Grades Class Teacher

The Bridge Educational Society; Lumby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is looking for a passionate grades teacher who thrives in outdoor settings. The role involves nurturing a diverse group of children while promoting respect and individual growth. Ideal candidates will have a Waldorf Certificate and experience in a Waldorf Grades program, along with a love for nature and a collaborative spirit. Join a supportive community that values creative teaching methods and personal development. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant learning environment in a beautiful rural setting.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Benefits program

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of teaching experience in a Waldorf Grades program.
• Ability to obtain BC Teachers Regulation Branch Certification.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular meetings and participate in school festivals.
• Prepare written student reports and meet with parents.

Skills

Classroom Management

Waldorf Education Pedagogy

Relationship Building

Physical Fitness

Education

Waldorf Certificate

BC Teaching Certificate

AWSNA Waldorf Grades Teacher Training

Job description

• Grades Class Teacher
  
  

Permanent, Full-time 1.0FTE (2024/25 School Year)

Okanagan Waldorf School is seeking a creative, inspired grades teacher who loves the outdoors. Our grades teachers serve a diverse population of children in an atmosphere that encourages active inquiry and fosters individual growth, promoting respect for self, others, and the world in which they live.

The ideal candidate will hold a Waldorf Certificate, valid through the BC Teachers Regulation Branch or a BC Teaching certificate and is motivated to learn more and study curriculum methods inspired by the educational pedagogy of Waldorf Education. Applicants that have completed their Waldorf Grades Teacher Training from an AWSNA certified training facility and have had 3-5 years minimum of previous class teaching experience are highly preferred. Faculty and Staff at Okanagan Waldorf School are proud of our beautiful nature-based campus, our creative teaching methods, and our close-knit school community. Come join us!

Besides teaching, responsibilities include attendance at regular department and faculty meetings, committee work, lesson planning, participation in the planning and implementing of festivals, preparing written student reports, and meeting with parents. The successful candidate will have demonstrated strong classroom management skills, a deep grounding in the development of the young child, the ability to build professional relationships with parents, faculty, and staff, and will enthusiastically join the collaborative work of our school.

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years minimum of previous class teaching in a Waldorf Grades program
• Have obtained or have the ability to obtain Certification under the BC Teachers Regulation Branch
• Clear Criminal Record
• A love for and willingness to work daily in a rural forest and farm setting, walking in uneven terrain.
• Be able and willing to lift up to 75 lbs
  
  

Preferred

• Completion of, or enrollment in, an AWSNA approved Waldorf Grades Teacher Training program
• Current first aid or must be willing to obtain
  
  

SALARY

$50,057 to $65,343/year prorated to FTE based on experience and credentials

Please send your resume, cover letter, current applicable certificates/licenses, and references to OWS Hiring Committee:

OWS is a Group 1 BC Independent school that offers competitive wages, a benefits program and a nourishing work environment with a supportive and proactive communication policy. We are currently a WECAN developing school and an AWSNA associate school. To learn more about living in the amazing BC Okanagan area, visit