Petaluma Waldorf - Private Small Group Learning Program
4th Grade Class Teacher - Small Group Learning
Petaluma Waldorf - Private Small Group Learning Program, Petaluma, California, United States, 94954
Overview
We are seeking a warm, dedicated, and experienced 4th grade teacher to lead a small pod of children in a hybrid home-and-outdoor learning environment. This is a part-time role, four days per week, designed for an educator who values meaningful connection, creativity, and a developmentally aligned approach to teaching.
The learning environment is split between two days in a cozy home classroom setting and two days fully outdoors in nature (weather permitting). The ideal candidate is grounded in the Waldorf curriculum and pedagogy, with a rich understanding of child development, rhythm, storytelling, and the arts. Just as importantly, they bring strong academic teaching experience and are confident in integrating core skills such as literacy, math, science, and history through engaging and hands-on lessons.
We are looking for someone who brings flexibility and initiative, a teacher who is inspired to design lessons that reflect not only the Waldorf developmental approach but also their own unique strengths, passions, and teaching style. Whether your gifts are in music, handwork, earth sciences, storytelling, movement, or project-based learning, we value your unique approach to learning!
Our Ideal Educator
Is trained in or has extensive experience with Waldorf education
Brings creativity, enthusiasm, and initiative to learning
Feels comfortable designing and adapting curriculum to meet children’s needs
Is passionate about nature-based learning and confident teaching outdoors
Naturally integrates movement, games, and hands-on learning
Demonstrates strong classroom management grounded in warmth and respect
Values collaboration but is also comfortable working independently
Encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and resilience in children
Communicates clearly and compassionately with parents
Is reliable, organized, and comfortable with a fluid, evolving learning environment
Brings joy, calm presence, and a sense of humor to teaching
Responsibilities
Creating engaging, developmentally aligned learning experiences rooted in Waldorf pedagogy
Building lessons, rhythms and activities that reflect your unique teaching gifts
Cultivating a safe and nurturing classroom environment
Teaching both academic and social-emotional skills
Leading outdoor learning days with nature exploration, seasonal work, and practical life skills
Integrating arts such as painting, form drawing, handwork, music, poetry, and drama
Providing thoughtful communication and updates to parents
Supporting a lifelong love of learning while honoring each child as an individual
Please apply by sending your resume and letter about yourself and why this job is a great fit for you to petalumawaldorf@gmail.com. You are also welcome to write us directly with questions. Thank you!!
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The learning environment is split between two days in a cozy home classroom setting and two days fully outdoors in nature (weather permitting). The ideal candidate is grounded in the Waldorf curriculum and pedagogy, with a rich understanding of child development, rhythm, storytelling, and the arts. Just as importantly, they bring strong academic teaching experience and are confident in integrating core skills such as literacy, math, science, and history through engaging and hands-on lessons.
We are looking for someone who brings flexibility and initiative, a teacher who is inspired to design lessons that reflect not only the Waldorf developmental approach but also their own unique strengths, passions, and teaching style. Whether your gifts are in music, handwork, earth sciences, storytelling, movement, or project-based learning, we value your unique approach to learning!
Our Ideal Educator
Is trained in or has extensive experience with Waldorf education
Brings creativity, enthusiasm, and initiative to learning
Feels comfortable designing and adapting curriculum to meet children’s needs
Is passionate about nature-based learning and confident teaching outdoors
Naturally integrates movement, games, and hands-on learning
Demonstrates strong classroom management grounded in warmth and respect
Values collaboration but is also comfortable working independently
Encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and resilience in children
Communicates clearly and compassionately with parents
Is reliable, organized, and comfortable with a fluid, evolving learning environment
Brings joy, calm presence, and a sense of humor to teaching
Responsibilities
Creating engaging, developmentally aligned learning experiences rooted in Waldorf pedagogy
Building lessons, rhythms and activities that reflect your unique teaching gifts
Cultivating a safe and nurturing classroom environment
Teaching both academic and social-emotional skills
Leading outdoor learning days with nature exploration, seasonal work, and practical life skills
Integrating arts such as painting, form drawing, handwork, music, poetry, and drama
Providing thoughtful communication and updates to parents
Supporting a lifelong love of learning while honoring each child as an individual
Please apply by sending your resume and letter about yourself and why this job is a great fit for you to petalumawaldorf@gmail.com. You are also welcome to write us directly with questions. Thank you!!
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