EDUCATING THE WHOLE CHILD IN A NURTURING, CREATIVE COMMUNITY

Potomac Crescent Waldorf School (PCWS) is seeking a full-time Director of Administration to join our dedicated staff and vibrant community at our newly renovated school in historic Old Town Alexandria. PCWS offers a distinctive educational experience rooted in the principles of Waldorf education, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a connection to nature. Our close-knit community values holistic development, nurturing each child's academic, artistic, and social growth. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative, supportive environment dedicated to enriching the lives of our students and families. Salary is commensurate with experience. PCWS offers a benefits package that includes tuition discounts and health insurance options. This position is exempt. This role is accountable to the PCWS Board of Directors.

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The position includes the following responsibilities:

• Leadership & Oversight: Lead administrative staff and manage external contractors to ensure cohesive communication and operational excellence.

• Strategic Coordination: Act as the Administration’s primary liaison with the faculty and board of directors; coordinate strategic meetings and initiatives.

• Community Engagement: Serve as the main point of contact for the community; facilitate events and ensure a welcoming atmosphere. Ensure that communications, marketing, and enrollment activities are unified and meet the school’s growth objectives.

• Policy & Compliance: Oversee the development and maintenance of key policies and handbooks; ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards.

• Financial Management & Human Resources: Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting. Ensure alignment of financial management with the strategic goals and operational needs of the organization. Manage payroll, benefits administration, and compensation structures. Chair the HR Committee; lead performance reviews, orientations, and staff development processes.

• Facilities Management: Oversee facility operations and maintenance; manage vendor relationships and ensure a secure and well-maintained environment.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.

• Professional Experience: Minimum of five years of professional experience.

• Leadership Experience: At least two years in an administrative leadership role, ideally within a non-profit or independent school setting. 

• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) and Microsoft Office.

• Financial Acumen: Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting practices. Knowledge of financial software and systems is a plus.

• Organizational Skills: Highly reliable, well-organized, and able to effectively manage and lead a team.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with various constituency groups.

• Priority Management: Skilled at managing competing priorities and adapting to the cyclical nature of school operations.

• Adaptability: Quick learner with the ability to embrace new systems and approaches.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of school regulatory compliance is a plus.

• Educational Interest: Experience and/or interest in Waldorf education curriculum, pedagogy, and/or administration is preferred.

Potomac Crescent Waldorf School is seeking an assistant teacher for children aged 3- to 6-years old enrolled in our afternoon program for the 2024-2025 school year. The hours are 12:00-3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday and include outdoor forest day programs on Thursdays and Fridays.

The position includes supporting the full-time lead and assistant teachers in carrying out the following elements of the program: 

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● Preparing the classroom for rest time 

● Transitioning the children from their morning programs 

● Overseeing lunch with the children 

● Settling the children for rest and story time 

● Gently transitioning the children from rest time to free play or other activities

● Dismissing children who leave after the afternoon program

● Tidying and cleaning classroom(s) and other spaces used so they are ready for the  morning classes 

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The ideal candidate will have early childhood teaching experience, a warm and gentle classroom presence with strong social and communication skills, the ability to work cooperatively with other teachers, the ability to work outdoors in all safe weather, and an openness to training and guidance about how Waldorf pedagogy supports our curriculum. A commitment to our principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice and a willingness to participate in ongoing work related to this is essential. Waldorf early childhood training and/or experience is highly valued. This position is paid hourly.

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Potomac Crescent Waldorf School seeks a part-time Mandarin teacher for the 2025-2026 school year to join our dedicated faculty and vibrant community at our newly renovated school in historic Old Town Alexandria. This is a salaried position.

The Mandarin teacher is in charge of teaching and guiding first-fifth grade classes with curriculum and activities that meet the needs of each developmental stage, following the Waldorf curriculum. The Mandarin teacher will teach 40-minute classes twice a week for each grade, for a total of ten classes per week. 

Responsibilities

• Plan, carry out, and review programs and activities in the class throughout the year, using games, songs and poetry, as well as basic vocabulary and simple conversations on everyday topics; when developmentally appropriate, writing and character recognition can also be introduced;

• Create the overall plan for the year, keeping in mind seasonal progression and incorporating some traditional Chinese festivals; 

• Keep records of student progress to help contribute to November and February parent-teacher conferences and to help with end-of-year reports;

• Write narrative end-of-year reports for each child in their classes;

• Maintain appropriate professional development through self-study.

The ideal candidate will be a native Mandarin speaker who has an understanding of Waldorf pedagogy or a commitment to learning about it, a love of teaching, excellent classroom management skills, and strong communication and collaborative skills. We value previous Waldorf teaching experience.

We welcome applications for qualified substitute teachers for our Early Childhood and Grades programs. Applicants should enjoy working with children and express an interest in Waldorf education. Substitute teachers play a valuable role in the life of the school and help us provide continuity of education and care to our students. Please use the "Apply Now" button above to submit your application. Additional questions can be addressed to our personnel committee at personnel@potomacwaldorf.org.

Potomac Crescent Waldorf School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation or military status in any employment decision. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors and vendors. If you would like further information about PCWS' commitment to providing equal opportunities for all job applicants, contact our Equal Opportunity Coordinator at eoc@potomacwaldorf.org.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Potomac Crescent Waldorf School values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation.  See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.