[Priority Listing] Grade 6 Class Teacher for the 2027-2028 School Year

Tucson Waldorf School; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Job summary

Tucson Waldorf School invites applications for a Grade 6 Class Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year, with possible continuation through 8th grade. Waldorf-certified teachers or those nearing certification are encouraged to apply, with a passion for middle school development within a collaborative community.

The role focuses on Waldorf pedagogy, inclusivity, and ongoing professional growth, located at our 10-acre Santa Catalina foothills campus in Tucson, Arizona.

Qualifications

• Waldorf certification or enrollment in an accredited Waldorf program.
• Interest in Waldorf pedagogy and principles.
• Affinity for working with middle school students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons using Waldorf pedagogy.
• Collaborate with colleagues, administration, Parent Council, and Board.
• Engage in ongoing professional development around Waldorf education.
• Foster an inclusive classroom that supports diversity and belonging.
• Support the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of each student.

Skills

Waldorf certification

Middle school focus

Collaboration

Job description

Grade 6 Class Teacher for the 2027-2028 School Year

Tucson Waldorf School (TWS) is excited to invite passionate and dedicated educators to join our faculty as Grade 6 Class Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year, and ideally continue through 8th grade with the class. We are seeking Waldorf-certified teachers or those nearing completion of an accredited Waldorf teacher training program.

About Tucson Waldorf School

Established in 1993, TWS is an independent Waldorf school serving families from Early Childhood through Grade 8. Our comprehensive programs include parent-child classes, nursery, kindergarten, and grades one through eight.

As Arizona’s only full member of both AWSNA (Association of Waldorf Schools of North America) and WECAN (Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America), we take pride in providing an education that nurtures the whole child.

Located on a beautiful 10-acre campus in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, our school provides a stunning environment rich with the natural beauty and wildlife of the Sonoran Desert. Our faculty and staff are deeply committed to collaboration, professional growth, and cultivating a diverse and inclusive community.

Why Join Us?

• Inspire and nurture young minds in a supportive and creative environment.
• Be part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and lifelong learning.
• Enjoy teaching in a location that combines natural beauty with cultural richness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons using Waldorf pedagogy.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, administrative staff, the Parent Council, and the Board of Directors.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to deepen understanding of Waldorf principles and practices.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that promotes diversity, equity, and belonging.
• Support the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of each student.

Qualifications

• Waldorf teaching certification or a commitment to pursuing certification.
• A passion for education and a willingness to embrace the principles of Waldorf pedagogy.
• An affinity for working with middle school students.
• Strong collaborative skills and a dedication to fostering a vibrant school community.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $43,000-$46,000, commensurate with experience and education.
• Additional Compensation: Annual tenure credits and cost-of-living adjustments.
• Benefits:
• Health insurance: 90% of the premium covered for employees, 70% for family members.
• 403(b) retirement plan (non-matching).
• Paid time off.
• Tuition remission for eligible dependent children.