Fourth Grade Class Teacher Fall 2025
Fourth Grade Class Teacher Fall 2025
Job Category: Lower School: Grades 1-5
Opening Statement
Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking a full time 4th grade class teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Ideally, candidates would have Waldorf teaching experience. Effective classroom management, communication, and the ability to collaborate are priorities. Classroom support and mentoring will be provided.
About
Our curriculum includes language/s, handwork, woodwork, music, eurythmy, an educational support program and physical education. Festivals and celebrations are community-oriented. Our Board is active and well-established, and our strong Parent Association reflects a supportive and diverse parent body. The school is a full member of AWSNA, as well as of the Association of Independent Schools of New England. An active Anthroposophical branch and First Class are in the area, as well as a nearby teacher training center, biodynamic farm and farm store. BWS is located midway between New York City and Boston, the Berkshires are well known for cultural and artistic communities.
Essential Job Duties
-Hold a class of 12-15 4th grade students.
-Teach all main lesson blocks in accordance with the Waldorf Curriculum.
-Work with a team of class teachers.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- A Waldorf teacher certificate or enrollment in an accredited Waldorf training program is preferred. A personalized mentorship program through BWS will be required if there is no Waldorf training prior.
- Minimum of three years paid experience in an accredited primary school, preferred.
Employment Details
Benefits: Health insurance, Employer paid life insurance, retirement plan, and tuition remission. Established mentorship program for hands-on learning with experts. Paid Waldorf teacher training opportunities available!
To Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume and references to Human Resources, employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org. A review of resumes will begin immediately.
Berkshire Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.