Waldorf Lower School Class Teacher: Creative & Collaborative

Rudolf Steiner School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rudolf Steiner School, located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, is seeking a Waldorf-trained Class Teacher for the 2027-28 school year. Strong candidates will have Lower School teaching experience and a commitment to Waldorf pedagogy.

As a member of the Lower School faculty, you will collaborate daily with colleagues, design developmentally appropriate lessons, and participate in regular meetings to support student growth and community life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Waldorf Teacher Certification from an AWSNA-recognized institute or equivalent experience required (or a clear path to certification).
• 3–5 years of Waldorf teaching experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of and enthusiasm for Waldorf education.
• Commitment to professional growth and collaborative work.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and support for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons rooted in the oral tradition.
• Create rhythmic, engaging instruction that integrates academic, artistic, and social-emotional learning.
• Differentiate instruction to support individual student needs using inclusive and culturally responsive practices.
• Maintain a respectful, organized classroom environment aligned with Waldorf principles.
• Collaborate with subject teachers and the Learning Support Team.
• Assess student progress and complete reports, block plans, and documentation.
• Communicate regularly with parents and lead class meetings and conferences.
• Prepare classroom materials, maintain displays, and support school events and festivals.

Skills

Waldorf teaching

Lower School experience

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Waldorf Teacher Certification from AWSNA

Master’s degree preferred

3–5 years Waldorf teaching experience

Job description

Rudolf Steiner School, located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, is seeking a Waldorf-trained Class Teacher for the 2027-28 school year. Strong candidates will have Lower School teaching experience and a commitment to Waldorf pedagogy.

As a member of the Lower School faculty, you will collaborate daily with colleagues, design developmentally appropriate lessons, and participate in regular meetings to support student growth and community life.