Employment Opportunities
Early Childhood - Assistant Teacher (Nursery)
Apple Blossom Waldorf School & Family Center is seeking an Early Childhood assistant teacher for the 2023-24 school year. This is a part time, hourly position in our Nursery classroom with children ages 18 months-3 years. As our school is growing there is room to grow professionally as well.
Skills
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Interest in working with children under the lead teachers guidance
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Enjoy daily active engagement in work (for example gardening and animal care)
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Enjoy domestic activities such as preparing snack, dish washing etc.
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Be attentive to all areas involving the safety and well-being of the children
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Be a quiet but active presence in the classroom
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Work with children one-to-one and in a small group
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Be open and receptive to suggestions
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Radiate a joyful inner mood
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Maintain confidentiality
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Re-direct parental questions to the lead teacher
Qualifications: A warm and open disposition with the ability to lovingly care for children of mixed ages. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and hold a bachelor’s degree. Eagerness to learn about Apple Blossom and Waldorf education. Waldorf training and experience preferred, but not required.
Requirements: The ability to meet Connecticut OEC licensing requirements including yearly professional development, as well as to pass a CT criminal background check. To be able to lift and carry small children during caregiving times.
Apple Blossom Waldorf School and Family Center is a full member of WECAN, located in Wilton, Connecticut, “a lovely piece of heaven in a bustling world.” In its 19th year the School and Family Center is expanding and recently moved to a larger facility down the road.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and three references to Dasha Bukovska at: dasha@appleblossomschool.org