Teacher Admin Support

Teacher Admin/Support

Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Rainbow Gardens, Northfield, Vermont
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (37 hours per week)
Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications; starting at $20/hour, up to $27.50/hour
Employment Term: September through mid-June (includes 6 paid holidays; school breaks are unpaid)

About Rainbow Gardens
 

Rainbow Gardens is a Waldorf early childhood center dedicated to providing a nurturing, imaginative, and developmentally appropriate environment for young children. Our program fosters a deep connection to nature, rhythm, and community life and is a critical resource to over 30 families in Northfield and surrounding communities.

Position Overview
 

We are seeking a caring, dependable Teacher/Admin Support staff member to join our team. This person will provide essential classroom coverage for the teaching staff and administrative support throughout the school day, assisting with tasks related to attendance, and helping maintain a clean, welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide daily in-class coverage for the Program Director from 12-2pm

Cover teacher breaks and step in as an additional support person in classrooms when needed

Log daily attendance and respond to parent attendance-related messages

Support with afternoon cleaning duties (and possible facilities requests) to help maintain a safe, orderly, and beautiful school environment

Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure smooth daily rhythms for children and families

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience working with young children in a childcare, preschool, or similar setting preferred

Warmth, patience, and caring with young children

Strong communication and organizational skills

Reliability and flexibility in responding to changing classroom needs

Comfort with both administrative and hands-on tasks

Alignment with Waldorf education values is a plus, though prior experience is not required

Benefits

Hourly pay starting at $20

6 paid holidays

School-year schedule with three unpaid breaks (holiday break, mid-winter break, and spring break)

How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter describing your interest in the position to office@rainbowgardensvt.org.

Join us in supporting the children, families, and staff at Rainbow Gardens in creating a warm, joyful, and caring community.