Priority Listing - Third Grade Teacher

Nestled within 100 acres of breathtaking, protected forest land on beautiful Whidbey Island, the Whidbey Island Waldorf School (WIWS) has been a pillar of soulful education for 40 years. Our campus serves as a living classroom where the natural world inspires the academic and artistic growth of our students. As we celebrate four decades of community and Steiner-inspired learning, we invite a dedicated educator to join our faculty and help shape the next chapter of our school’s history.

The Grades Class Teacher at WIWS is a foundational role responsible for embodying the principles of Waldorf education. You will meet the educational and social-emotional needs of your students, cultivate a vibrant parent community, and contribute actively to the overall culture and well-being of our school.

• Waldorf Instruction: Teach educational content consistent with AWSNA principles and the school’s updated scope and sequence.
• Student Development: Guide students through academic, artistic, practical, and social activities, utilizing restorative practices and Social Inclusion tools.
• Curriculum Planning: Design the main lesson block rotation, daily plans, field trips, and class plays.
• Assessment: Prepare individual progress reports, middle school block reports, and year-end evaluations.
• Community Leadership: Lead parent meetings, conduct conferences, and maintain consistent communication (weekly or bi-monthly) regarding class news and child development.
• Collaborative Governance: Participate in faculty meetings, sections, retreats, and all-school festivals. After the first year, teachers serve as leaders on faculty committees or as representatives to the Board.

• Classroom Stewardship: Maintain an orderly, beautiful, and clean educational environment.
• Student Support: Partner with the Integrative Student Support (ISS) Team to create support plans for students when needed.
• Outreach & Engagement: Support the school’s relationship with AWSNA and participate in annual open houses and outreach events.
• Peer Support: Engage in peer mentorship and collaborate with colleagues in other grades to ensure curricular continuity.

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Certification: An AWSNA-recognized Waldorf teaching certificate (or active enrollment in an AWSNA-recognized training program).
• Commitment: A deep resonance with Waldorf pedagogy and a desire to work in a faculty-led environment.

• On-Campus Hours: Arrival by 8:00 am for the 8:05 am morning verse. Teachers remain with their class until all students are picked up.
• Meetings: Attendance at weekly section, faculty, and committee meetings, as well as in-service days and retreats.
• Year-Round Scope: This is a year-round position, with work during school breaks to ensure preparation and administrative tasks are met.

Whidbey Island Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community that reflects the world our students will inherit.

If you are an inspired educator ready to lead a class through the grades in a magnificent forest setting, please send your letter of intent, resume and three professional references to wiws-hiring.