Job Title: Handwork Specialist 

Classification: Certificated

Work Days per Year: 186

Reports to: Executive Director

Full time position with benefits

At Sparrow Academy, our mission is to cultivate conscientious, engaged citizens through a scholarly and artistic study of the humanities, math and science, grounded in Waldorf philosophy. 

Sparrow Academy is seeking a qualified Handwork Specialist to teach knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and other handcrafts to our 1st-8th grade students in the 2021-22 school year. The position is full time, including health benefits. 

The Handwork Specialist at Sparrow will be expected to:

• Teach all handwork crafts from a foundation of Waldorf philosophy
• Plan age-appropriate lessons and prepare materials for all classes 1st-8th
• Teach and effectively manage a class of 28-30 students
• Participate in collaborative meetings
• Actively seek and participate in teacher enrichment opportunities, continuing education, workshops, reading publications, etc.

What we’re looking for in a Handwork Specialist: 

• Exemplary elementary teaching skills 
• Experience and proficiency in the specialized area of Handwork
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Highly organized, efficient and proactive
• Willingness to learn and grow as a professional Waldorf educator

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Prior experience and training in Waldorf methods

To apply, send resume and introduction letter to Alexandra Sannino Alexandra.sannino@sparrowschool.org