Careers
Educational Support Administrator
Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking an experienced Student Support Administrator for the 2024-25 school year. Candidates must have a minimum of three years experience working with children. A degree in education, differentiated instruction, special education or equivalent and a practical understanding of neuro-developmental profiles, including remediation and assessment are required. Experience or interest in Waldorf education as well as Waldorf remedial work is a plus. This position is best suited to a self-starter who will enjoy the excitement and challenges of collaboratively designing a program to fit our unique needs as a school.
Our curriculum includes language/s, handwork, woodwork, music, eurythmy, an educational support program and physical education. Festivals and celebrations are community-oriented. Our Board is active and well-established, and our strong Parent Association reflects a supportive and diverse parent body. The school is a full member of AWSNA, as well as of the Association of Independent Schools of New England. An active Anthroposophical branch and First Class are in the area, as well as a nearby teacher training center, biodynamic farm and farm store.
Salary for the position is commensurate with experience; benefits include health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, and tuition remission. Please send a cover letter, resume and references to Human Resources, employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org or call 413 528 4015. A review of resumes will begin immediately.
Receptionist/Front Desk Specialist
Berkshire Waldorf School has an opening for a receptionist/front desk specialist for the 2024-25 school year. Our ideal candidates have excellent verbal and written communication abilities, strong organizational and time management skills, proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office, basic database entry skills and a love for working with children and young teens. This position entails many fast paced interactions, with a myriad of different tasks coming up throughout the day. You will never watch the clock here! Experience working in a school is a plus.
The front desk position interacts and works closely with students, faculty, administrative staff and parents. A strong sense of discretion, collegiality, professionalism and friendly, positive demeanor are a must. CPR, first aid and other school required training will be provided if not already certified.
This position is in-person only, when school is in session for students, along with required professional development and faculty/staff meeting days. Some limited school vacation week and/or summer work may be requested.
Located midway between New York City and Boston, the Berkshires are well known for their natural beauty and cultural and artistic communities.
To Apply:
This is a part-time, hourly position during the academic school year, with summers and most school vacation days and weeks off. Compensation for the position is commensurate with experience.
Interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume and list of three references to our Human Resources Team at employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org. Please include the job title and your name in the subject line. A review of resumes will begin immediately.
Early Childhood Assistant
Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking an early childhood assistant for the 2024-25 school year. Our ideal candidates have Waldorf Early Childhood training and teaching experience, and a love and commitment to being outdoors with children. A strong understanding of child development and a capacity to provide parent support and healthy communication are essential. We also value an interest in Anthroposophy.
Both our Nursery and our Mixed-age Kindergarten classes are based outdoors, but each class has access to an indoor classroom as well. Our beautiful campus includes playgrounds, forest trails and play areas, and gardens. The school is a full member of AWSNA, NAIS as well as of the Association of Independent Schools of New England. The Berkshire Waldorf School is a N-8 school, and the Berkshire Waldorf High School is located nearby.
To Apply:Interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume and list of five references to our Human Resources Team at employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org. Please include the job title and your name in the subject line. A review of resumes will begin immediately.
After School Extended Care Teacher
Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking an Extended Programming Teacher for Grades 2-8 students for the 2024-25 school year. This role involves working closely with grades students with some light administrative duties. Waldorf teaching experience is a plus. Effective classroom management, communication, and the ability to collaborate are priorities as are strong organizational skills. Hours for this position are Monday-Thursday from 2:45-5:30pm. Compensation is paid on an hourly basis. Expansion into a full program director for after school and summer programming is possible for the right candidate.
To Apply:
Salary for the position is commensurate with experience; benefits may include health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, and tuition remission. Please send a cover letter, resume and references to Human Resources, employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org or call 413 528 4015. A review of resumes will begin immediately.
Handwork Assistant
Are you able to crochet and knit? Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking a part-time Handwork Assistant for the 2024/25 school year. This position will assist Mrs. Palmer with Grades One – Three. Part time hours are:
Monday and Wednesday 10:45a -12:20p
Tuesday and Thursday 10:45a – 11:30a
If you have a love of working with children and can crochet and knit, send a letter of interest to Human Resources at employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org.
Berkshire Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
