearance through Live Scan Desired Education and experience: Waldorf Early Childhood Training Background in Anthroposophy Physical requirements: The physical abilities outlined below are essential for successfully performing the key functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these functions. While carrying out the responsibilities of this position, employees are regularly required to monitor and communicate with children and coworkers. This often involves standing, sitting, walking, and using hands and fingers. Occasionally, employees may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Additionally, they may need to lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. Work will take place both outdoors and in a classroom setting, which may frequently be noisy. Employees may also be exposed to bacterial contamination. Time, weeks/year This position runs for the duration of the school year, (mid August through mid-June) excluding seasonal breaks and holidays, 10-36 hours per week including time for mentoring. Compensation and Benefits Base wage $17.50 - $25 per hour Possible 50% remission Equal Employment Opportunity Sierra Waldorf School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Sierra Waldorf School will not tolerate discrimination against any employee based on race, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, religious convictions, or disability. Sierra Waldorf School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Title: ASC Assistant Teacher -Early Childhood Program- Licensed Facility Job Classification: Non-exempt, hourly, part-time Summary: The ASC Assistant Teacher participates in all aspects of the classroom work, including preparing for classroom activities and supervision of children during regular p.m. class hours, rest time, supervision of independent play, snack prep, housekeeping, and hand work support and duties, helping the children to clean and tidy the classroom and child observation. Assistant Teachers participate in regular mentoring with EC Faculty and attend the first hour of faculty meetings when available. Reports to: This position reports to the Lead Teacher Duties/Responsibilities: Follow the Waldorf Curriculum as directed by the Class Teacher, which may include but is not limited to the following: Share in the care of the children under the Class Teacher’s direction. Supervise children during regular p.m. class hours and rest time Supervise independent play Prep snack items for the following day Maintain food lists for the Lead Assistant Housekeeping Handwork support and duties Help the children to clean and tidy the classroom Attend EC faculty mentoring for the last hour when applicable Attend the first hour of Faculty Meetings when applicable Required Skills/abilities: Ability to hold the rhythm of the afternoon when asked to sub Familiarity with a kitchen and ability to follow recipes Organizational skills Professionalism- including the ability to keep adult conversations away from the children and personal phones put away while working Strong verbal communication skills Able to follow the lead of the teacher Desired Skills/abilities: Food preparation for a large group of children Required Education and experience: 6 core units of early childhood education and enrolled in at least two-semester units at a college until fully qualified with 12 core units of coursework in early childhood education or child development; at least one course must be in each of the following: Child, family, community, or child/family relations Programs/Curriculum Child/human growth and development Experience working with children Assistant Teacher must pass, FBI and Child Abuse Reference Check (CAIC ) Fingerprinting clearance through Live Scan Desired Education and experience: Waldorf Early Childhood Training Background in Anthroposophy Physical requirements: The physical abilities outlined below are essential for successfully performing the key functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these functions. While carrying out the responsibilities of this position, employees are regularly required to monitor and communicate with children and coworkers. This often involves standing, sitting, walking, and using hands and fingers. Occasionally, employees may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Additionally, they may need to lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. Work will take place both outdoors and in a classroom setting, which may frequently be noisy. Employees may also be exposed to bacterial contamination. Time, weeks/year This position runs the duration of the school year, (end of August through mid-June) excluding seasonal breaks and holidays, Monday through Thursday 12:30-5:30 and Friday 12:00- 5:30 pm. 20-26 hours per week including time for mentoring. Compensation and Benefits Base wageBase wage $17.50 - $20 per hour per hour Possible 50% remission

Job Title: After School Caregiver Job Classification: Non-exempt, part-time, hourly Summary: Sierra Waldorf School was established in 1989 and has an Early Childhood program through 8th grade. Our program takes a holistic and developmentally appropriate approach to education. This position runs the duration of the school year, 8-25 hours per week including time for mentoring and training. All new hires would need to learn and utilize Waldorf Educational practices. This position includes fingerprinting, background checks, and a TB test are required before hire. Reports to: After School Care Director Supervisory Responsibilities: none Duties/responsibilities: When required, duties in the program may include the following tasks: Watch and observe children Maintain a safe environment Checking children in and out of program Creating, and preparing age appropriate activities, and crafts Preparing inside and/or outside area for snack Maintaining healthy and appropriate rules and guidelines to keep children safe Maintaining healthy communication with children, staff, parents and teachers Attend weekly staff meetings Wear appropriate clothing Classroom sanitation Assist in closing duties and/or completing closing duties Maintaining appropriate ratios of children to caregiver Maintaining safety of children, staff and families. Required Skills & Abilities: Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a team and take direction with flexibility Ability to work independently with children and with groups of children Reliable work ethic Promptness Record keeping skills Attend all training sessions and implement skills on the job Learn about Waldorf philosophy Ability to maintain confidentiality Continuing education A love for teaching and the ability to build a trusting relationship with students, parents and colleagues Education and experience: Experience working with and supervising children. ECE units preferred CPR and Mandated reporter certification ( Provided by the school) Physical requirements: The ability to lift 50lbs. The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces. The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations. Ability to work outside in hot, windy and or cold, rainy weather. The ability to physically run and move swiftly to maintain safety Time, weeks/year: Part time during the school year and part-time summer hours Compensation and benefits: $17.50 - 20.50 hour DOE