Early Childhood Level Chair

Job Category:
Administration and Early Childhood

Tamarack Waldorf School seeks a dynamic and experienced Early Childhood Level Chair for the 2026-27 school year to provide pedagogical leadership, faculty support, and program oversight for our Early Childhood department. The EC Level Chair ensures that curriculum, instruction, and community life are aligned with Waldorf educational principles and the mission of the school. As a member of the Leadership Team, the EC Level Chair assists in school‑wide pedagogical planning, communication, and decision‑making.

This is a year‑round position with responsibilities continuing during school breaks and summer months.

Tamarack Waldorf School is an Early Childhood through Grade 8 independent Waldorf school dedicated to nurturing independent, ethical, and socially responsible young people. Our programs are grounded in anthroposophy and Waldorf pedagogy and supported by a collaborative adult culture, strong faculty governance, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Tamarack Waldorf School has been in its current location on Milwaukee’s vibrant East Side since 2001. It is situated within walking distance of many nature settings in an urban landscape, such as the Milwaukee River, Lake Michigan, parks, playgrounds, and museums. Milwaukee is rich in its cultural heritage and diversity celebrating it with many festivals and celebrations that take place throughout the year and city.

As part of the Great Lakes Region, we are fortunate to have four distinct seasons of the year, with plenty of activities that take place to celebrate the changes of season. Our campus is in an urban setting and housed in a historic school building with beautiful windows that allow for an abundance of natural light.

Now in our 29th year, Tamarack Waldorf School is a full member school of AWSNA and WECAN, encompassing early childhood through Grade 8, with an enrollment of more than 200 students. Our culturally, economically, and racially diverse student body from throughout the Milwaukee region is guided through the full complement of Waldorf Education by Tamarack’s well-trained, innovative, and long-serving faculty and staff.

Our faculty is committed to continuous growth and improvement, and our pedagogy is strongly rooted in Anthroposophy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, oversight, and implementation of Waldorf‑aligned EC curriculum and assessment practices.
• Mentor, supervise, and evaluate EC faculty and staff, including leading classroom observations and coaching.
• Coordinate student support processes in partnership with the Learning Support Department.
• Facilitate EC level meetings, child/class study, faculty study, and pedagogical discussions.

• Participate actively on the Leadership Team in pedagogical planning, crisis management, and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee EC operations including schedules, staffing, substitute coordination, festivals, assemblies, and field trips.
• Support compliance with health, licensing, and Title funding requirements.
• Manage EC communication including reports, newsletters, parent correspondence, and program documentation.

• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Early Childhood program.
• Maintain open, supportive communication with families and oversee parent‑teacher conferences.
• Support parent education events, class meetings, and orientation processes.
• Participate in admissions activities including tours, interviews, and prospective‑family events.
• Assist families with the transition from EC to Grade 1.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years Waldorf teaching experience preferred.
• Waldorf Early Childhood teacher certification preferred.
• Strong foundation in Waldorf pedagogy and anthroposophy.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring or supervisory responsibilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse, mission‑driven community.
• Familiarity with special education services, Title programs, and regulatory compliance is beneficial.

This is a full-time, year‑round position with responsibilities continuing during school breaks and summer months.

Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. Details will be provided during the hiring process.

Please submit the following:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Three professional references
• A statement describing your relationship with Waldorf education