Kindergarten Teacher

Madrone Trail Public Charter School is a K-8 Waldorf Public Charter School. We are currently seeking a Kindergarten Teacher who has a deep love of children and teaching, as well as a sense of purpose in bringing Waldorf education into the public realm. This position will be in our mixed age early childhood program of 4-6 year olds.

We are pursuing candidates who have a deep understanding of Waldorf pedagogy, previous teaching experience, and who are committed to bringing Waldorf education to the public realm. As a Lead Teacher you will carry the responsibility for the pedagogical planning and activities, parent education and reports. Beyond school hours, teachers participate in faculty meetings, book study, and school committees.

Preferred Requirements:

• Credentialed to work in an Oregon public school
• Waldorf certified or actively pursuing Waldorf certification
• Knowledgeable of child development, practical arts, sewing, finger knitting, singing, and puppetry
• Skills for building collaborative relationships with parents and colleagues
• The ability to create nurturing environments that support the needs of the young child
• Dedicated to the principles of public Waldorf Education

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for the 24-25 school year.

To learn more about our school, visit our website at www.madronetrail.org

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Grade levels:

• Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Charter school
• Private school
• Public school

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass a background check and drug screening?

Experience:

• Waldorf Teaching Methods & Pedagogy: 1 year (Required)
• Kindergaten Teaching: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Oregon Teaching license through TSPC? (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Central Point, OR 97502 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Central Point, OR 97502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person