Auxiliary Programs Director / Early Childhood & Lower School Coordinator
Washington Waldorf School, Waldorf, MD, United States
Auxiliary Programs Director / Early Childhood & Lower School Coordinator
The Washington Waldorf School, located in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking an
Auxiliary Programs Director / Early Childhood & Lower School Coordinator
to support both the School’s auxiliary programs and the daily operations of the Early Childhood and Lower School divisions. This is a dynamic, dual-role position that combines program leadership with administrative coordination in a collaborative school environment.
This is a full-time, year-round salaried position. All Washington Waldorf School employees are responsible for fostering an educational environment aligned with Rudolf Steiner’s philosophy and the AWSNA Principles of Waldorf Education; collaborating with colleagues to support students; contributing to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive community; and advancing the School’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
This position is structured as a dual role, with responsibilities divided between Auxiliary Programs leadership and Early Childhood & Lower School coordination. The role works closely with School administration, faculty across all divisions.
Primary Responsibilities Auxiliary Programs Director (Aftercare, Summer Camp & Program Development)
Oversee the Aftercare Program and Summer Camp, ensuring warm, safe, and developmentally appropriate environments aligned with Waldorf principles
Lead the development and expansion of auxiliary programming, including designing and implementing new offerings such as clubs, enrichment classes, and other after school opportunities for students
Collaborate with school leadership to assess program needs, explore new initiatives, and build sustainable, mission-aligned auxiliary offerings over time
Ensure compliance with all applicable licensing, health, and regulatory requirements in coordination with school administration
Recruit, hire, train, and manage Aftercare staff, Summer Camp instructors, and additional auxiliary program leaders as programs expand
Serve as the primary point of contact for families enrolled in auxiliary programs
Collaborate with the administrative team to support program planning, enrollment, promotion, and operations
Maintain accurate records related to attendance, registration, scheduling, and budgeting, including summer program payroll coordination
Coordinate childcare staffing for in-service days, professional development, parent‑teacher conferences, and other school needs
Early Childhood & Lower School Coordination
Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for Early Childhood and Lower School families, faculty, and staff
Manage and distribute regular communications to families and the broader school community
Coordinate daily substitute coverage for Early Childhood and Lower School faculty and assistant absences
Participate in school‑wide calendar planning and coordinate adjustments due to weather, events, or operational needs
Coordinate logistics for festivals, field trips, assemblies, parent evenings, and other events in collaboration with Department Chairs
Manage the collection and maintenance of student records, including attendance, health (immunization and medication), permissions, and emergency contact information, in coordination with the Front Office Manager and School Nurse
Communicate with families regarding student health and wellness as needed, in partnership with appropriate staff
Maintain accurate and confidential student records in accordance with school policies and applicable regulations
Support updates to and distribution of family and faculty handbooks and other school materials
Provide administrative support for hiring and onboarding of Early Childhood and Lower School faculty and assistants
Attend Early Childhood and Lower School faculty meetings and support departmental communication, initiatives, and implementation of decisions
Assist with daily school rhythms, including arrival, lunch, recess, dismissal, and support for field trips and special events
Serve as Early Childhood and Lower School registrar
Partner with the Early Childhood OCC Director to support compliance with Maryland Office of Child Care (OCC) regulations, including maintaining required documentation and assisting with annual inspections and audits
Schoolwide Administrative & Operational Support
Manage and coordinate faculty duty schedules across Early Childhood, Lower School, and Upper School divisions, ensuring appropriate coverage, equity, and alignment with school needs
Design, build, and maintain the organizational structure of a shared digital resource and records hub (e.g., Google Drive or similar platform), in coordination with the Operations Director
Support special projects and additional administrative initiatives as requested
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Familiarity with Waldorf education or a demonstrated interest in learning more
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in a dynamic school environment
Proficiency with administrative systems and ability to learn school‑specific platforms
Collaborative mindset with proactive problem‑solving skills
Preferred Experience
Experience in a school, camp, or educational setting
Experience managing programs or supervising staff
CPR/First Aid certification and/or willingness to obtain certification
Maryland OCC certification/clearances to support licensed program operations and/or willingness to obtain certification
Maryland Medication Technician certification or willingness to obtain
Washington Waldorf School is committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all interested individuals.
The compensation for this position includes a salary range of $50K–$64K and our full benefits package which includes health, disability and life insurance; dental reimbursement; retirement plan (after 1 year of employment); optional dental, vision, and illness/accident insurance; professional development support; and tuition remission for the employee’s children attending WWS, as articulated in the Employee Handbook.
