Grade 6 Class Teacher for the 2027-2028 School Year
Grade 6 Class Teacher for the 2027-2028 School Year
Job Category: Middle School: Grades 6-8
Opening Statement
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
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.
Essential Job Duties
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.
Employment Details
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.
To Apply
For more information and to apply, please submit a letter of interest and a resume to:
Judy Taylor
Pedagogical Director
Email: pedagogical@tucsonwaldorf.org
