Early Childhood Lead Teacher

Living Oaks

Dripping Springs (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition remission for faculty children

Mentoring & PD

Paid holidays

Sedera Medical Cost Sharing (optional)

Daily farm-to-table snacks and lunches

Job summary

Living Oaks in Dripping Springs, Texas, seeks a Waldorf Early Childhood Lead Teacher to nurture young children's wonder with warmth, reverence, and artistry. You will create a home-like classroom, weave rhythms through song, story, movement, and nature walks, and welcome parents into the life of the school.

A Waldorf teacher training (completed or in progress), experience in early childhood, and understanding of anthroposophy are preferred; duties include festivals, community events, and

Qualifications

Waldorf early childhood teacher training, completed or in progress (or willingness to pursue)
Experience teaching in early childhood settings
Deep understanding of anthroposophy and Waldorf education

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, rhythmic classroom with natural materials and gentle routines
Guide children through imaginative play, storytelling, circle time, and practical work such as baking, gardening, and handwork
Foster wonder and reverence for the world and for one another
Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support each child’s growth
Contribute to festivals, community events, and parent education

Skills

Warmth and presence

Creativity and artistry

Clear communication

Collaborative spirit

Education

Waldorf teacher training in progress or completed

Experience teaching in early childhood settings

Anthroposophy/Waldorf education knowledge

Job description

Early Childhood Lead Teacher

Living Oaks | Dripping Springs, Texas

Seeking a Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher

Are you called to nurture the seeds of wonder in young children? Do you delight in the gentle rhythms of the day, the beauty of nature, and the magic of imaginative play? Living Oaks is seeking an early childhood teacher who brings warmth, reverence, and artistry to the kindergarten.

The Teacher We Hope to Find

Holds each child in loving regard, seeing the unique spirit within
Creates a home-like, beautiful environment that nourishes the senses and inspires joy
Weaves meaningful rhythms through the day with song, story, movement, and quiet moments
Leads through imitation, fostering self-initiated play and social harmony
Brings the world to life through storytelling, puppetry, and nature walks
Carries joyful reverence for the unfolding of childhood and each developmental milestone
Models warmth, patience, and presence
Welcomes parents into the life of the classroom and the school
Celebrates the seasons and festivals, connecting children to the rhythms of the earth and the joy of community

Who We Are

Living Oaks is a growing Waldorf initiative in Dripping Springs, in the Texas Hill Country a short drive from Austin. We are organized as a Private Education Association (PEA), a member-based community of families and educators. Our faculty is dedicated to the study of anthroposophy, and our program is rooted in the traditional Waldorf curriculum, in line with Steiner’s indications.

What We Offer

A warm, collaborative faculty devoted to personal growth and collegial support
A culture of generosity, compassion, and genuine care for colleagues, children, and families
Threefold governance that places spiritual development at the center of our work
Ongoing professional development and mentoring

Key Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, rhythmic classroom with natural materials and gentle routines
Guide children through imaginative play, storytelling, circle time, and practical work such as baking, gardening, and handwork
Foster wonder and reverence for the world and for one another
Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support each child’s growth
Contribute to festivals, community events, and parent education

Qualifications

Waldorf early childhood teacher training, completed or in progress (or willingness to pursue)
Experience teaching in early childhood settings
Deep understanding of anthroposophy and Waldorf education

Qualities