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Auxiliary Programs Director / Early Childhood & Lower School Coordinator
to support both the School’s auxiliary programs and the daily operations of the Early Childhood and Lower School divisions. This is a dynamic, dual-role position that combines program leadership with administrative coordination in a collaborative school environment.
This is a full-time, year-round salaried position. All Washington Waldorf School employees are responsible for fostering an educational environment aligned with Rudolf Steiner’s philosophy and the AWSNA Principles of Waldorf Education; collaborating with colleagues to support students; contributing to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive community; and advancing the School’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
This position is structured as a dual role, with responsibilities divided between Auxiliary Programs leadership and Early Childhood & Lower School coordination. The role works closely with School administration, faculty across all divisions.
Primary Responsibilities Auxiliary Programs Director (Aftercare, Summer Camp & Program Development)
Oversee the Aftercare Program and Summer Camp, ensuring warm, safe, and developmentally appropriate environments aligned with Waldorf principles
Lead the development and expansion of auxiliary programming, including designing and implementing new offerings such as clubs, enrichment classes, and other after school opportunities for students
Collaborate with school leadership to assess program needs, explore new initiatives, and build sustainable, mission-aligned auxiliary offerings over time
Ensure compliance with all applicable licensing, health, and regulatory requirements in coordination with school administration
Recruit, hire, train, and manage Aftercare staff, Summer Camp instructors, and additional auxiliary program leaders as programs expand
Serve as the primary point of contact for families enrolled in auxiliary programs
Collaborate with the administrative team to support program planning, enrollment, promotion, and operations
Maintain accurate records related to attendance, registration, scheduling, and budgeting, including summer program payroll coordination
Coordinate childcare staffing for in-service days, professional development, parent‑teacher conferences, and other school needs
Early Childhood & Lower School Coordination
Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for Early Childhood and Lower School families, faculty, and staff
Manage and distribute regular communications to families and the broader school community
Coordinate daily substitute coverage for Early Childhood and Lower School faculty and assistant absences
Participate in school‑wide calendar planning and coordinate adjustments due to weather, events, or operational needs
Coordinate logistics for festivals, field trips, assemblies, parent evenings, and other events in collaboration with Department Chairs
Manage the collection and maintenance of student records, including attendance, health (immunization and medication), permissions, and emergency contact information, in coordination with the Front Office Manager and School Nurse
Communicate with families regarding student health and wellness as needed, in partnership with appropriate staff
Maintain accurate and confidential student records in accordance with school policies and applicable regulations
Support updates to and distribution of family and faculty handbooks and other school materials
Provide administrative support for hiring and onboarding of Early Childhood and Lower School faculty and assistants
Attend Early Childhood and Lower School faculty meetings and support departmental communication, initiatives, and implementation of decisions
Assist with daily school rhythms, including arrival, lunch, recess, dismissal, and support for field trips and special events
Serve as Early Childhood and Lower School registrar
Partner with the Early Childhood OCC Director to support compliance with Maryland Office of Child Care (OCC) regulations, including maintaining required documentation and assisting with annual inspections and audits
Schoolwide Administrative & Operational Support
Manage and coordinate faculty duty schedules across Early Childhood, Lower School, and Upper School divisions, ensuring appropriate coverage, equity, and alignment with school needs
Design, build, and maintain the organizational structure of a shared digital resource and records hub (e.g., Google Drive or similar platform), in coordination with the Operations Director
Support special projects and additional administrative initiatives as requested
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Familiarity with Waldorf education or a demonstrated interest in learning more
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in a dynamic school environment
Proficiency with administrative systems and ability to learn school‑specific platforms
Collaborative mindset with proactive problem‑solving skills
Preferred Experience
Experience in a school, camp, or educational setting
Experience managing programs or supervising staff
CPR/First Aid certification and/or willingness to obtain certification
Maryland OCC certification/clearances to support licensed program operations and/or willingness to obtain certification
Maryland Medication Technician certification or willingness to obtain
Washington Waldorf School is committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all interested individuals.
The compensation for this position includes a salary range of $50K–$64K and our full benefits package which includes health, disability and life insurance; dental reimbursement; retirement plan (after 1 year of employment); optional dental, vision, and illness/accident insurance; professional development support; and tuition remission for the employee’s children attending WWS, as articulated in the Employee Handbook.
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