Haleakala Waldorf School
The Haleakala Waldorf School in Maui, Hawaii is searching for a first and a sixth grade class teacher for our 2008-09 school year. Our school is 35 years old and a full member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA), Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS), and National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). Haleakala Waldorf School is the first Waldorf school in the nation to receive a triple accreditation from WASC, HAIS, and AWSNA.. HWS is situated on a mature, charming, and historic campus on the slopes of Haleakala crater, serving 250 children from preschool through eighth grade. The school is located in a rural, pastoral environment; the arts are vitally alive on the island, as are many varieties of outdoor activities. Hawaiiana is a strong and unique cultural aspect to our Waldorf curriculum. Classes at HWS are generally no larger then 24 students. Department meetings are bi-weekly rotating with committee meetings during the same time. Faculty meetings are also on a bi-weekly schedule, convening on Thursday afternoon. Teachers are expected to serve on two committees during the school year. We are looking for mature, trained, and experienced colleagues to hold important class teacher positions within our Waldorf school program. These teachers will help to provide the foundation for parents and children at HWS. We expect the teachers to commit to graduating their class through eighth grade. Qualified teachers must have a bachelor’s degree along with having completed Waldorf teacher training. The base pay for the positions being offered is $40,000 with a cap at $60,000 based on $1,000 for each year’s experience in a Waldorf school as well compensation for completion of advanced degrees. Benefits include full medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition remission, an annuity plan, paid holidays, a sabbatical program and annual teacher professional development. Please mail, fax or email your resume in order to be considered for these class teacher positions. Michael Mancini, Chair of School Haleakala Waldorf School 4160 Lower Kula Rd. Kula, Maui, HI 96790 Fax: (808) 878-3341 Phone: (808) 878-2511 ext. 11 Email: michael@waldorfmaui.com
 
Haleakala Waldorf School
Michael Mancini, Chair of School michael@waldorfmaui.com
4160 Lower Kula Road
Kula, Hawaii 96790 USA
Phone:808-878-2511
Fax:808-878-3341
(Added: 21-May-2008 )

We are seeking applications for FIRST AND SEVENTH GRADE CLASS TEACHERS FOR 2008-2009 We are interested in candidates with a Bachelor's degree, Waldorf teacher training and teaching experience. Founded in 1984, Merriconeag Waldorf School serves 250 children in nursery/kindergarten through grade 10. In addition to main lesson subjects, we offer French, German, eurythmy, handwork, woodwork, strings, chorus, and movement education. We opened Maine’s first Waldorf High School in September, 2007 with 9th and 10th grades, with the intention of adding a grade level each year until all four high school grades are in place. Our faculty is well-supported by an active Board of Directors and a talented and dedicated parent community. The school is a full member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and the Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) and is accredited by both organizations. To learn more about our school community please visit www.merriconeag.org. Located in Freeport, Maine, our 80-acre campus includes four state-of-the-art buildings, including a straw-bale constructed Early Childhood Center and a Community Hall for student performances and school-wide gatherings. Freeport is a picturesque town on Maine's southern coast, between Brunswick (home of Bowdoin College) and Portland (Maine’s largest city and cultural center). The region served by the school is known for its beautiful and varied natural environment and its abundant year-round recreational opportunities. Our strength, vision, and inspiration are derived from our anthroposophical foundation. The First Class of the School of Spiritual Science meets monthly and the Christian Community meets quarterly. A Foundation Studies program of the Center of Anthroposophy has taken root here, as has an extension of Antioch New England University’s Waldorf teacher training program. The school community has also attracted small scale bio-dynamic farmers and gardeners. Our base salary for 2007-2008 is $36,675 with yearly experience increments. We currently offer medical and disability coverage, a retirement plan, 80% automatic tuition remission, and financial support for professional development. We invite you to send a letter of introduction, your resume, a brief biography, and three letters of recommendation to the attention of Caro Dellenbaugh, Administrator or email administrator@merriconeag.org There is no deadline for applications, however, we plan to begin interviews before the end of 2007. Merriconeag Waldorf School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin in its educational and employment policies.
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Kona Pacific Public Charter School
Live and work in paradise! Kona Pacific Public Charter School is seeking extraordinary class teachers to launch a new charter school inspired by Waldorf education on the Big Island of Hawaii. Located in the heart of Kona Coffee country, our campus is situated on a 40 acre-property with magical forest, sacred Hawaiian sites, and the school’s farm. The campus overlooks the famous Kona Coast—where glorious sunsets, natural beauty, and world-class snorkeling, scuba and kayaking are only minutes away. Cool breezes, moderate year-round temperatures, and the warm aloha spirit of “Old Hawaii” provide a comfortable, inspiring, and supportive environment. Kona Pacific will provide an educational program inspired by Waldorf education, specially tailored to emphasize a standards-based academic program promoting student achievement in reading and writing, math, science, the arts, foreign languages, musical training, movement, and farming and gardening. Our school’s curriculum embraces the values of Hawaiian culture, with particular focus on environmental education and community sustainability through understanding and respect for the people, land and sea of Hawai'i. Farming and gardening will be deeply integrated into all facets of learning and school life. Our school aims to serve a diverse population that might not otherwise have access to a Waldorf-inspired curriculum. Our intent is to help each child grow into a competent, creative, and self-directed person. Students will emerge from the school ready to pursue ambitious academic goals and will be equipped with the requisite tools to meet life’s social, moral, physical and intellectual challenges. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Waldorf education, and will be a consummate professional with a passion for co-creating, collaboration, and teamwork. Teachers who possess high expectations, a strong sense of personal accountability, a positive attitude and excellent communication skills are highly valued. Desirable qualifications include: BA/BS, Waldorf credential, state teaching credential, and a min. of 3 years of documented teaching experience. Competitive compensation, benefits and professional development opportunities. Contact: Chris Hecht, Planning Director hiring@kppcs.org. Fax (808) 324-6058
 
