Lead ECE Teacher, Five Day Classroom

Spring Hill Children's Center; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Hill Children's Center in Keene, New Hampshire, seeks a Lead Classroom Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves teaching 5 days a week, supporting school festivals, and engaging with parents through conferences. Candidates should have experience in early childhood education, preferably with a Waldorf focus, and must meet New Hampshire licensing requirements. Interested applicants can submit their resumes to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a Waldorf setting preferred.
• Ability and desire to collaborate with other teachers.
• Willingness to do continuing education in Waldorf curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5 days per week.
• Conduct at least two parent conferences annually.
• Attend all in-school professional development.

Skills

Waldorf curriculum knowledge

Early childhood education

Collaboration skills

Child development understanding

Education

Professional ECE teaching certificate

Waldorf teaching certificate preferred

Job description

Five Day Lead Classroom Teacher wanted for the 2026- 2027 school year. Hours are 7:30 - 3:30 , Monday through Friday.

The type of teacher we are looking for:

• Previous experience in an early childhoodteaching environment, either as a lead or long-time assistant. 1-2 years of experience in a Waldorf setting preferred
• Demonstrates confidence in Waldorf curriculum
• Ability and desire to collaborate with other teachers
• If new to Waldorf, then must come with a willingness to do continuing education in anthroposophy/ Waldorf curriculum
• Holds a deep love for early childhood and understands child development
• Experience creating and holding the daily, weekly, and seasonal rhythms

EC Teacher responsibilities include:

• Teach 5 days per week
• Arrive by 7:30am
• Participate inand support school festivals
• Attend all all-school community evenings
• Attend all in-school provided professional development offerings
• Can meet the physical demands of working with young children (bending, stooping, walk on uneven surfaces, floor work, lifting children
• Conduct at least two parent conferences annually with each family; additional conferences as needed
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance
• Maintain professional communication with parents

Qualifications:

• Professional ECE teaching certificate or be willing to obtain these credentials, or hold a Para II teaching certificate
• Previous teaching experience
• Waldorf teaching certificate preferred

This position is within a licensed Early Childhood facility. All State of NH licensing requirements apply, preferably holding a minimum of 12 core semester units in Early Childhood Education or willing to obtain.

Please send resume and references to [e-mail]