2025-2026 First Grade Teacher at Sacramento Waldorf School

About the Employer

Founded in 1959, Sacramento Waldorf School (SWS) is the oldest Waldorf school in Northern California, offering a nurturing and holistic education from Early Childhood through Twelfth Grade. Situated on a beautiful 22-acre campus along the American River, our school is home to over 450 students and features a 3.5-acre working farm, providing rich opportunities for outdoor and environmental education. At SWS, we foster a community-oriented environment where creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning thrive. As an accredited school, we are committed to the development of the whole child—intellectually, socially, and spiritually—through a curriculum that blends academics with the arts, practical skills, and emotional intelligence. We value each child’s unique potential and provide our students with a supportive and inclusive educational experience designed to help them grow into thoughtful, compassionate, and confident individuals. Our dedicated and talented faculty and staff work together to create a warm, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically, express themselves creatively, and contribute positively to society. We are proud of our diverse and engaged community and actively support efforts toward equity, inclusion, and social renewal. Sacramento Waldorf School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Summary

Job Summary

* Classroom Leadership: Establish and maintain a warm, engaging, and structured learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and inspired. * Curriculum Implementation: Plan and teach developmentally appropriate, Waldorf-inspired lessons that cultivate literacy, numeracy, and a love of learning. * Student Development: Support students’ social, emotional, and cognitive growth through creative and engaging teaching methods. * Collaboration: Work closely with specialty subject teachers, faculty colleagues, and administration to provide a well-rounded learning experience. * Parent Communication: Build strong, positive relationships with parents, keeping them informed about their child’s progress and fostering a collaborative home-school partnership. * Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training, mentorship, and faculty development to continue growing as an educator. * School Participation: Engage in school-wide initiatives, faculty meetings, and community-building activities to enrich the broader SWS community.

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