We look forward to hearing from you!
To apply for any position, please send a resume and letter of interest to the school’s hiring committee, care of Katherine Holden, administrator, at katherine.holden@siskiyouschool.org.
Open Positions
For our 2025-26 School Year
3rd Grade Assistant Teacher
The Siskiyou School 3rd Grade Class is seeking an Assistant to support our 3rd Grade Teacher and students during the 2025-26 school year. This position is part-time (roughly Monday-Thursday 8:00-11:00 a.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.) Pay scale range is $16.50 - $18.20+/hour depending on previous experience.
This is an opportunity to work in Ashland, Oregon, a charming city nestled in the delightful Rogue Valley, known for its lively arts scene, stunning natural beauty, high-quality food and restaurants, and welcoming community.
The Siskiyou School, a vibrant private K-8 Waldorf school in Ashland, Oregon, is looking for an incredible assistant to join our team. With a staff of 27 full and part-time staff members, we are located on a beautiful, well-developed two-acre campus in a residential neighborhood near Clay Street Park.
Main lesson classes range in size from 18-26, while the Kindergarten has a maximum of 16 students.
Specialty classes include music, handwork, games, woodworking, gardening, lower grades science (ACORN Program), Mandarin, Spanish and drama, and are taught by experienced and dedicated specialty teachers.
Large classes are split into two groups for core skills work to ensure all students get the instruction they need in math and English language arts.
Children in grades 1st-4th needing extra help with reading and writing attend daily Ohana Program classes. Children needing one-on-one instruction have tutoring available on campus during the school day with qualified tutors.
Our faculty works collaboratively and in conjunction with a dedicated administrative team to create a healthy, functional, supportive, and fun work environment.
Work hours include some festivals and fundraising events, parent activities, etc.
More About the Siskiyou School
A hallmark of the school is the level of support we have put in place to ensure the range of students in each class are best met and to make the job of class teachers sustainable. In addition to our excellent specialty teachers, class teachers in kindergarten through 3rd grade have assistants for main lesson. Class teachers in 5th-8th grades are supported by two middle school math teachers and a literature teacher.
Each year the faculty, in conjunction with the board and administration, sets new goals for the school. Four years ago, for example, our focus was on building our last full-sized classroom; that was achieved in the summer of 2019. Most recently, we have been investing in trainings for the staff and board focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion and beginning our new Kindergarten program in 2023-24. Additionally, we encourage lifelong learning for our faculty and staff members and support their desire for enrichment.
If interested in the 3rd Grade Assistant position, please send any questions, and/or a resume and cover letter to our administrator Katherine Holden at katherine.holden@siskiyouschool.org
Even if you do not meet all the preferred qualifications, we would love to hear from you! If this role excites you and you feel you could make a meaningful contribution, please don’t hesitate to apply—we’re eager to learn more about you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Upper Grades Math Teacher
The Siskiyou School in beautiful Ashland, Oregon is looking for a Upper Grades Math Teacher (5th – 8th grades) for the 2025-26 school year.
The Siskiyou School is seeking an Upper Grades Math Teacher (5th – 8th grades) to hold the children with care, establish a nurturing rhythm, and foster a harmonious environment that supports child development and well-being.
The math teacher works Monday - Thursday (plus two or three Friday events per year).
Work hours are around 25 hours/week including a weekly faculty meeting (plus parent evenings, festivals and fundraising events, and parent communication).
Math classes typically range in size from 10-14 students.
Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid sick-time and time off, as well as tuition remission at the Siskiyou School for teachers with school-aged children.
Salary range from $26K to $42K, depending on experience, qualifications, licensure, and/or Waldorf training, with opportunities for additional stipends and school-supported professional development.
Ideal/Preferred Qualifications*
A teaching license with a math endorsement
Waldorf teacher certification or training
Bachelor of Arts degree
At least two years of previous teaching experience
*Even if you do not meet all the preferred qualifications, we would love to hear from you! If this role excites you and you feel you could make a meaningful contribution, please don’t hesitate to apply—we’re eager to learn more about you.
To Apply
For more information, please go to our website at www.siskiyouschool.org
If interested in the Upper Grades Math Teacher position, please send a resume and cover letter to our Administrator Katherine Holden at katherine.holden@siskiyouschool.org
We look forward to hearing from you!
Overview of our School
As we start our 20th year, the Siskiyou School, a vibrant private K-8 Waldorf school in Ashland, Oregon, is looking for an incredible educator to join our team. With a staff of 25 full and part-time teachers, we are located on a beautiful, well-developed two-acre campus in a residential neighborhood.
Main Lesson classes range in size from 18-26 students.
Specialty classes include music, handwork, games, woodworking, gardening, lower grades science (ACORN Program), Mandarin, Spanish and drama, and are taught by experienced and dedicated specialty teachers.
Large classes are split into two groups for core skills such as math to ensure all students get the instruction they need in math and English language arts.
Children in grades 1st - 4th needing extra help with reading and writing attend daily Ohana Program classes. Children needing one-on-one instruction have tutoring available on campus during the school day with qualified tutors.
Our faculty works collaboratively and in conjunction with a dedicated administrative team to create a healthy, functional, supportive, and fun work environment.
Ashland, Oregon, a charming city nestled in the delightful Rogue Valley, known for its lively arts scene, stunning natural beauty, high-quality food and restaurants, and welcoming community. Living in Ashland offers numerous benefits, including cultural and artistic opportunities, strong community spirit, health and wellness, and small town ease with ample urban amenities including the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Southern Oregon University, and Medford International Airport just 25-minutes away.
The Siskiyou School is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, even if you do not meet all the listed qualifications.