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Work at the Waldorf School of San Diego

ABOUT WSSD

The Waldorf School of San Diego (WSSD) offers Pre-K through 12th grade Waldorf education across two campuses in the heart of an innovative city and beautiful landscape. Founded in 1981, WSSD has been serving San Diego and the greater community for over 40 years. We have families coming from as far as Oceanside to the north, Tijuana to the south, and the rural community of Alpine to the east.

Our campus provides a serene and natural environment conducive to learning and exploration. The 4-acre Lower School (Early Childhood through Grade 8) campus is located in a hillside neighborhood within the urban setting of City Heights. From the lushness of our schoolyard, students can see Mexico and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest and a panorama of mountains to the east. The school facilities include three major buildings, playing fields, and a beautiful garden classroom. We have a large auditorium where we hold eurythmy, musical, and theater performances and other assemblies throughout the year.

WSSD is a fully accredited member of AWSNA and WASC.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

WSSD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

 

First Grade Teacher

Our mission is to awaken each student’s capacity for love of learning, for independent thinking, and for heartfelt service to the world.

The Waldorf School of San Diego is seeking a full-time First Grade Teacher to join our dedicated and experienced team of teachers in sunny San Diego.

Under guidance from the Grades Chair, the First Grade Teacher will plan, organize and implement a developmentally appropriate instructional program that nurtures the innate capabilities of the students and guides and encourages them to develop and fulfill their potential.

The ideal candidate will have a creative, loving and playful nature and a warm and calming presence with the students. Flexibility as well as an ability to maintain rhythms and routines are essential qualities for this position. The First Grade Teacher position is well suited for someone who works collaboratively with others, who has a commitment to excellence in teaching and professional and self-development, and who has an interest in the ongoing renewal of Waldorf Education.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

  • Waldorf teaching certificate (currently enrolled students will be considered)

  • Demonstrated teaching experience in elementary education

  • Commitment to continued learning of Waldorf pedagogy and an anthroposophical understanding child development

  • Understanding of classroom management, including Kim John Payne’s Three Care Streams process and other restorative discipline techniques

  • Commitment to engaging in the work of diversity, equity, inclusion and justice

  • Close connection to nature with a commitment to the preservation and protection of our beautiful planet

We are looking for someone who can start on or around July 1, 2025. The pay range for this position is between $63,000 and $72,600 annually based on experience.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience

  • Health insurance benefits include dental and vision coverage

  • Participation in an employer sponsored 401K plan

  • Professional development opportunities

  • A supportive and collaborative work environment

  • Tuition remission for the children of the successful candidate

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives and our community

 

How to Apply

We invite interested candidates to submit their resume and a cover letter to hr@waldorfsandiego.org with their name and “First Grade Teacher” in the subject line.

Director of Pedagogy

Like many Waldorf schools, we are in the midst of a period of transition and renewal. This offers a unique opportunity for us to re-enliven our community and reaffirm our commitment to the values that have guided us since our school began over 40 years ago. We are boldly envisioning ways to grow our middle and high school programs, enhance the curriculum, and strengthen our internal faculty leadership, all to better serve the students and the broader educational environment.

The Waldorf School of San Diego is seeking a full-time Director of Pedagogy to join our dedicated and experienced team of teachers in sunny San Diego.

Click here for the hiring packet.