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Second/ Third Grade Class Teacher
September 2020 | Greenwood Tree Educational Cooperative | Mount Vernon, Washington
Greenwood Tree is a Waldorf-inspired educational cooperative in the rich farming community of the Skagit Valley (Washington State). This vibrant school seeks a caring, dedicated and experienced individual to lead our Second and Third grade split class (ages 7-9). This class is currently experiencing a low enrollment, however we anticipate it will continue to grow in the coming months. The Teacher will guide the children through a Waldorf-inspired curriculum uniquely crafted to meet the needs of second and third grade students, building off of the concepts and skills covered in the student’s previous year of learning. Curriculum to include predominantly Language Arts and Math, with elements of History, Cultural Studies, and Science introduced within the framework of main lessons. Foreign Language, Fine Arts, Practical Arts, and handwork will also be worked into the weekly rhythm. Our school and community prefer to follow the Waldorf style teaching method of using main lesson blocks to structure lessons, which allows each student to immerse themselves in the topic of study and create their own “text book” based on a personal experience of a subject or lesson. The Teacher will orchestrate the rhythm of the day by leading the children through each activity and the associated transition periods. They will make every effort to utilize the diverse resources and talents of the parents to enrich the program. The Teacher is responsible for seeking out and using such talents, and for creating a climate in which parents will volunteer their skills.
Position: Second/ Third Grade Split Grade Class Teacher Desired Skills/Experience:
●Education and experience in Waldorf Education preferred
●Experience working with elementary students
●Ability to work in a cooperative setting with parents and colleagues
●Capacity to develop and implement Waldorf-inspired curriculum
appropriate for early grades
●Positive classroom management techniques
●Solid understanding of early childhood development and the ability to apply this
knowledge
●Clear communication skills, written and verbal
Location and Days:
3 days per week on-site- Monday-Wednesday
1-2 Weekly meetings (video conferencing and at Greenwood Tree)
Seasonal festivals and occasional fundraising events held both
on-site and various locations throughout Skagit Valley.
Parent Conferences
Quarterly Leadership Planning sessions and Annual Retreat
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent upon experience
All candidates are expected to thoroughly explore our website to learn about our history, mission, and values as a cooperative school: www.greenwoodtreecoop.org
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Greenwood Tree: Board@