Kona Pacific Public Charter School
Chris Hecht chris@kppcs.org
P.O. Box 115
Kealakekua, HI 96750 USA
Phone:808.895.0962
Fax:808.324.6058
(Added: 28-Jan-2008 )

Madrone Trail Public Charter School
The Madrone Trail Public Charter School is a Waldorf-inspired public charter school that opened in September 2007. The school currently has grades K-2, and is adding one grade per year until it becomes a K-8 school of approximately 220 students. We are currently seeking teaching candidates for Grades One, Two and Three. Although our school is young, there is a 30 year tradition of private Waldorf in the area. We are fortunate to have experienced Waldorf teachers who act as advisors, mentors, and evaluators for our school and faculty. The board of directors is committed to the vision of providing the Waldorf curriculum and teaching methods in a public school of choice. Our school is the first charter school to be approved in the Medford School District. As a pioneer in the charter movement in the Rogue Valley, our endeavor is opening up channels of communication and collaboration with the local public schools. The ideal candidate will have Waldorf teaching experience and/or training, and have Oregon Teacher Certification or be willing to participate in a program leading to state teacher certification. Obtaining Highly Qualified status to teach multiple subjects (obtained by passing a State test) is also required. French, Handwork, and Movement/Games are taught by special subject teachers. The salary range is $30,000-$35,000 depending on certification and years of teaching experience. The compensation package includes health insurance and a generous retirement pension plan. The school is located in the Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon, near culturally rich Ashland and historic Jacksonville. The area is approximately 1 1/2 hours from the coast, 1/2 hour from a ski resort and surrounded by the natural beauty of the scenic Pacific Northwest Mountains and rivers. You may find more about us on our website. Please send letter of introduction and resume to Corinne Brion.
 
Madrone Trail Public Charter School
Corinne Brion school@madronetrail.org
PO Box 579
Medford, Oregon 97501 US
Phone:541 245-6787
Fax:503 715-0309
(Added: 28-Apr-2008 )

The Bay School
The Bay School in Blue Hill, Maine ( www.bayschool.org ), seeks a 2nd grade teacher for the coming school year. Waldorf training/experience is preferred. We are an AWSNA candidate school, established in 1980, with a current enrollment of 95 students pre-K through grade 8, in combined-grade classes. Please send resume and letter of intent by March 19th to: Mary Whiting, Director, The Bay School, P.O. Box 950, Blue Hill, Maine 04614. Resumes will be accepted by mail only.
 
