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Susquehanna Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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2nd Grade Teacher

The Susquehanna Waldorf School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Waldorf teacher as the Class Teacher for our 2024-25 2nd Grade Class.

Founded in 1987, the Susquehanna Waldorf School resides along the quiet river town of Marietta, PA. We are a fully accredited Waldorf school with a faculty dedicated to the principles of Waldorf education. We serve 151 students in our Parent-Child classes through 8th grade.

Our ideal candidate has experience teaching early grades in elementary school, with preference given to Waldorf teaching experience.

Our teacher will be dedicated to Waldorf pedagogy, bring a confident classroom presence, and have considerable collegial capacities and parent-relationship skills. They will foster a nurturing and engaging classroom environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and cultural appreciation.

The compensation package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K program, and tuition remission for their children enrolled in the school. The base salary for this position is $41,200, with increment increases for advanced degrees and Waldorf Certification.

Our students benefit from a medley of programs that include Mandarin, Latin, Eurythmy, Music, Orchestra, Handwork, and Practical Arts. Our school community celebrates seasonal festivals and holds family-centered activities year-round.

To Apply: Please send a letter of introduction, your resume, and two letters of recommendation to our Personnel Search Committee at psc@susquehanna.org
The Susquehanna Waldorf School is a full member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)

The Susquehanna Waldorf School actively encourages its students to understand, respect, and appreciate diversity as defined by a range of racial identification, ancestries, nationalities, native languages, socioeconomic backgrounds, family structures, ages, belief systems, gender, sexual identities, abilities, appearances, and occupations.

We are dedicated to the ongoing process of furthering diversity in our student body, faculty, staff, administration and trustees. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is reflected in both our curriculum and our community strivings, as we seek to ever deepen our empathy for one another and the world in which we live.

Parent & Child Teacher (PT)

Susquehanna Waldorf School is seeking a teacher with experience in Early Childhood Waldorf education to lead two sessions of our Spring Parent-Child class from March 14 – May 11, 2024. Each class meets for 2.5 hours on Fridays and Saturdays.

The Parent & Child program provides a supportive environment to parents and caregivers as they delve into the joys and challenges of parenting. Morning classes offer a time for play, songs, verses, a snack, and crafts. Through weekly group conversations, parents and caregivers are offered a time for focused attention on their children as they explore the world.

The ideal candidate has experience teaching a Waldorf Parent-Child class or a Waldorf Early Childhood class and feels confident in supporting both young children and parents through an understanding of Waldorf pedagogy as it relates to child development. Future summer and fall positions are possible.

Please send a letter of interest, your resume, and two professional references to PSC@susquehanna.org.