First Grade Teacher 2026-2027
Opening Statement
Sacramento Waldorf School is seeking a warm, imaginative First Grade Teacher to join our faculty in Fall 2026 someone inspired by meaningful work with children, collaboration with dedicated colleagues, and the opportunity to teach within a deeply rooted and thriving Waldorf community.
The First Grade Teacher delivers a developmentally aligned Waldorf curriculum, including daily Main Lesson instruction, core academics, and integrated artistic activities such as storytelling, movement, music, and visual arts. The teacher creates a rhythmical, nurturing classroom environment and differentiates instruction to meet student needs.
The role includes consistent communication with parents; collaboration with specialty teachers and Student Support; participation in faculty meetings, festivals, professional development, and community events; and upholding school policies and professional standards in support of Sacramento Waldorf School’s educational mission.
About
Sacramento Waldorf School is a vibrant, nature-rich learning community celebrating over 67 years of Waldorf education on a beautiful 22-acre campus with gardens, orchards, and farm animals. Our students learn through movement, artistry, relationships, and meaningful academic work in a holistic, child-centered environment, supported by a strong specialty program including World Language, Handwork, Movement, Gardening, and Choir.
Essential Job Duties
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Classroom Management: Ability to maintain a warm, structured, and developmentally appropriate environment.
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Communication: Clear, timely, compassionate communication with colleagues, students, and parents.
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Pedagogy: Strong understanding of Waldorf philosophy and curriculum.
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Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with colleagues across departments.
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Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, make sound decisions, and support student needs.
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Professionalism: Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, reliability, and respectful conduct.
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Organization: Strong planning, timely follow-through, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Waldorf Teacher Training or Waldorf Teacher Certification strongly preferred
- Prior Waldorf class teaching experience highly desirable
- Experience working with elementary or middle school–aged children required
Licenses & Certifications
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Mandated Reporter Training Certificate (AB 1207)
- Health screening and TB clearance
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
Skills & Abilities
- Classroom management rooted in warmth, structure, and developmental appropriateness
- Clear, timely, and compassionate communication with students, parents, and colleagues
- Strong understanding of Waldorf pedagogy and curriculum
- Collaborative and collegial approach to teaching and problem-solving
- Professional integrity, organization, and follow-through
Employment Details
Benefits Sacramento Waldorf School offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Individual health and dental insurance (95% employer-paid for select plans)
- Dependent health and dental insurance (75% of premium)
- Individual and dependent vision insurance (partial employer-paid)
- Grades 1–8 Class Teachers: Tuition remission benefit up to 95% for eligible dependent children
- Long-term disability insurance
- $10,000 life insurance policy with option to purchase additional coverage
- Personal time, holidays, and sick leave per the Employee Handbook
- Up to 2% employer match in the School’s Retirement Plan after two years of full-time employment
To Apply
How to Apply To learn more about our school, please visit our website.
To apply, submit an application, resume, and letter of interest to jobs@sacwaldorf.org.
