Priority Listing Lead Preschool Teacher

Job Overview

Lavender Hill, a Waldorf inspired nature-based early childhood program nestled in the heart of Longmont, CO (just 15 min to Boulder). We are seeking a warm, experienced, and creative Lead Teacher to join our close-knit community for the 2026–27 school year. Summer camp is also an option June‑August. Lavender Hill is a family childcare home and the school resides in the home.

We are seeking a candidate who wishes to reside in the home. It is. 4,000 sq ft house with 4 bedrooms upstairs and available. The main floor is used for the school and the basement is rented out as well. Housing included with salary.

For over six years, Lavender Hill has provided a nurturing, play‑based environment where children thrive in rhythm, imagination, and connection with the natural world. Our program blends Waldorf and some Reggio Emilia approaches with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and respectful relationships. We partner with land stewards to bring children into living connection with the earth.

The Lead Teacher will hold space for a mixed‑age early childhood group in our morning program (ages 2–5), fostering a loving, developmentally appropriate, and consistent environment. This is a part‑time, salaried position with on‑site housing included.

• Guide a class of young children through a daily rhythm rooted in nature, play, storytelling, movement, and seasonal activities
• Collaborate with assistant staff and directors to plan and implement curriculum
• Commun regularly and respectfully with families
• Maintain a clean, beautiful, and safe indoor and outdoor learning environment
• Participate in ongoing reflection and professional development

• A deep respect for young children and nature‑based education
• Experience with Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, or similar holistic pedagogies
• At least 3-5 years of early childhood teaching experience
• A strong sense of rhythm, creativity, and initiative
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• ECE credentials or willingness to pursue Colorado licensing requirements

• On‑site housing (4 bedrooms) offered in addition to employment
• Health Insurance
• A warm, supportive teaching community
• Meaningful work in a beautiful, nature‑rich setting

Please send a resume, a brief letter of interest, and 2–3 references to la Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Lavender Hill – Longmont, CO

Schedule:

Monday–Friday

Salary: $40,

Job Type: Part‑time/Full time

• Bachelor's preferred
• Waldorf teacher training preferred

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person