Fifth Grade Class Teacher
Opening Statement
San Francisco Waldorf School Seeks Fifth Grade Class Teacher
Full-Time, 1.0 FTE | Starting August 2025
San Francisco Waldorf School is seeking a Fifth Grade Class Teacher to join our faculty beginning in August 2025. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), exempt position.
The rising fifth grade is a cohesive, joyful, and well-formed class that has been guided by their teacher since first grade. That teacher is relocating, and we are looking for a loving and committed teacher to step in and continue the journey with this thriving group. The class is supported by a collaborative and caring parent body, providing a nurturing “nest” for both students and teacher. This is a rare opportunity for a Waldorf educator to step into a healthy mid-stream class.
Beyond academic qualifications, we are seeking a teacher who brings the fifth grade curriculum to life through artistic expression, imaginative storytelling, and pedagogically rich experiences. The ideal candidate will bring warmth to their relationships with students and parents, and will be enthusiastic about guiding families—many new to Waldorf education—through this transformative stage of school life.
About
Our faculty is a vibrant blend of seasoned and newer teachers, many of whom have come to San Francisco from around the world. We are united by our deep commitment to Waldorf education and inspired by the core indications of Rudolf Steiner. In addition to main lesson, students receive specialist instruction in handwork, woodwork, Spanish, Mandarin, orchestra, eurythmy, and games.
If you are looking to relocate, know that San Francisco is a stunning and dynamic city. Our Grade School campus is nestled in the Pacific Heights neighborhood, just minutes from the Presidio and the Golden Gate Bridge. We are a well-established preschool–12th grade school with a strong financial foundation, fully accredited by both AWSNA and WASC.
Our dedicated faculty is supported by experienced mentors, committed administrative staff, a collaborative educational support team, and an engaged Board of Trustees. We value warm relationships with families and strong collegial work within our faculty. Diversity is welcomed and celebrated—our community is strengthened by the varied life experiences, cultures, and identities of our staff, students, and families.
Qualifications
- Completed (or in process) Waldorf Teacher Training
- Bachelor’s degree
- Authorization to work in the U.S. (We do not provide employer sponsorship)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods (4–8 hours/day)
Employment Details
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual salary range: $67,000–$95,000, depending on training and experience
- Full benefits package including: medical, dental, flexible spending plans, employer contributions to retirement plan after one year of employment
- Tuition remission for eligible dependents (Preschool–Grade 12; staff fees apply)
- Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule
FLSA Classification: Faculty, Exempt from Overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: May 15, 2025
To Apply
San Francisco Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school’s learning environment, and we are committed to fostering equity and inclusion.
To Apply
Please send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your work with children to: jobs@sfwaldorf.org.
If you’d like to have a conversation before applying, please feel free to call us at (415) 931-2750. We welcome your interest and look forward to hearing from you.