Cedarwood Waldorf School
Overview
Grade 5 Class Teacher
Reports to: Director of Grades Program
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Cedarwood Waldorf School is seeking a dedicated and inspired Grades Lead Class Teacher to guide a Grade 5 class through a holistic, developmentally appropriate curriculum rooted in Waldorf pedagogy. The Lead Class Teacher carries primary responsibility for the academic, social, and emotional well-being of the students and serves as the central figure in cultivating a healthy and cohesive classroom community.
Key Responsibilities Class Leadership and Instruction
Teach the daily Main Lesson block and integrate Waldorf curriculum across academic disciplines.
Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with Waldorf standards and Cedarwood’s scope and sequence.
Incorporate artistic, movement-based, and experiential methods into daily learning.
Classroom Management and Student Support
Foster a warm, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that supports student growth and well-being.
Observe and respond to the individual needs of students, offering differentiated instruction and support as needed.
Collaborate with subject teachers to ensure consistency and integration of curriculum.
Parent Communication and Community Building
Maintain regular and professional communication with parents, including class meetings, progress reports, and conferences.
Cultivate meaningful relationships with families to support the child’s development and the school community.
Collegial Collaboration and Professional Growth
Participate in weekly faculty meetings, mentoring, peer observation, in-service training, and professional development.
Engage in school festivals, events, and community-building activities as a representative of the class and faculty.
Contribute to a collegial and mission-aligned faculty culture through teamwork and shared responsibility.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
Waldorf teacher certification required
Classroom teaching experience, ideally in Waldorf or other developmentally-informed pedagogy.
Strong classroom management skills and a deep understanding of child development.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom and school community.
Enthusiasm for collaborative work and a growth mindset in professional practice.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary ranges from $50,000 to $74,244
Benefits include medical insurance, tuition remission, paid time off, and professional development support.
To apply for this position, send a cover letter and resume to Megan Keener, Human Resources Manager, at mkeener@cedarwoodschool.org.
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Reports to: Director of Grades Program
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Cedarwood Waldorf School is seeking a dedicated and inspired Grades Lead Class Teacher to guide a Grade 5 class through a holistic, developmentally appropriate curriculum rooted in Waldorf pedagogy. The Lead Class Teacher carries primary responsibility for the academic, social, and emotional well-being of the students and serves as the central figure in cultivating a healthy and cohesive classroom community.
Key Responsibilities Class Leadership and Instruction
Teach the daily Main Lesson block and integrate Waldorf curriculum across academic disciplines.
Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with Waldorf standards and Cedarwood’s scope and sequence.
Incorporate artistic, movement-based, and experiential methods into daily learning.
Classroom Management and Student Support
Foster a warm, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that supports student growth and well-being.
Observe and respond to the individual needs of students, offering differentiated instruction and support as needed.
Collaborate with subject teachers to ensure consistency and integration of curriculum.
Parent Communication and Community Building
Maintain regular and professional communication with parents, including class meetings, progress reports, and conferences.
Cultivate meaningful relationships with families to support the child’s development and the school community.
Collegial Collaboration and Professional Growth
Participate in weekly faculty meetings, mentoring, peer observation, in-service training, and professional development.
Engage in school festivals, events, and community-building activities as a representative of the class and faculty.
Contribute to a collegial and mission-aligned faculty culture through teamwork and shared responsibility.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
Waldorf teacher certification required
Classroom teaching experience, ideally in Waldorf or other developmentally-informed pedagogy.
Strong classroom management skills and a deep understanding of child development.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom and school community.
Enthusiasm for collaborative work and a growth mindset in professional practice.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary ranges from $50,000 to $74,244
Benefits include medical insurance, tuition remission, paid time off, and professional development support.
To apply for this position, send a cover letter and resume to Megan Keener, Human Resources Manager, at mkeener@cedarwoodschool.org.
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