JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT MWS
Our School Community
Malamalama Waldorf School was founded in 1978 by a group of devoted parents and educators seeking a different educational experience for children in the Puna district of the Big Island. MWS offers education preschool through Grade 8. MWS is located in the residential subdivision of Hawaiian Paradise Park, nestled on a 20-acre parcel in a beautiful rainforest setting. In 1979 MWS was incorporated as an independent, non-profit educational and cultural organization in the State of Hawaii. The school is a well-respected member of the Big Island community with over 40 years dedicated to Waldorf Education preschool through 8th Grade. Our graduates regularly go on to hold top academic honors in high school, including graduating valedictorians and salutatorians. They are also leaders in athletic, artistic, and performing arts endeavors.
The Big Island of Hawaii is rich in cultural diversity as well as boasting a most unusual volcanic landscape, ranch lands, and beaches. You can surf in the morning and don winter apparel for a jaunt to the summit of Mauna Kea in the afternoon.
On the Big Island, we are blessed with a beautiful natural environment, rich cultural opportunities, a temperate climate, a relatively low cost of living, and affordable housing options. The school’s salary together with its generous benefit package supports a moderate lifestyle.
Our inspiring faculty are enthusiastic with a commitment to Waldorf education delivered with warmth and through collaboration. Our dedicated Specialty Subject teachers provide Hawaiian Studies and Language, Japanese language, handwork, and music. Our parents are supportive and involved in many areas of the school, including active participation in festivals, and sharing their talents by volunteering to meet the needs of the school.
We value teachers who are open to learning about other cultures and enjoy nurturing healthy relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. We seek candidates with excellent teaching, classroom management, and communication skills and a deep understanding of students and their development.
SCHOOL YEAR 2024-25
Substitute Teachers
On-call M-F. Must pass a background check.
After-School Care Teacher- Early Childhood
Early Childhood Teacher to provide loving care to children ages 3-6 following the regular school day program. Teachers will need to have a Director-Teacher Card with DHS Registry. Please start the process- https://www.patchhawaii.org/programs/dhs-hawaii-early-childhood-registry/
Hours: M-Th 2-5:30, F 12-5:30
After School Care Assistant- Early Childhood
Early Childhood Assistant to provide support for the Afterschool Teacher and loving care to children ages 3-6 following the regular school day program. Assistants will need an Assistant Card with DHS Registry. Please start the process- https://www.patchhawaii.org/programs/dhs-hawaii-early-childhood-registry/
Hours: M-Th 2-5:30, F 12-5:30
After School Teacher/Director - Grades
Grades Teacher/Director will provide loving care to children ages 6-14 following the regular school day program.
Teachers/Directors will need to have a Director-Teacher Card with DHS Registry. Please start the Process- https://www.patchhawaii.org/programs/dhs-hawaii-early-childhood-registry/
To receive this card, you need to satisfy any one of the requirement groups:
1. Bachelor’s degree and 12 months experience working with children, at least 6 months of that experience should be with school-aged children;
2. Child Development Associate degree and 12 months experience working with children, at least 6 months of that experience should be with school-aged children;
3. 2 years of college and 24 months experience working with children, at least 6 months of that experience should be with school-aged children.
Hours: M-Th 2-5:30, F 12-5:30
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
After School Teacher's Assistant- Grades
Teacher’s Assistant will provide loving care to children ages 6-14 following the regular school day program.
Teacher’s Assistants must have a Program Leader Card with DHS Registry. Please start the process- https://www.patchhawaii.org/programs/dhs-hawaii-early-childhood-registry/
To receive this card, you need to satisfy any one of the requirement groups:
1. 2 years of college and 6 months experience working with school-aged children;
2. Child Development Associate degree and 6 months experience working with school-aged children;
3. High School diploma and 6 months experience working with school-aged children.
Hours: M-Th 2-5:30, F 12-5:30
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Math Teacher: Grades 5-8
Mālamalama Waldorf School is seeking a Math teacher for grades 5-8 for the 2024-25 school year to begin no later than November 5th. We are looking for someone who has previous experience teaching math, ideally has Waldorf teacher training, previous Waldorf teaching experience, and a grounding in anthroposophy with a bachelor’s degree or higher. The position is approximately 7.5 teaching hours per week and other non-teaching hours.
We offer a competitive hourly wage based on education and experience and a benefits package, including support for professional development.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits: Tuition discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
Keaau, HI 96749: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Movement Teacher Grades
Mālamalama Waldorf School is actively seeking a dynamic, creative, and nurturing, part-time Movement Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.
Our ideal candidate will have experience teaching Movement in 1-8 Waldorf School and have certification in Spacial Dynamics®, Eurythmy, or other movement disciplines. In addition, experience as a physical education teacher and/or trained movement therapist is also welcome. Each candidate will show examples of the ability to create a developmentally appropriate movement curriculum for classes of children 6-14 years of age. They will be able to draw upon a repertoire of cooperative games along with an understanding of the Greek Pentathlon and Medieval/Global Games.
We seek to hire an individual who is self-directed, creative, artistic, collaborative, knowledgeable of, and committed to Waldorf education and Anthroposophy. Candidates preferred to have a Bachelor’s degree or higher with prior teaching experience (ideally in a Waldorf school) as well as completion of, or current enrollment in, Waldorf teacher training. Student teachers in training are encouraged to apply as well.
We offer a competitive hourly wage based on education and experience and a benefits package, including support for professional development.
This position begins in August 2024 and is part-time at 6 hours per week.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits: Tuition discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
Keaau, HI 96749: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
SCHOOL YEAR 2025-26
First Grade Teacher
Mālamalama Waldorf School is actively seeking a full-time First Grade Teacher for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Ideal candidates will be experienced Waldorf educators, have completed Waldorf training, and hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Previous Waldorf teaching experience is preferred. We are seeking individuals with a commitment to excellence in teaching along with excellent communication skills providing parent education and working collegially. Our first grade teacher will have a passion for working with youth while holding a vision of carrying this class through the 8th grade. Other valued traits would be artistic and musical abilities, social dynamic skills, a sturdy presence, and strong organizational skills for conducting a combined grades class.Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. In your cover letter please describe how the gifts you bring will benefit our students and our school as well as how you see calling the Big Island home.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:Dental insurance, Employee discount, Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant
Mālamalama Waldorf School is looking for an Early Childhood Assistant for the upcoming 2025-26 School Year to provide support for the Lead Teacher and loving care to children ages 3-6 during the regular school day program.Teacher's Assistant will need to have an Assistant Card with DHS
Registry.
Hours:M-Th 7:15 - 2:45, F 7:15 - 12:45
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits: Employee discount
Education: High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification: Preschool Assistant Cert with DHS Registry
TO APPLY
Interested applicants are required to fill out our Employment Application form above and are welcome to send a letter of introduction, resume, college transcripts, Waldorf certifications, and three references to the Recruiting Committee at Mālamalama Waldorf School.
Mālamalama Waldorf School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment that values diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic, and we actively seek to recruit, hire, and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities to promote diversity and support the contributions of all employees. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for employment opportunities at Mālamalama Waldorf School.