First Grade Teacher Job at Shining Star Waldorf School , Portland, OR

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  • Shining Star Waldorf School
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Grades Teacher 2026/27

Shining Star Waldorf School is a loving and joyful community seeking our next class teacher to meet our rising first graders in the 2024-2025 school year. We are proud to provide an accessible Waldorf education that develops imagination, creative thinking, and meaningful relationships. Practical and artistic capacities are integrated with traditional academic skills. Our integrative approach attends carefully to the developmental needs of children at their respective ages. Reach out if this inspires you!

Four day academic week

Small classes (average of 12 students)

Full program with band, orchestra, handwork, folk dance, foreign language, etc.

Positive and relaxed school culture

On Fridays we offer a Nature Immersion program taught by a dedicated outdoor staff. Class teachers use Fridays for preparation, rest, and family time, or may apply to teach in our Nature Immersion program as well.

Ideal applicants will have experience in Waldorf education, or teaching experience and an enthusiasm for pursuing such training and mentoring.

YEARLY RHYTHM

First grade teaching hours are 9:00 am - 1:30 pm (Monday-Thursday)

Teaching hours in grades two through eight are 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Monday-Thursday)

Teachers meet briefly at 8:30 a.m.

Faculty meeting once per week after school (e.g. Monday 3-5 p.m.).

Occasional weekend participation for school festivals and open houses

BENEFITS

Annual salary of $37,000

Retirement contribution

Health insurance contribution

Continuing education stipend

Full tuition remission for children

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure that curriculum and daily rhythms meet the standards of Waldorf pedagogy.

Plan and teach developmentally appropriate blocks of study and daily lessons.

Form and maintain a healthy social life in the classroom.

Keep track of student progress and communicate warmly with parents

Join in teacher in-service, faculty meetings, and school festivals throughout the year

SUMMER WORK AND ACCESSIBILITY

Begin forming relationships with rising first grade families (class playdate, home visits)

Prepare curriculum and classroom during summer months.

Attend in-service week in August and June, and grade-specific training if needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Has completed Waldorf Teacher training, continues working towards completion of their training, or has equivalent experience.

Must have a commitment to self-development.

Must pass a criminal background check.

Provide a letter of interest and resume as well as two to three professional references to office@shiningstarschool.com.

Job Tags

Summer work, Work at office, 1 day per week,

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