Substitute Teacher (EC & Grades)

Bright Water Waldorf School is seeking an energetic, collaborative, and warm-hearted teacher, committed to the ideals of Waldorf education and wanting to serve as a substitute teacher for early childhood (ages 1 to 6 years old) or grade school (ages 7 - 14 years old) students. We are a group of dedicated faculty and staff committed to Waldorf principles, mindful land stewardship, and providing our students with opportunities for dynamic learning within an inclusive community.

Our Mission: Cultivating Creative Minds, Capable Hands, and Compassionate Hearts

Bright Water Waldorf School is an independent school serving students Pre-K to 8th grade with a developmentally appropriate, multidisciplinary, experiential, and academically rigorous education that cul ti vates students’ heads, hands, and hearts. Our home is within the Japanese Cultural Community Center of Washington in Seattle’s Chinatown Interna ti onal District neighborhood. We are called toward a new future and are orien ti ng our school’s evolu ti on toward equity and community. We seek leaders who are excited to be on this journey with us.

We seek an individual:

•  Who nurtures and guides young children through the philosophy of Waldorf education: love and warmth
• Who is familiar with experiential pedagogy
• Who strives to deepen their understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Who is interested in collaborating with colleagues to create an environment of joy and belonging for children and their families
• Who is flexible, adaptable, and communicative

Required Credentials:

• Must be 18 years or older
• At least one year of experience working with early childhood (ages 1 to 6) or grade school (ages 7 - 14) children
• Compliance with regulations outlined in the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and active MERIT account or willingness to create one
• Commitment to equity; anti-racist, gender-inclusive environments; and evaluation of systemic privilege and oppression with openness to personal and institutional growth

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with Waldorf Education or openness to learn

Location: On campus at Bright Water Waldorf School, 1414 S Weller Street, Seattle, WA 98144

Hours: Part Time; Variable hours from Monday - Friday during the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., depending upon shift needs

Compensation: $20.76 - $35.00/hour, depending upon experience

Benefits: Sick Leave – 1 hour for every 30 hours worked

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Bright Water Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer. We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Bright Water Waldorf School makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of recruiting and employment, including compensation, benefits, advancement, transfers, and reductions in force. Bright Water Waldorf School takes seriously its commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity and a diverse workforce.

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