First Grade Teacher for the 26-27 School Year
First Grade Teacher for the 26-27 School Year
Job Category: Lower School: Grades 1-5
Opening Statement
The Waldorf School of Atlanta is seeking a Grade One Teacher.
Our first grade teacher will be taking children through the threshold of early childhood into the realm of lower school and the fascinating world of academics. The first grade teacher bridges this significant developmental gap with the magic and hands on learning that a Waldorf Education provides- with the ultimate goal of creating a life-long love of learning in children. The Waldorf model prefers that a teacher go through the grades with their class and at The Waldorf School of Atlanta, we hope to have this benefit for the class for at least a few years.
Our experienced and creative faculty work closely with an active and dedicated Board of Trustees and a committed and talented parent community. An established Core Faculty with years of Waldorf experience share a strong commitment to studying and working with anthroposophy. Our community supports a Foundation Studies program, a Christian Community priest in residence- beginning Summer 2025, a branch of the Anthroposophical Society, and an Anthroposophical clinic that offers integrative health care.
About
Founded in 1986 as a preschool/kindergarten program, The Waldorf School of Atlanta graduated its first eighth grade class in 2000. We currently offer preschool to grade eight education for approximately 200 students; including Spanish, Eurythmy, Movement Education, Music (Recorder, Strings, Chorus, Drumming), Handwork, Woodwork, Practical Arts, and Sports Programs. Our parent/child program warmly introduces young families to Waldorf education. The school is fully accredited by regional and national accrediting bodies and is a full member of AWSNA. Academe of the Oaks (Waldorf High School) opened in the fall of 2003, just five minutes from our campus.
Essential Job Duties
The first grade teacher position is a full time position from Monday to Friday every week except school holidays. Teachers participate in pre and post planning. Provide three parent nights a year. Hold parent/teacher conferences twice a year, and as needed for special circumstances and, occasionally, there are after hour and weekend requirements.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree is required. Additionally, Waldorf teacher training and classroom experience are preferred. We are seeking individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, healthy parent/teacher relationships, self development, and collegial collaboration.
Employment Details
Full-time teachers enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits that include health, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance, tuition remission, mentoring, and financial support for professional development.
To Apply
To Apply:
Please send a letter of introduction, resume, short biography, and three references to the attention of the Teacher Search Committee at jobs@waldorfatlanta.org (Subject line: Teacher Search).
827 Kirk Road Decatur, Georgia 30030
phone: 404-377-1315 | fax: 404-377-5013 | www.waldorfatlanta.org
