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COMPENSATION: $65,559-$113,636 Annually; depending upon experience
The Grades Class Teacher (1-8) at Brooklyn Waldorf School is a vital member of our educational team, responsible for guiding students through their academic, social, and emotional development in alignment with Waldorf pedagogy. Class Teachers plan and deliver engaging main lessons and skills classes, foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, and collaborate closely with colleagues to support the life of the school community.
This role involves a long-term commitment to class teaching, including the possibility of looping with a class across multiple grade levels.
Classroom Instruction
- Plan and deliver engaging main lessons aligned with Waldorf pedagogy and informed by equity-conscious teaching practices.
- Plan and deliver skills classes supporting foundational learning in literacy, math, and the arts.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the varied needs of students, in collaboration with learning support and specialty teachers.
Collaboration and Community Engagement
- Collaborate with class and specialty teachers to support curriculum integration and school community life, including festivals and seasonal celebrations.
- Direct and produce a class play as part of the curriculum.
- Build strong, professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Bachelor’s degree and prior teaching experience required.
- Waldorf teacher training preferred, or willingness to complete Waldorf training within the first few years of employment (professional development support available).
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
- Musical and artistic abilities preferred but not required.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods, and use stairs regularly.
- Full-Time Faculty, yearly employment agreement
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, non-exempt
- Benefits include medical and dental health insurance coverage, retirement, flexible spending and Metrocards (where applicable)
- Opportunities for professional development
- Reduced tuition for dependents
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