The Bay School
Mary Whiting marywhiting@bayschool.org
P.O. Box 950
Blue Hill, ME 04614 US
Phone:207-374-2187
(Added: 4-Mar-2008 )

Desert Star Community School
Desert Star Community School near Sedona, AZ is looking for a third grade class teacher. Currently the second and third grades are in a combined class with a Waldorf trained teacher who was a Waldorf student. Due to the tremendous growth in the school, the class now has a waiting list and we look forward to splitting the class next year. Desert Star is a charter school, open to all children, and we offer grades K through 6. We will expand into the middle school in a few years. We are 2 years old and own 3.5 acres which borders state forest land. Handwork, Spanish and violin are taught to the children by subject teachers. The school is thriving in one of the most beautiful areas on Earth. Help us to create a vibrant Waldorf School for the 21st century. Please read about our school on our website, desertstaraschool.org. Contact me at cjweld@esedona.net
 
Desert Star Community School
Catherine Weld cjweld@esedona.net
320 Navajo Trail
Sedona, AZ 86336 USA
Phone:928-202-0872
(Added: 20-Feb-2008 )

Colegio Los Charcos
Colegio Los Charcos is seeking a creative and passionate teacher to take a wonderful group of children starting last week of august 2008. The parents in this group are so supportive and involved. Ideal candidates will have a passion for Waldorf education and experience teaching in a Waldorf classroom. Colegio Los Charcos is a Waldorf development school, founded in 1996 on a ranch in the cactus-filled, mountainous countryside on the outskirts of historic San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato. San Miguel is a colonial town located in the heart of Mexico which continuously attracts artists throughout the Republic and North America making it a unique bilingual, multicultural community. To respond to the needs of the community we offer a bilingual program in addition to the arts-based Waldorf curriculum. We are a small, but growing school of ninety-five children enrolled in Kindergarten, Pre-first, and elementary classes through the eight grade. Many children, both Mexican and North American, are bilingual in Spanish and English. Although it is not a requirement, our staff is largely bilingual as well. Our faculty consists of seven main lesson teachers and subject teachers of Spanish, English, Handiwork, eurythmy and violin. In addition, we have four support staff members. We also offer special classes in music and woodwork. As in all Waldorf schools, our staff works closely together with committed parent volunteers and an active board of directors in ensuring that the ideals of Rudolf Steiner are carried out. Colegio Los Charcos is a member of AWSNA and has a strong connection with the Mexican Center of Anthroposophy. Qualifications and Benefits A Bachelor’s degree is required for main lesson teachers, and a Waldorf Training as well. We are seeking individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, parent education and dialogue, self-development, collegial cooperation and have Waldorf training. We offer a base salary with increments based on experience and education. In addition, we offer tuition remission and financial support for professional development. To Apply Please send a letter of introduction including a short biography, a resume, and three references to the attention of the Teacher Search Committee. Questions may be directed to the Administrator at loscharcos@waldorfsanmiguel.org
 
Colegio Los Charcos
Teacher Search Committee loscharcos@waldorfsanmiguel.org

San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato 37770 Mexico
Phone:52-415-1559603
Fax:52-415-1102040
(Added: 5-Mar-2008 )

