Grade 7 Co-Teacher
Opening Statement
City of Lakes Waldorf School is seeking a qualified and inspired class teacher to join our faculty as our seventh grade co-teacher in August 2025. We are seeking individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, self-development, collegial cooperation and a commitment to working out of Waldorf principles. City of Lakes Waldorf School is dedicated to educating the whole child through an artistic, developmental and inclusive approach. We are committed to parent education and dialogue, and providing our students with opportunities for outdoor education and learning within an inclusive community. We seek colleagues who share these goals and who are dedicated to the healthy development of each child. This is a part-time, salaried position.
About
City of Lakes Waldorf School is an accredited, full member school of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America and the Independent Schools Association of the Central States. We offer a Toddler through Grade 8 education for over 230 students, including Spanish, Cyber Civics, movement and games, handwork, woodwork, circus arts, music (recorder, strings and chorus), and after school sports programs. Our parent/child program introduces young families to Waldorf education. Our experienced and creative faculty, led by the College of Teachers, is dedicated to excellence in Waldorf education and the development of curriculum to reflect our diverse, urban community. Our educational pedagogy fundamentally values the many peoples and perspectives of our community and the world. Our Board of Trustees along with our talented and dedicated parent community support our more than 40 full and part time members of the faculty and administrative staff.
Our school is located in a beautiful stone building (circa 1922) in a lively urban neighborhood just blocks from downtown Minneapolis. The school resides on what is known as “Eat Street” – home to a large number of restaurants featuring cuisines from around the world. We are within walking distance to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts and have convenient access to the cultural features of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area, including nationally acclaimed symphony and chamber orchestras, theaters, art, science and children’s museums. Minneapolis is a beautiful city encompassing lakes, rivers and creeks and containing an extensive selection of parks for walking, biking and opportunities for a myriad of outdoor activities in all seasons.
Essential Job Duties
The Grades Teacher is responsible for providing an excellent educational experience to students according to the principles of Waldorf Education. The co-lead teacher will prepare and teach 7th grade curriculum, oversee the day to day functioning of the classroom, and ensure the safety of students. The co-teacher will be responsible to teach blocks of curriculum in rotation with the collaborating teacher, and share duties such as weekly practice periods, the class play and parent communication.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates are Waldorf trained teachers with a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of teaching experience. Qualified candidates will have a college degree, experience in the classroom, a strong interest in Waldorf education and proven capacities for teaching. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Employment Details
Half-time teachers enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits that include prorated health, disability and life insurance, tuition remission, mentoring and financial support for professional development. We offer a half-time base salary of $25,000 with increments for teaching experience and education.
To Apply
Please send a letter of introduction, resume, short biography, and three references to the attention of Pedagogical Chair, Johanna Garcia, at johannagarcia@clws.org. For more information, please visit our website at www.clws.org. We look forward to hearing from you.