Waldorf Grades Teacher (1-8) — Hands-On Arts

Austin Waldorf School Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grades Teacher at Austin Waldorf School teaches grades 1–8 using the Waldorf method, integrating academics with arts, movement, and practical activities to honor developmental stages. The teacher creates a developmentally appropriate, inclusive classroom that nurtures curiosity, creativity, social responsibility, and emotional resilience.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering the Waldorf curriculum, maintaining classroom environment, assessing progress, holding parent conferences,

Qualifications

• Certificate of Completion in Waldorf Teaching.
• Previous Waldorf class teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer competencies

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach the Waldorf curriculum for grades 1-8, including academic and artistic subjects.
• Foster strong classroom management and a positive learning environment.
• Teach based on an anthroposophical understanding of human development and its relation to the subjects taught.
• Implement hands-on, experiential learning techniques for core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, arts, and sciences.
• Continuously assess student progress and adapt teaching strategies as necessary.
• Complete required student reports and assessments.
• Hold parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, concerns, and development.
• Respond promptly to emails and concerns from parents, maintaining open and supportive communication.
• Supervise students during breaks and other non-classroom times, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Enforce school community handbook policies and rules to ensure a positive, respectful school environment.
• Share responsibility for ordering, organizing, and maintaining all pedagogical materials related to your subject areas.
• Actively participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and community events, contributing to the school’s mission and vision.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and develop interdisciplinary projects.
• Cultivate effective professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Engage in ongoing professional development related to Waldorf education, including mentoring, independent study, and continuing education.
• Contribute to the broader school and community life, attending meetings, assemblies, and events.
• Share responsibility for keeping the Curriculum Guide current.
• Report health and safety issues related to classroom or equipment to the administrative team.

Skills

Classroom management

Anthroposophical education

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Waldorf Teaching Certificate

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

The Grades Teacher at Austin Waldorf School teaches grades 1–8 using the Waldorf method, integrating academics with arts, movement, and practical activities to honor developmental stages. The teacher creates a developmentally appropriate, inclusive classroom that nurtures curiosity, creativity, social responsibility, and emotional resilience.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering the Waldorf curriculum, maintaining classroom environment, assessing progress, holding parent conferences,