Now Hiring: Spark Studio Guide (Ages 4–8) – Acton Placer, Rocklin, CA
Are you a Waldorf educator seeking a fresh path in alternative education? Acton Placer is hiring a Spark Studio Guide for our mixed-age 4–8 year-old studio — an ideal opportunity for a teacher who values wonder, rhythm, creativity, and learner autonomy.
We’ve found that Waldorf-trained guides thrive in our studios. The Spark Studio blends Waldorf warmth and reverence with Acton’s learner-driven model, integrating elements of Montessori, Reggio, project-based learning, and Socratic dialogue. If you’re curious about new ways to support the whole child — and ready to co-create a joyful, purposeful learning environment — this could be your next adventure.
About the Role
Mixed-age group of learners ages 4–8
Monday–Thursday school week, with opportunity to earn Flex Fridays
Curriculum blends storytelling, handwork, nature-based play, and Acton’s signature Quests
Emphasis on learner ownership, studio culture, and character development
Start date: August 2025 (or sooner if available)
About Acton Academy & Acton Placer
Acton Academy is a global network of over 300 learner-driven schools with a shared mission: that every child is a genius on a Hero’s Journey. Studios are small, learner-led communities where Guides ask questions, not give answers — and learners set goals, collaborate, and grow through real-world projects.
Acton Placer operates three thriving campuses in Rocklin, Roseville, and Sacramento, California. Since opening in 2020, we’ve built a strong, connected community of families and Guides who believe in curiosity, purpose, and freedom in education. Our campuses serve learners ages 4–14 and are united by a commitment to wonder, work, and real-world learning.
About Amanda Ziadeh Mercer
Amanda Ziadeh Mercer is a Spark Guide and curriculum developer at Acton Placer. With over a decade of Waldorf teaching experience, Amanda brings depth, presence, and a heart for young learners. Her work bridges Waldorf principles and the Acton model, creating a studio where play, beauty, curiosity, and independence flourish side by side. Amanda also supports new Guides through mentorship and curriculum design.
To Apply:
Please email your resume and a short letter of interest to [insert email]. We’d love to hear what draws you to this work and how your experience aligns with our vision.
If you’re interested in a pivot from the Waldorf school while maintaining your passion for Waldorf education, feel free to reach out to Amanda directly with any questions: [insert contact info].
