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Swallowtail Waldorf School & Farm is seeking a dynamic, caring class teacher to lead our rising first grade class for the 2025-26 school year. Our class teachers ideally continue to guide their students on their journey through the eighth grade. At Swallowtail we are fortunate to have an exceptionally committed and supportive community of families and a close-knit collegial group who value working together in collaboration. Grades classes are well supported by subject offerings, and classes spend one day per week at our farm property where they work with our Agricultural Arts and full time Farmer to deepen their connection to the natural world and understanding of the land. 

The 1st Grade Teacher is responsible for bringing developmentally appropriate curriculum in accordance with the principles and methods of Waldorf Education. In the forefront of our work will be warmth, rhythm, health, safety, professionalism, a reverence for nature and for one another. The 1st Grade Teacher is also responsible for forming and maintaining a healthy social life in their class and for incorporating the student families into the school life. They are an important member of the Grades team and are expected to work collaboratively with colleagues, share responsibilities for program delivery, and serve as a role model within the school community.

• Develop class curriculum incorporating: 

  • An anthroposophical understanding of the developmental needs of the students

  • Our shared commitment to bringing greater diversity, equity, and inclusion to Waldorf Education

  • Swallowtail grade-level benchmarks and recent assessments or observations, to build capacities and ensure academic growth

• Prepare a school-year schedule of subject blocks (block rotation) in the summer and daily written lesson plans throughout the year. Daily lessons should include movement, music, rhythm, story and imagery, review, and new instruction. Written plans should include learning goals and a space for reflection.

• Provide a consistent rhythm of the day, week, and year 

• Dress in appropriate gear for the weather when outdoors, and uphold that expectation with students

• Ensure a beautiful and well-kept classroom

• Maintain a healthy classroom atmosphere of respect and attention by holding appropriate boundaries with children in a calm and centered manner

• Assess the growth and development of students in the program, communicating proactively with parents and the Student Support committee if a student is in need of extra support