London Waldorf School is seeking applicants for a 1 year contract position of  Early Years Lead Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.

OUR MISSION

London Waldorf School is a vibrant learning community where education, based on a deep understanding of the developing child, integrates the intellectual with the artistic, the practical with the beautiful - fostering the ability to engage more fully in the world.

“Our highest endeavour must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives.”

~ Rudolf Steiner

DETAILS

This is a one year contract position starting July 1, 2023.  

SALARY & BENEFITS

Our salaries and benefits are comparable with those of other Waldorf Schools. 

Salary is dependent on the amount and type of previous teaching experience as well as the final workload. The current starting salary for a full-time Early Years Lead Teacher is between $41,766.18 and $45,942.80 based on experience. 

After 3 months of employment, salaried employees are entitled to group health and dental benefits, a long-term disability plan, and 3% pension contributions. 

Tuition remission for any children attending our school is based on final workload percentage.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching experience - in a Waldorf school or other setting
• Waldorf Teacher Education Certification - AWSNA, WECAN or LifeWays accredited
• Early childhood certification with the ability to be certified with the college of ECE’s (RECE) required prior to start date 
• Child and Infant CPR and Food Handlers certification are requirements before start date
• A post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate
• Bachelor of Education is considered an asset
• Anthroposophical studies/courses
• Additional relevant workshops, conferences, intensives, certification
• A significant connection to Waldorf Education
• Experience leading a classroom of young children
• Creativity, flexibility and ability to take initiative
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators
• Demonstrated ability to work with parents to meet their questions and needs as parents 
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development of personal professional practice

Responsibilities Include:

• Implementing a developmentally appropriate birth to three curriculum within the Waldorf pedagogy
• Creating a rhythm of stories, circles, songs, caregiving routine, and activities that foster the growth and development of the students
• Adhering to all  policies and procedures of working within a licenced care program as established by the Ministry of Education 
• Observing and caring for students’ physical, emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual development and well-being
• Building a healthy class community of your students and their families
• Working cohesively with the assistant teacher to create a class culture that fosters warmth and love in safe environment 
• Demonstrating warmth and compassion in working with both children and adults
• Writing program objectives and regular class communications
• Leading regular parent evenings and working one-on-one with parents to help facilitate discussions about a more thorough understanding of Waldorf curriculum and child development
• Serving the school through committee work, administrative responsibilities and collegial work with the full faculty and staff
• Attending weekly faculty meetings, regular department meetings and retreats, and assisting with school events, including classroom and community festivals
• Contributing to pedagogical, child and curriculum study
• Participating in ongoing professional development

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals are asked to send a letter of interest including a resume, references, and a brief biography by Friday, March 31st, 2023, to the attention of the Hiring Committee at: hr@londonwaldorf.ca Applications will continue to be considered until the position has been filled.

London Waldorf School is committed to equity in its policies, practices and procedures, supports diversity in its teaching, learning and work environments and ensures that applications for members of underrepresented groups are considered. Qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our community are encouraged to apply.

Please note: due to the high volume of resumes we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We appreciate your understanding.