5-Day Kindergarten Lead Teacher

Maple Village Waldorf Schoool; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive and inclusive educational community as a Lead Teacher for our 5-Day Kindergarten program. This role is centered around the principles of Waldorf education, where you will foster a nurturing and harmonious environment for young children. You will collaborate with a dedicated team and participate in ongoing professional development while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students. Our school values diversity and inclusion, making it a welcoming place for all. If you are passionate about education and committed to creating a supportive learning environment, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Tuition Remission

Professional Development

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Waldorf education principles is essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing environment for children's development.
• Support the principles of Waldorf education in daily teaching.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Confidentiality

Waldorf Education Familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Waldorf Teacher Training

Job description

Lead Teacher - 5-Day Kindergarten

Position Summary

The 5-day Kindergarten teacher works out of the principles of Waldorf education and anthroposophy to support the unfolding consciousness of the children. The teacher endeavors to create a harmonious and nurturing environment with attention to aesthetics and safety in both the classroom and the yard. The teacher strives in thought, word and deed to be worthy of imitation by the children.

5-day Kindergarten teachers are supervised by the EC Department Chair, EC Colleagues and Pedagogical Committee.

Program Hours:

8:45 am - 1:15 pm, M - F

Other Required Hours:

• Early Childhood Department meets bi-weekly
• Full Faculty Meetings are held weekly on Wednesdays from 2:15 pm - 4:30 pm
• All in-service school trainings

Compensation:

MVWS offers a competitive salary starting at $49,000 per year and benefits package including increments for teaching experience, tuition remission, medical insurance, and professional development.

Qualifications

The 5-Day Kindergarten teacher should be familiar with Waldorf education and the principles on which it is based. Organizational and communication skills are essential, as is an understanding of the need for confidentiality. Must be able to listen and channel information to the appropriate person or group. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Willingness to attend trainings and seminars as required by the Faculty Council. College BA or equivalent experience in education. Waldorf teaching experience preferred. Waldorf teacher training preferred.

Our School:

We are a progressive suburban school housed in a historic church building in the quiet neighborhood of Belmont Heights. Our relationship with Long Beach Parks and Recreation allows us to utilize four parks within walking distance for partial school days. Our school was recently one of six private schools in the country to be named a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School for Environmental Sustainability, health and wellness, and STEM. We are located minutes from the beach, 1.5 hours to the desert, 2 hours to the mountains, and 30 minutes from a Waldorf high school. We have a diverse population, and we are focused on equitability and inclusion for people of all religions, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities/expressions. Our Village has a lot of heart, strong parent participation, and is centered on families, community, parent education, collaboration, and mutual respect.

MVWS is an Associate Member of AWSNA and a Developing Member of WECAN.

Teaching Culture:

Our school is entering its 18th year and programs include Parent/Baby, Parent/Toddler, 3 Preschools, 2 Kindergartens, and Grades 1 – 8. We have an experienced faculty, strong peer mentoring program, and together we study, listen, counsel, laugh, eat, and celebrate. Our specialty subjects include Handwork, Woodwork, Spanish, Japanese, Games, Strings, Chorus, and Gardening. We also have a strong Early Childhood and Grades Extended Care program.

Hiring Process:

We invite you to complete our job application on our website and submit it, along with a cover letter, resume, and letters of reference to MVWS Dean of Education Lisa J. McCarthy at [e-mail]. Eligible applicants will be contacted for a phone interview, references will be contacted, and qualified applicants will be invited to an interview with our Hiring Committee, followed up with demonstration lessons.

MVWS is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where every staff member feels heard, supported, valued, and can share their authentic brilliance to move the MVWS mission forward. MVWS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Folx who are queer, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, parents, women, people with disabilities, immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply. We are committed to addressing issues of racism and inequity internally and externally.

To learn more about our school, please visit our website, Facebook, and Instagram pages.