Nursery Room Full-Time Assistant Anchorage Waldorf School - 3.4 Anchorage, AK Job Details Full-time From $20 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance
Qualifications CPR Certification Teamwork Caregiving First Aid Certification Food Handler Certification Full Job Description Job Description:
Full-Time Nursery Room Lead Assistant Location:
The Anchorage Waldorf School, Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hourly Rate:
$20.00/hour
Start Date:
October 26, 2026 Position Overview The Anchorage Waldorf School is seeking a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic individual to join our early childhood team as a Full-Time Nursery Room Assistant. This position supports our Waldorf nursery program, working with children aged 2-4 years in a nurturing, play-based environment. The ideal candidate brings a genuine love for young children, a commitment to gentle caregiving, and an interest in Waldorf education. Prior experience with young children is required, and we are happy to mentor and train the right candidate in the principles of Waldorf early childhood education. Key Responsibilities
- Support the lead teacher in daily rhythm and caregiving routines (e.g., diapering, toileting, meals, rest time)
- Engage in play and conversation with children to foster development and connection
- Help maintain a warm, safe, and tidy classroom environment
- Support outdoor play and nature-based activities
- Collaborate with colleagues and communicate effectively with families as needed
- Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing professional development Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older
- Experience working with young children required
- 12+ units in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Familiarity with Waldorf education preferred (training available for the right candidate)
Requirements:
- Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within first 4 weeks of employment
- Mandated Reporter training certificate (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Food Handler Certificate or ability to obtain within first 2 weeks of employment
- Better Kid Care certificate Background check and fingerprinting required for employment during the HR process. Compensation & Benefits
- $20.00 per hour
- Tuition remission for children enrolled in the school (excluding nursery program)
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative faculty community
- Opportunity to grow within a Waldorf educational setting To Apply Please submit a resume, brief cover letter, and three references to .
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Website:
https://waldorfak.org/
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
Childcare:
1 year (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Anchorage, AK 99504 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Anchorage, AK 99504: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person