The Juniper School is an independent, non-profit, private school in Columbus, OH, serving children ages 0-3 in our Caregiver/Child classes, ages 3-6 in our Early Childhood and Kindergarten programs, and grades 1-5 in our Elementary program. It is our mission to create an environment where children can relax into their development and enjoy the magic of childhood, supported by honest, loving guidance from teachers and a relationship with the rhythms of the natural world. Using Waldorf Education methods and deep curricula as our guide, we seek to create an environment for children to flourish and grow into strong, resilient, and empathetic human beings.

Open Positions

Language or Music Specialist

Start Date: Flexible

Position Overview: Open to all languages. The ideal candidate is either trained and/or experienced as a Waldorf teacher, specialist, or assistant. The candidate has strong classroom management skills rooted in the view of reverence and goodness of children. This individual seeks a school with a strong vision, energetic colleagues, and wonderful children.  Professional development/training and support will be available to the candidate. Creativity, dependability, good listening and an ability to receive children with joy and insight are the key attributes being sought.

Please email a cover letter & resume to thejuniperschool@outlook.com.

Grades Teacher

Start Date: Fall 2027

Position Overview: The ideal candidate is either a trained and/or experienced teacher, or has assisted in teaching, particularly within a Waldorf or holistic educational environment. The candidate has strong classroom management skills rooted in the view of reverence and goodness of children. This individual seeks a school with a strong vision, energetic colleagues, and wonderful children. Professional development/training and support will be available to the candidate. Creativity, dependability, good listening, and an ability to receive children with joy and insight are the key attributes being sought.

Please email a cover letter & resume to thejuniperschool@outlook.com.

Bookkeeper

Start Date: Fall 2025

Position Overview: We are looking for a part-time Bookkeeper to join our Administrative Team. This role will report into our Lead Administrator and will be responsible for tracking, maintaining, & reporting financial data. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in accounting, experience managing non-profit finances, and an interest in Waldorf Education.

Responsibilities:

  • 15 hours/week of hybrid work (minimum of one day onsite each week)

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulation

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and GL

  • Prepare financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements

  • Assist with financial planning and decision-making

  • Assist with tax filing and audits

  • Manage payroll

  • Track teacher and program spending

  • Maintain bookkeeping (including autopayments and account reconciliation)

Required Qualifications:

  • BA in Accounting or equivalent experience

  • Strong analytical skills and ability to analyze financial data

  • Proficient with QuickBooks and Google Workspace

  • Willingness to learn education- specific software

  • Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills

  • Able to work collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of non-profit accounting

  • Interest in Waldorf Education

Please email a cover letter & resume to thejuniperschool@outlook.com.

Substitute Teachers (pre-K, Kindergarten & Grades)

The ideal candidate has experience in childcare or working with children ages 3 - 6 years is preferred for Pre-K and Kindergarten, but not required to apply.

The ideal candidate has experience in childcare or working with children ages 6 - 12 years old is preferred for the Grades program, but not required to apply.

Position Overview:

In ECC, assist the lead teacher if an assistant is out, or assist the assistant if the lead is out, helping with classroom activities, play and storytime, clean-up, dishes, transitions indoors and outdoors, outside supervision and rest time. Lots of hands on help needed.

In grades 1-5, lead the class using the class or subject teachers' substitution plans, transitions between classes, supervision for recesses, and lunch.

Please email a cover letter & resume to thejuniperschool@outlook.com.