Grade 2 Lead Teacher

Prairie Hill Waldorf School; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition remission

Free childcare

Summer camp discounts

Paid Waldorf teacher training

Job summary

Prairie Hill Waldorf School in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, seeks a dedicated Grade 2 Teacher for Fall 2026 to nurture active, inquisitive learners. The position requires collaboration within a faculty committed to fostering curiosity, compassion, and lifelong learning. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree, have teaching experience, and possess strong interpersonal skills. A benefits package includes competitive compensation, dental insurance, and teacher training opportunities. Join a vibrant community devoted to education and nature.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience or experience in teaching a grades class.
• Willingness to participate in Waldorf training is essential.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Nurture the love of learning in a classroom of up to 25 children.
• Collaborate with faculty within the Grades department.
• Offer a rich Waldorf curriculum nurturing the whole child.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Effective classroom management

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Grade 2 Teacher Opportunity: Answer the Call for Fall 2026

Prairie Hill Waldorf School | Lake Country, Wisconsin

“The children themselves are this book.” – Rudolf Steiner

Prairie Hill Waldorf School, an established, thriving, and fully AWSNA-accredited institution, seeks a dedicated, warm, and collaborative Grade Teacher to join our faculty beginning in Fall of 2026.

We are looking for the right candidate to nurture the love of learning in up to 25 active, inquisitive children. This is an urgent invitation to join a value‑driven community committed to fostering curiosity, compassion, and lifelong learning.

Your Role and Our Mission

You will be stepping into an established classroom, offering a rich Waldorf curriculum that nurtures the whole child—head, heart, and hands—through academics, art, and nature.

As an integral part of our faculty and school governance, you will work collaboratively within the Grades department. We seek a teacher who is joyful and warm, with strong interpersonal communication skills, effective classroom management, and enthusiasm for teaching and learning.

Professional Support & Compensation

• Competitive Compensation: Salary is dependent on teaching experience and education.
• Benefits Package: Includes dental insurance, 401(k) matching, tuition remission, free childcare, and summer camp discounts.
• Mentorship: Includes paid Waldorf teacher training and on‑site mentoring.
• Work‑Life Balance: Ample prep and meeting times are provided throughout the workday.
• Community: Join supportive, enthusiastic colleagues and a vibrant parent community.
• Campus: Our campus is situated on fourteen acres of land, including gardens, fields, wetlands, and small woods, offering a healthy, beautiful, and sustainable environment.

Essential Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Prior teaching experience or experience in teaching a grades class.
• Flexibility, creativity, and a collaborative spirit.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• A Waldorf certificate or degree is preferred but not necessary; willingness to participate in Waldorf training is essential.

Commitment to Equity & Justice

We encourage individuals who are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice‑related work in Waldorf and other settings. We especially encourage those who are part of marginalized groups that have been historically excluded from positions of power to apply.