Special Education Teacher

Gathering Waters; Keene (NH); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gathering Waters Chartered Public School in Keene, NH seeks a Special Education Teacher to join a Waldorf-inspired program. The role is full-time with a part-time option, operating in a resource-room style setting with room for individualized program development.

Candidates should hold NH Special Education certification, a BA in education or related field, and have at least two years in special education, with a strong interest in Waldorf pedagogy.

Qualifications

• NH Special Education certification required
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field
• Minimum of two years experience with special education
• Interest in the Waldorf pedagogy
• Three years of teaching experience preferred
• Waldorf teacher training and/or Waldorf teaching experience encouraged

Responsibilities

• Round out our special education team in a resource-room style setting
• Provide case management and collaborate with class teachers to best serve students
• Contribute to Waldorf-based educational support within an innovative, inclusive community

Skills

Waldorf pedagogy interest

Education

NH Special Education certification (or transferable state certification)

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher
Reports to: School Principal
Position Type: Full-time with part-time option

Position Purpose & Scope

We seek a candidate to round out our special education team. This position operates similar to a resource room setting with ample room for individual teaching style and program development. Ideal candidates possess a strong interest in Waldorf education, experience in developing behavior support plans, and a commitment to serving a diverse population of students.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

This position also includes case management and working with class teachers to understand how to best serve students. This role provides an inspiring opportunity to weave together best practices in special education with Waldorf-based educational support. We enthusiastically welcome colleagues who are interested in being part of an innovative, inclusive community in which children and adults can collaboratively thrive.

Minimum Qualifications

NH Special Education certification (or transferable state certification) is required

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Minimum of two years experience with special education

Interest in the Waldorf pedagogy

Preferred Qualifications

Three years of teaching experience preferred

Waldorf teacher training and/or Waldorf teaching experience encouraged

Compensation

Salary range $48K - $60K, commensurate with experience, or FTE

Gathering Waters Chartered Public School is an initiative member of the Alliance of Waldorf Public Education and is committed to providing a supportive and enriching educational environment for all students.

Our region is uniquely situated to support a Waldorf-inspired charter with a wealth of knowledge and resources that are already established here, including two Waldorf teacher training programs, Antioch University-New England and The Center for Anthroposophy. Families move to the Keene area from all over the country because of the presence of organizations inspired by the philosophy that stands behind Waldorf education, including Sophia’s Hearth Family Center, Spring Hill Children’s Center, Camp Glen Brook, Kroka Expeditions, and Badger Corporation. Southwestern New Hampshire is home to a well-established community that is ready and eager to support a Waldorf-inspired chartered public school and with whom we welcome the opportunity to partner.

EEOC STATEMENTGathering Waters does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.