The Redmont School in the Waldorf Tradition is accepting position inquiry forms for the following position for the 2008-09 school year: 4th GRADE TEACHER All of the above roles offer the candidates, as teachers, the freedom to nurture the development and unique capacities of each child within the context of the whole class, according to the development of the child as outlined in Waldorf pedagogy and the works of Rudolph Steiner. As Faculty members, candidates will play in integral part in maintaining and determining the pedagogical and administrative aspects of the school. We expect this class to be comprised of the 9 currently-enrolled third grade students plus any new students. The teacher of this class will commit to moving up a grade each year with the same class of students, ideally looping with the class through grade 8. The minimum requirements are: Bachelor’s Degree; Experience working with children; Waldorf Teaching Certification or a willingness to attend training; Preferred experience may include: Master’s Degree in art, education, or related fields; Previous Waldorf teaching experience; Alabama Teaching Certification (for grades teachers) About our school: The Redmont School in the Waldorf Tradition is a community dedicated to educating responsible world citizens. Our school, founded in 1986, has been located in the Crestwood neighborhood of Birmingham since 1998, and we are currently cultivating plans to relocate to a new site and building in the next five years. Our student population grows steadily each year, and we offer year-round enrollment. We currently teach 144 students, including students in our Morning Garden program for toddlers, Nursery, Kindergarten, Grades (1st-8th) programs. Please visit our website at www.theredmontschool.org to learn more about our school, to read faculty profiles, lesson reviews, school news, and links to Waldorf education sites. The Redmont School is dedicated to diversity; candidates of all backgrounds and beliefs are encouraged to apply.
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Tacoma Waldorf School
A beautiful warm community is waiting to hear from you. Tacoma Waldorf School has an opening for a 4th grade teacher to take our existing class through the grades. We are looking forward to meeting whomever is meant for us. Tacoma is an up and coming arts community with museums, coffee houses, live theatre and symphony Tacoma Waldorf School is located in central Puget Sound, thirty minutes South of Seattle and thirty minutes north of the State Capital, Olympia, Washington. We are nestled between mountains, the Olympics on the west & Cascade Mountain Range on the east running north to south, and Puget Sound with its many bays, channels, inlets and coves. Our salary for experienced full time teachers with Waldorf certification includes increments for teaching and educational experience. Faculty receives health benefits (including dental and vision) and faculty children in our school receive full tuition remission and aftercare. Candidates with Waldorf teacher training certification or equivalent experience are preferred. Interested candidates are asked to please submit a resume, three references and short autobiography to: Tacoma Waldorf School · 3315 S. 19th Street, Tacoma WA 98405 Phone (253) 383-8711 Website: www.tacomawaldorf.org E-mail: admin@tacomawaldorf.org
 
Tacoma Waldorf School
Melissa Turner admin@tacomawaldorf.org
3315 S. 19th Street
Tacoma, WA 98405 USA
Phone:253-383-8711
Fax:253-383-8711
(Added: 5-Feb-2008 )

Cedarwood Waldorf School
EIGHTH GRADE TEACHER: An engaging and experienced middle school teacher to offer a crowning 8th grade journey for this dynamic group of ten students; our second graduating class. Waldorf training required and teaching experience preferred. FIFTH GRADE TEACHER, a committed teacher ready to guide this well-formed class of 20-24 students through the second half of their lower school journey. Waldorf training required and teaching experience preferred. CEDARWOOD is a sponsored Waldorf School located in the heart of Portland, Oregon. Our Early Childhood Program includes a Parent-Child program and three mixed age kindergartens. Our grades children receive a full host of subject classes by Waldorf trained teachers in Spanish, Japanese, handwork/woodwork, music, choir, orchestra, movement education and eurythmy. Our faculty works well together and brings strengths in spacial dynamics, parent education and visual arts to enrich the community. CEDARWOOD was founded in the fall of 1997 with one kindergarten and four students. In the fall of 2000, we purchased a beautiful, historic brick building across from a lovely four-acre city park, which also serves as our playground. Due to our convenient location, we draw students from all regions of Portland and its surrounding areas. We currently have 240 students enrolled as we enter our 12th year. We are very active, as a community, working on many projects to improve and beautify our school. Our community is filled with wonderful families who are enthusiastic, energetic and committed to our work. PORTLAND OREGON, home to three Waldorf Schools, a charter school and many home programs, offers teachers and families a thriving Anthroposophical community which includes; a local teacher training institute, anthroposophical medical clinic, local therapeutic eurythmy, biodynamic gardens, study groups, Waldorf High School and an active Society branch. We offer a base salary of $29,500 with yearly increments for training and experience, flex health and dental benefits, professional development funding for continuing education and tuition remission for faculty children. Cedarwood and Portland Waldorf School are collaborating to provide tuition reduction for Cedarwood faculty children in high school. Please send or e-mail a letter of interest, biography and resume to: CEDARWOOD SCHOOL Attn. Teacher Search 3030 SW Second Avenue Portland, Oregon 97210 503-245-1477 Fax: 503-245-5405 teachersearch@cedarwoodschool.org • www.cedarwoodschool.org
 
Cedarwood Waldorf School
teacher search teachersearch@cedarwoodschool.org
3030 SW Second Avenue
Portland, Oregon 97201 USA
Phone:503-245-1477
Fax:503-245-5405
(Added: 1-May-2008 )