Lead Class Teacher, 2025–26

Waldorf Education; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Waldorf School of Pittsburgh seeks a passionate Class Teacher for the Grades Program covering Grades 1-8. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree, possess teaching credentials, and be committed to fostering holistic education. This role offers a supportive environment with various benefits, including tuition remission and health coverage.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

90% tuition remission

100% discount on Extended Care program

Personal vacation days

Sick days

Professional development day

Qualifications

• Completion or progress in Waldorf teacher certification.
• Experience in leading a classroom.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Teach students in Grades 1–8.
• Develop a one to two-page biography describing interest in the position.
• Engage in school community and activities.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Compassion

Independent thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Pennsylvania teaching certificate

Waldorf teacher certification

Job description

Job Category: Lower School: Grades 1-5 and Middle School: Grades 6-8

Opening Statement

The Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for a Class Teacher for the Grades Program. Class teachers usually remain with their classes for several years and should be comfortable teaching students in Grades 1–8.

About

Established in 1993, Waldorf School of Pittsburgh is a mature Waldorf school serving about 200 students each year, committed to equity, and looking to diversify our staff. Our mission is to foster each child’s capacity to become an independent thinking, compassionate, courageous, and purposeful human being.

WSP offers a childcare program, parent child program, Nursery and Kindergarten classes and 1st through 8th grade classes. We are a Member of WECAN and accredited through AWSNA and PAIS. We have a cohesive, strong faculty and administration, an active parent body, and a supportive Board of Trustees.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates have either completed or are in the process of completing their Waldorf teacher certification, hold a Pennsylvania teaching certificate, have experience leading a classroom, and hold a Bachelor’s degree.

Position is salaried.Benefits include health, dental, and vision; 90% tuition remission and 100% discount on Extended Care program for enrolled children; school breaks and personal vacation days, sick days, and one professional day.

a one to two page biography describing your interest in this position