Green Meadow Waldorf School is looking for a full-time or job-share/part-time early childhood teacher in a well-established Forest Kindergarten program. This position may be a shared lead position or a full-time lead position, depending on qualifications and availability. Salary will be determined based on educational background and years of experience.
Responsibilities
● Lead a forest kindergarten class of mixed-age children, working collaboratively with experienced lead support teachers
● Lead circle time, storytelling, songs and seasonal celebrations
● Guide children through meaningful, practical daily activities, including animal care, gardening, some cooking, and artistic work
● Support a deepening connection with nature
● Support the physical, emotional and social development of each child
● Lead nature walks to the nearby forest and farms and collaboration with other classes and teachers as part of the weekly rhythm.
● Build trusting, respectful relationships with parents and colleagues
● Manage weekly parent communication, parent meetings
● Collaborate closely and collaboratively with co-teachers and participate actively in the work of the early childhood section.
Qualifications
Experience in a Waldorf nature-based kindergarten or outdoor setting as a lead or assistant teacher.
● Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training (completed, or in progress). We may consider experienced kindergarten teachers who have interest in Waldorf approach to early childhood pedagogy
● Bachelor's degree preferred
● Ability to work collaboratively with experienced forest educator mentors
● Be a nurturing, grounded presence and have a genuine love for early childhood.
We offer a warm and supportive collegial school community, strong mentoring support; competitive salary and benefits. Salary dependent upon experience, full time range is $45,000-$78,000. Full benefits package for full time position. Please send a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to Laurie Puca, Assistant to the Administrator, at [email protected].
Pay: $45,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
