2027-28 MS Class Teacher

Chicago Waldorf School; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

403B pension program

Full tuition remission

Professional development funds

Descripción de la vacante

Chicago Waldorf School in Chicago seeks a Middle School Class Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year. The role centers on planning and delivering the daily, weekly, and block rhythm lessons in alignment with Waldorf pedagogy, addressing the needs of the class and individuals, and deepening understanding of Anthroposophy.

Candidates should hold at least an undergraduate degree with Waldorf teacher training (or ongoing) and be proficient in the arts, open to mentoring and further training.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or higher with Waldorf teacher training completed or in progress.
• Strong arts background.
• Willing to mentor and pursue ongoing training.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and deliver daily, weekly, and block rhythm lessons for the year.
• Integrate Waldorf pedagogy and Anthroposophy in the classroom.
• Collaborate with specialist teachers and Learning Support for student needs.
• Design and lead class projects, trips and performances.
• Support social-emotional wellness with the Social Work team.

Conocimientos

Waldorf education

Arts integration

Mentoring

Collaboration

Educación

Undergraduate degree

Waldorf teacher training (in progress / completed)

Descripción del empleo

Beginning 2027-2028 School Year

Middle School Class Teacher

At Chicago Waldorf School we are proud to deliver Waldorf Education from Early Childhood through Grade 12 in a vibrant urban setting. Here is a picture of our school “by the numbers:”

• 100% of our faculty report feeling trusted to teach in the way they see fit*
• 96% of our faculty said they would recommend working here to a friend*
• 94% of our families said their students felt a strong sense of belonging*
• 23 is the number of languages spoken in our school community
• 46% of our students identify as BIPOC*
• 52 is the number of years since our founding
• 9 is the number of staff in our Social Work and Learning Support departments
• 100% of our grade school class teachers are Waldorf certified

*Results are from our recent Climate and Equity Survey of School Community

Class Teacher Duties and Responsibilities

Middle school grades class teachers are responsible for planning and delivering the daily, weekly and block rhythm lessons for the year. These plans are developed in accordance with the principles of Waldorf pedagogy and in light of the needs of the class and individual students. Class teachers are also responsible for deepening their understanding of Anthroposophy while incorporating materials that align with Waldorf pedagogy to create a balanced and equitable classroom and curriculum.

Middle School teachers also work as a team through “block swapping” based on interest and aptitude in different subject areas. Our specialist teachers in the high school provide great support and resources for subject areas. We are proud of our curriculum innovations such as blocks like:

• Middle East Studies in grade 6
• Age of Exploration and Colonization in grade 7
• US History explored through the lens of the 1619 Project
• Inclusive Sex Ed in connection with our local YWCA and the “Our Whole Lives” curriculum

Class teachers will also design, lead and manage projects such as class trips and plays. Along with the Social Work department, the class teacher supports group and individual social emotional wellness. Class teachers partner with the Learning Support department to address learning challenges. In addition to presenting academic subjects in Morning Lesson blocks, teachers may do seasonal projects, singing, movement, recitation and other physical work to enliven the curriculum.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong classroom management skills, excellent communication and an ability to collaborate with colleagues. We ask all of our faculty to engage with the larger community through events and committee work. Although we are in an urban environment, we spend ample time out of doors in all weather, and we embrace the changes of season.

The ideal candidate will have

• at least an undergraduate degree and has completed or in process of completing Waldorf teacher training and/or three years successful Waldorf teaching experience
• be well-rounded in the arts
• be open to mentoring and/or further training

***Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications as described.

Compensation & Amenities

The Chicago Waldorf School offers an excellent and competitive benefits package, including health, dental and life insurance, 403B pension program, full tuition remission, and funds for on-going professional development. The salary is commensurate with experience in the range of $45,000-$65,000.

More About the Chicago Waldorf School

CWS, founded in 1974, is one of the most established Waldorf Schools in the United States, offering a full curriculum in grades 1 through 12, and which from its inception committed to remaining in the City of Chicago’s vibrant urban setting. We seek to explore and enrich the Waldorf curriculum through the arts, equity and inclusion, human relationships and the time in which we live. Our work stems from the core principles of Waldorf Education.

We have been in our permanent home for eight years, the landmark Lyman Trumbull building, which includes 49 classrooms and offices, a gym, auditorium and two outdoor parks. Our 100,000 square feet make us the largest Waldorf school in the United States. We are proud to partner with many businesses and organizations in the surrounding Andersonville neighborhood.

Our faculty come from around the world and from all stages of life. Every new teacher is assigned a mentor and given weekly mentoring meetings. Faculty have access to professional development funds. Our faculty receive training in first aid, trauma-informed care, sexual harassment, and trans-inclusivity. The faculty also study the pedagogical insights of Rudolf Steiner in weekly faculty meetings. In additional to core academic subjects we teach music, German, Spanish, Eurythmy, gardening, gym, and practical and fine arts. Our families are international and reflect diversity in all its aspects but families are united in their desire for a developmental curriculum that recognizes the whole child and celebrates difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Chicago Waldorf School does not discriminate in its hiring practices, and beyond that has a deep commitment to respect and celebrate the differences in students and staff from widely diverse social, economic, cultural, linguistic, intellectual, racial, educational, and religious backgrounds. There is a sustained effort to listen to students and to improve our methods. We recognize that our educational excellence and fulfillment of our school’s mission is dependent on embracing diversity in our school community. We seek to fully include and affirm faculty, staff, and students in all of their identities. In everything we do we work toward freedom, responsibility and excellence.