Hand Work Teacher
Our Hand Work program (art and hand crafts) provides a holistic approach to our experiential education. The arts are fully integrated into our methodology of the entire curriculum, enriching fine-motor movement and interdisciplinary skills and building and developing a child's creative capacities. Students participate in various handcrafts, including, but not limited to, hand-sewing, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, wool-felting, machine-sawing, and woodworking.
We welcome you to visit us and see our students in action. At The Waldorf School of St. Louis, we rethink what is possible in education.
Schedule:
Part-time with the possibility of Full Time; teaching eight 40-minute classes per week to grades 1-8, generally between the hours of 11 am - 3 pm, though flexibility in scheduling can be discussed.
For a full job description or to apply, email the following to employment@waldorfstl.org:
Cover Letter with a short autobiographical statement
Resume or summary of your applicable knowledge/experience
Three professional references: Please provide the names and email addresses of three individuals who can speak to your professional qualifications and character.
We offer:
Freedom in creating curriculum to meet the needs of the developing children
Students are assessed using a variety of methods rather than annual standardized tests
Small class sizes and engaged, curious students
Training funds (up to 50% reimbursement) for professional development
Collaborative faculty and staff who make decisions by consensus
A campus in the heart of Historic North Webster with access to parks, and outdoor spaces that are integral to our student's school day and overall educational experience through outdoor playtime, experiential learning, kinesthetic learning, and curiosity about the world beyond the classroom walls
Tuition discounts for children of employees, up to 100% for FT employees
Mentoring programs and strong, supportive, collegial relationships
Paid snow days for part-time employees