Early Childhood Nursery Assistant & Substitute Teacher
Early Childhood Nursery Assistant & Substitute Teacher
Job Category: Early Childhood
Opening Statement
The Waldorf School of New Orleans is seeking a part-time Nursery Assistant and substitute teacher in our Early Childhood program for the 2026-2027 school year.
About
The Waldorf School of New Orleans (WSNO) is a private, non-profit, independent school that integrates academics with the arts, culture, and community. Our mission is to awaken and draw out each child’s individual strength and integrity, allowing them to become a free thinker; a courageous seeker of truth and knowledge; and an empathetic, enthusiastic participant and innovator in local culture and global society.
Essential Job Duties
Nursery Assistant Duties Include:
- Offering supervision and care to children under the direct supervision of the Lead teacher, from 8:20 until 12:00 Monday through Friday.
- Arrive at work and be ready to begin responsibilities by 8:00am. Follow the Lead teacher’s direction for the day’s preparation.
- Support developmentally appropriate Waldorf Curriculum by following Lead teacher’s direction, training, and suggestions.
- Support activities may include snack preparation, bodily care of the students, light housekeeping in the classroom and garden spaces, dish washing and clean up after meals, offering physical support to children during circle or story activities, keeping children safe during outings, comforting and supporting children during separation, attending faculty meetings, Open Houses, and other evening events as requested, and any other task assigned by the lead teacher.
- Undergoing and keeping current the licensing requirements for the Childcare License, such as CPR, and other health, safety, and curriculum classes assigned.
- Desire to continue on a path of self-development and professional development.
- Act as Substitute Teacher as needed for Early Childhood programs.
Substitute Teacher Responsibilities Include:
- Follow regular teacher’s lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that encourages students to participate.
- Modify teaching styles to fit the learning styles of various students.
- Maintain a well-managed classroom and positive learning environment.
- Supervise students out of class such as in hallways and in outside play areas.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Experience working with preschool aged children
- Agreement with WSNO Employee Handbook
- Friendly, flexible, and comfortable establishing classroom management
- Extremely reliable and dependable
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
Employment Details
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume to admindirector@waldorfnola.org
