Class Teacher – General

About the role

Linden Waldorf School is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to serve as Class Teacher in the elementary grades. Candidates must possess a commitment to personal and professional development and an enthusiasm for collegial work. We offer mentoring, opportunities for professional development, and a workplace supportive of pursuing Waldorf certification. This position reports directly to the Director of Education.

Responsibilities

• Classroom Responsibilities and Duties:
  • All aspects of preparing and teaching lessons.
  • Develop and maintain a safe, inclusive and harmonious environment that supports social-emotional development and learning.
  • Document and record student progress and grades according to agreed upon standards.
  • Carry out a yearly class play or presentation as indicated by the curriculum.
  • Create and maintain a grade-appropriate, aesthetically pleasing, and orderly classroom space.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and strive for an openness to understand Waldorf Education and child development.
  • Attend and participate in weekly faculty meetings and inservice workshops.
  • Attend and participate in weekly section meetings.
  • Service on at least one (1) faculty committee.
  • First year teachers may be exempt from this requirement.
  • Attendance/assistance at major all-school activities.
  • Attendance at all-school meetings as indicated by administration.
  • Willingness to participate in the enrollment process of new students, particularly in discussions of student placement.
  • Participation in the design and execution of an individualized plan for professional development.
  • Attendance at Waldorf education summer training as identified as appropriate by the Director of Education.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Education or a related field.
  • 1 – 2 years previous classroom experience.
• PREFERRED Qualifications:
  • Master’s Degree from an accredited university in Education of a related field.
  • Have completed, or interest in Waldorf Certification.

Employment Details

Salary is scaled based on experience and education. It is the policy of Linden Waldorf School to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, status as a covered veteran, or any other legally protected status, in accordance with federal and state law, and not to discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation.