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This is a part-time, 3-days per week position.

Overview:

San Francisco Waldorf School is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher for a part-time, three-day-per-week position beginning immediately. This role is ideal for a trained Waldorf Early Childhood educator who is enthusiastic about working with young children in a nurturing, play-based, and rhythmically structured environment. The Lead Preschool Teacher will work closely with the assistant teacher to provide a cohesive and supportive experience for children and families.

This position is part of our continued commitment to offering high-quality early childhood education while accommodating a flexible workweek.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Preschool class and holding the rhythm of the day, week, and season. This includes indoor and outdoor play, storytelling, painting, birthdays, crafts, snacks, and rest.
• Create and maintain a beautiful and organized classroom space, including seasonal nature table.
• Observe and recommend specific movement and or activities for each child, such as using the swing, balancing, jumping, walking, etc.
• Oversee daily operation, solve staffing problems, guide and evaluate assistant teacher.
• Help set up and maintain the attendance rosters and the various program rosters.
• Oversee maintenance of hiking lists, fruit/flower/protein snack lists, and general logistics of parent involvement.
• Help the director in preparing two “Welcome to Waldorf” enrollment events and at least four play dates with prospective students and families.
• Assist the director with the review of applications, individual interviews with parents, and observing children.
• Attend/facilitate the parent-teacher conferences for the children in the Lead Preschool Teacher’s program at least twice a year and as needed.
• Help coordinate/lead the Parent Work Day, Parent Evenings, Preschool Festivals, and other special events.
• Act as liaison with the Swedenborgian Church staff.
• Help to close the classroom for summer and prepare the classroom for the new school year.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in all school faculty meetings at the beginning of the school year in August and at the end of the school year at both the GS and HS based on FTE school guidelines
• Participate in all faculty in-service days
• Serve on a committee after first year

Schedule:

• On-site teaching hours: 8:00am–2:00pm, three days per week.
• Additional hours may be required for occasional events, parent conferences, or evening meetings (to be scheduled in advance and aligned with part-time status).
• Days of the week are to be determined based on program needs and staff availability.

Qualifications:

• The Preschool Lead Teacher is required to have either a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit OR a Child Development Program Director permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing OR provide proof of high school graduation or GED and 15 semester units at an accredited college in specified early childhood education classes. Three of the required units shall be in administration or staff relations and 12 units shall include courses that cover the area of child growth and development; child, family and community; and program/ curriculum and four years of teaching experience in a licensed center or comparable group child care program.

• The Lead Preschool Teacher should have completed the Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training.

• At least 2 years of Waldorf teaching experience are required. The Lead Preschool Teacher will have knowledge, awareness, and commitment to Waldorf education and philosophy as well enthusiasm for working and being with young children.

Compensation:

This is a part-time, 0.6FTE, salaried position. Benefits include dental and vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions begin after one year of employment), and pro-rated (based on FTE) tuition remission for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (Staff fees apply). The full 1 FTE annual salary range is $60K - $95K depending on training and experience. It will be prorated for less than a full 1 FTE. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Faculty; non-exempt from overtime

Reports to: Grade School Director

Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to jobs@sfwaldorf.org

This is a part-time, hourly position.

Summary: The Preschool Program Assistant at San Francisco Waldorf School is a trained Waldorf Early Childhood teacher or currently enrolled in the Waldorf Teacher Training Program. The assistant should understand Preschool school life as well as have an interest in the school as a whole. In order to create a harmonious environment, flexibility, presence, and a cooperative spirit are essential for the children to receive the teacher and
assistant as a guiding unit.

Responsibilities include:

• Holding the class with a sense of order and rhythm
• Attending to the physical, emotional, and individual needs of the young children (2-4 years old)
• Creating and maintaining classroom mood
• Supervising indoor/outdoor play, clean–up time, bathroom, hand washing, etc.
• Caring for and preparation of classroom materials
• Planning and preparing weekly snacks and keeping track of snack supplies
• Organizing and carrying out special activities and helping with craft projects
• Participating in circle time by learning and sharing seasonal poems, songs and stories
• Attends parent conferences as requested by lead teacher

Hours and Meetings:
The Preschool Assistant will be in school from 7:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every weekday and on selected weekend hours before and/or after holiday breaks for cleaning and new seasonal set-ups. The Assistant is expected to attend weekly Preschool meetings, weekly Grade School faculty meetings, monthly Early Childhood meetings, and quarterly all-faculty meetings. Attendance at these meetings helps the Assistant become an integral member of the faculty. The meetings also help provide a shared plan for our work together and with the children. The Preschool Program Assistant will help the teacher in the preparation of the classroom at the beginning of the school year and in the clean-up at the end of the school year. The Assistant needs to be present at parent evenings, enrollment events and at parent teacher conferences when needed.

Qualifications:

• Waldorf Teacher Training completed or in progress
• 12 Early Childhood Education units (ECEs) completed or in progress

California law requires fingerprinting and TB Assessment. Preschool Program teachers need to comply with the requirements set forth by the State of California licensing standards (Early Childhood Education coursework, CPR training and required vaccinations).

Benefits and Compensation: $32.50 per hour.

This is a part-time, hourly position. This position carries no benefits other than those available through the San Francisco City Ordinances.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to jobs@sfwaldorf.org

General Description
The position of the hourly Preschool Aide provides additional support to the preschool teachers. The position also gives the aide an opportunity to gain experience with children in the context of the preschool and to glean understanding for the job by observing the teacher at work.

Hours: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Additional hours need to be approved in advance by Lead Preschool Teacher and Grade School Chair.

General Responsibilities
The aide supports the preschool teachers in maintaining a harmonious and orderly preschool classroom. This includes assisting in all facets of preschool room activities, helping to carry out daily rhythms and leading groups of children or individuals in activities based on the preschool teacher’s indications. The aide displays respect for the authority of the preschool teachers and maintains professional attire and image. The
aide also displays discretion about all matters pertaining to the preschool and holds boundaries of confidentiality in all communication and refers parents to lead teacher to answer questions or to address concerns. The aide should be able to manage their time to finish projects within the time allotted.

Examples of Duties

• Assists the teachers with the supervision of students who may exhibit emotional or behavioral challenges
• Supervises students when teacher is occupied with other students or when directed by lead teacher to work with individuals or groups of students
• Supervises students during recess, snack, or lunchtime periods
• Assists with general maintenance and cleaning of preschool
• Assists with preparation of preschool supplies and equipment
• Assists in supervision of students in outside preschool spaces when necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Meets regularly with lead teacher for planning and review of work

Qualifications

• Waldorf Teacher Training (or in process)
• Enthusiasm and flexibility
• Tidy and orderly personal presentation
• Early Childhood Credits that meet state requirements (6 units completed or in process)

Compensation
$29 per hour

This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. Benefits include San Francisco Sick Paid
Sick Leave and San Francisco Health Care Ordinance. This position does not continue
through the Summer Break.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Hourly; Non-exempt from overtime
Reports to: Preschool Lead Teacher, in consultation with the Grade School Steering Committee.
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: December 2024

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to jobs@sfwaldorf.org.

This is an hourly, part-time position

Overview

The Preschool After Care Aide is an essential role in the day of many children at the school. The Aide is responsible for the Preschool children who attend after Care, following a daily and weekly rhythm that gives these children the opportunity to partake in rest, appropriate activities, and time to play and relax after a long school morning. The aide is also responsible helping to arrange a healthy, late afternoon snack.

Areas of Responsibility

Under the guidance of the Preschool Coordinator of After Care:

• Help set up the classroom for nap time
• Help create a mood of rest and quiet 
• Help restore the room to order after nap
• Assist with snack preparation and clean-up
• Daily check of times at which children are picked-up w/parent/guardian's signature
• Use discretion and confidentiality in communication

Training

• Waldorf training preferred (or in process)
• 6 ECEs completed (or in process)
• Experience working with young children 
• Red Cross/CPR First Aid certification/Medicine Administration training (classes are usually offered during Faculty workdays)
• Maintain a working knowledge of school policies and procedures: earthquake and evacuation procedures, proper documentation of children's injuries, location and use of first aid kit

Compensation: $29 per hour

This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. Benefits include San Francisco Sick Paid Sick Leave and San Francisco Health Care Ordinance. This position does not continue through the Summer break. Holidays are unpaid.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 3 or more hours

FLSA Classification: Hourly; Non-exempt from overtime

Reports to: Preschool After Care Coordinator

Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to jobs@sfwaldorf.org.

We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Grade School Substitute Teachers (for Early Childhood and/or Grades 1st - 8th Grade) who are passionate about education. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, nurturing, and capable of maintaining the classroom's flow while adhering to the values and philosophy of Waldorf education.

The San Francisco Waldorf School hires dedicated and highly capable faculty and staff who develop a deep connection to Waldorf education and our unique school in San Francisco. SFWS employees are a committed group of free, responsible adults who bring our best individual selves to our work.

We are committed to a multicultural and diverse body of teachers, staff, and students. Our dedicated faculty values strong collegial working and warm relationships with parents. We seek a Substitute teacher to join us in our commitment to Waldorf education. Individuals with university degrees, Waldorf teacher training, and preferably, experience teaching in a Waldorf school are encouraged to apply.

SFWS asks all employees to proactively commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion, personal improvement, and service to the SFWS mission, bringing energy and excitement to serve all students, faculty, and families of the school.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide instruction and maintain the classroom environment as outlined in the lesson plans provided by the primary teacher.
• Foster a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere for students
• Maintain a sense of continuity and stability within the classroom
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and administration Manage classroom behavior in a positive and respectful manner

Qualifications

• Waldorf Teacher Training completed - preferred
• Enthusiasm and Flexibility
• Early Childhood and/or Grade School Teaching experience preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to various teaching environments and grade levels
• TB Assessment and Livescan Fingerprinting required

Compensation
Compensation is $55 per hour or $250 for a full day. This is a part-time, as needed, temporary/short-term, non-exempt position. It carries no benefits other than those available through San Francisco City. This position does not continue during the summer break months.
School breaks and Holidays are unpaid.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Not exempt from overtime; hourly
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: February 2025

San Francisco Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school’s learning environment, and we are committed to fostering equity and inclusion.

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to jobs@sfwaldorf.org.

This is a full-time, salaried position (1FTE).

Start Date: August 2026

San Francisco Waldorf School seeks a First Grade Class Teacher to begin in August 2026. The rising First Grade is a healthy, eager group of 20+ children, supported by a warm and enthusiastic parent body excited to begin their journey in Waldorf education. We are looking for a loving, committed teacher who will help form this new class and guide them through the early grades with imagination, insight, and steadiness.

The ideal candidate brings:

• A deep love for early childhood and the first grade year
• Warmth and clarity in presence and communication
• Genuine interest and training in Waldorf pedagogy
• Skill in guiding families, new and experienced, through the beginning of the grades journey
• An ability to build a healthy, beautiful, developmentally-supportive classroom culture
• Deep genuine interest in working with the class parent community

If you are ready to steward a class at this pivotal moment, laying the foundations for literacy, numeracy, social development, and reverence for learning, we would be delighted to meet you.

About San Francisco Waldorf School

San Francisco Waldorf School is a thriving Preschool–Grade 12 community with campuses in the beautiful Pacific Heights and West Portal neighborhoods of San Francisco. Our Grade School campus is nestled near the Presidio and just minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge. We are fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA).

Rooted in the indications of Rudolf Steiner, our faculty work out of Anthroposophy to bring a lively, developmentally-responsive curriculum to our students. In addition to the core academic program, our expanded curriculum includes orchestral music, handwork, woodwork, physical education, gardening, eurythmy, and two foreign languages.

Our faculty circle includes both seasoned and newer teachers who are supported by mentors, caring administrative staff, an educational support team, an active parent body, and a dedicated Board of Trustees.

We are committed to a multicultural and diverse body of teachers, staff, and students. Diversity is celebrated and faculty of color are welcomed, valued, and supported. Our dedicated faculty values strong collegial working and warm relationships with parents. We seek a teacher to join us in our commitment to Waldorf education. Individuals with university degrees, Waldorf teacher training, and preferably, experience teaching in a Waldorf school are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

Required

• Completed Waldorf Teacher Training
• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated experience working with children in a classroom or educational setting
• Authorization to work in the United States
  San Francisco Waldorf School does not provide employer sponsorship.

Preferred

• Prior experience as a class teacher in a Waldorf school
• Strong skills in classroom management that balance warmth, clarity, and consistency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Reflective, collaborative approach to working with colleagues and families

Benefits and Compensation: 

This is a 1.0 FTE, full-time, position with full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (Staff fees apply). The full annual salary range is $67K - $95K, depending on training and experience. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours daily

FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime

Reports to: Grade School Director

Hired by: Grade School Director

Date Modified: November 2025

How to apply

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to jobs@sfwaldorf.org.

If you feel you may be qualified but have questions you’d like to explore before applying, we are happy to have a conversation over the phone 415-931-2750 or send us an email.

This is a .75FTE position.

Start Date: August 2026

General Description

San Francisco Waldorf School seeks a full-time Spanish Teacher to teach Spanish to all students in Grades 1st–8th. Students in Grades 1st - 6th receive Spanish twice weekly; students in Grades 7th–8th receive Spanish three times weekly. The teacher will bring a dynamic, developmentally-appropriate, and culturally rich world-language program rooted in the pedagogy and developmental insights of Waldorf education.

The ideal candidate is a fluent Spanish speaker with a deep love of language, a commitment to engaging students through imaginative and experiential learning, and the organizational skill to manage a multi-grade teaching schedule.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish classes for Grades 1–8, following the developmental arc of language learning in a Waldorf school.
• Create a vibrant curriculum that includes stories, songs, poetry, movement, games, dialogues, drama, grammar, reading, and writing appropriate to each grade level.
• Teach historical and geographical awareness of the Spanish speaking world.
• Develop an evolving middle-school curriculum that builds conversational skills, reading comprehension, grammar accuracy, and cultural appreciation.
• Prepare lesson plans, student work, assessments, and reports according to school standards.
• Cultivate joy, wonder, and curiosity in the classroom, fostering a positive relationship to language learning.
• Lead and coordinate the school’s annual Dia de los Muertos celebration and other cultural observances
• Consistent positive classroom management with a variety of ages.
• Consistent record keeping of student progress.

Classroom Culture & Student Support

• Establish inclusive, respectful, and culturally affirming classroom environments.
• Differentiate instruction to meet a range of learning styles and abilities.
• Implement accommodations in collaboration with the class teacher and Director of Student Support Services.
• Collaborate with class teachers and student support faculty when indicated.
• Observe and respond to student needs through both a developmental and pedagogical lens.

School Life & Faculty Collaboration

• Participate fully in faculty life, including weekly faculty meetings, in-service days, and scheduled professional development.
• Provide narrative or rubric-based student reports, attend parent-teacher conferences, and maintain communication with families as needed.
• Contribute to festivals, assemblies, field trips, and community events where Spanish performance or cultural contributions are appropriate.
• Maintain collegial relationships and engage in shared faculty responsibilities that support the life of the school.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish
• Waldorf Teacher Training in progress or completed
• Familiarity with Waldorf World Language education
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Enthusiasm and flexibility
• Lesson planning and long range
• Proficiency with an instrument that can accompany student singing (ex. Guitar, piano, etc.)

Compensation & Benefits

This is a 0.75 FTE position. Benefits include dental, vision, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission (prorated by FTE) for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (staff fees apply). The full annual salary range is $67K - $95K, depending on training and experience. The salary will be prorated for less than a full 1 FTE. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.      

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Salary; Exempt from overtime

Reports to: Grade School Director

Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee

Date Modified: November 2025

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to  jobs@sfwaldorf.org.

This is a full-time, salaried position (1FTE).

Start Date: August 2026

Position Overview

San Francisco Waldorf School seeks a Grade School Class Teacher to join our faculty in August 2026. If you are drawn to guiding children through the grades with warmth, imagination, and clear understanding of child development, this role offers the opportunity to:

• Carry a class of students over multiple years, building deep relationships with children and families.
• Teach a rich, integrated main lesson curriculum that cultivates intellectual, artistic, and practical capacities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in a strong, collegial faculty culture.

We are looking for a Waldorf educator who brings both professional skill and an inner commitment to Waldorf education, and who finds joy in the daily life of the classroom.

About San Francisco Waldorf School

San Francisco Waldorf School is a thriving Preschool–Grade 12 community with campuses in the beautiful Pacific Heights and West Portal neighborhoods of San Francisco. Our Grade School campus is nestled near the Presidio and just minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge. We are fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA).

Rooted in the indications of Rudolf Steiner, our faculty work out of Anthroposophy to bring a lively, developmentally-responsive curriculum to our students. In addition to the core academic program, our expanded curriculum includes orchestral music, handwork, woodwork, physical education, gardening, eurythmy, and two foreign languages.

Our faculty circle includes both seasoned and newer teachers who are supported by mentors, caring administrative staff, an educational support team, an active parent body, and a dedicated Board of Trustees.

We are committed to a multicultural and diverse body of teachers, staff, and students. Diversity is celebrated and faculty of color are welcomed, valued, and supported. Our dedicated faculty values strong collegial working and warm relationships with parents. We seek a teacher to join us in our commitment to Waldorf education. Individuals with university degrees, Waldorf teacher training, and preferably, experience teaching in a Waldorf school are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

Required

• Completed Waldorf Teacher Training
• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated experience working with children in a classroom or educational setting
• Authorization to work in the United States
  San Francisco Waldorf School does not provide employer sponsorship.

Preferred

• Prior experience as a class teacher in a Waldorf school
• Strong skills in classroom management that balance warmth, clarity, and consistency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Reflective, collaborative approach to working with colleagues and families

Benefits and Compensation: 

This is a 1.0 FTE, full-time, position with full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (Staff fees apply).  The full annual salary range is $67K - $95K, depending on training and experience.  Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.  

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours daily

FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime

Reports to: Grade School Director

Hired by: Grade School Director

Date Modified: November 2025

How to apply

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to jobs@sfwaldorf.org.

If you feel you may be qualified but have questions you’d like to explore before applying, we are happy to have a conversation over the phone 415-931-2750 or send us an email.

 High School Humanities

This is a 1.0FTE exempt position

Summary:

San Francisco Waldorf High School seeks an enthusiastic and experienced Humanities Teacher with a strong background in social sciences and literature. This teacher will have the ability to teach honors and non honors level courses on ancient texts, modern texts, sociology and history through an anti-racist lens while developing high-level reading and writing skills in 9th through 12th graders. Our ideal candidate excels at engaging a range of student abilities, is highly organized, has sound classroom management, sound teaching strategies and understands the developmental stages of high school students. We are looking for a teacher who wants to join a Waldorf faculty and work in a highly collaborative environment.

At SFWHS diversity is celebrated and employees of color are welcomed, valued, and supported. We ask all employees to proactively commit to access, equity, diversity and inclusion and to actively create an environment where all members of the community can flourish.

Waldorf education is the fastest growing independent school movement in the world. This dynamic approach to child development and education is continually evolving to meet today's students and prepare them for tomorrow. Waldorf education inspires lifelong learning in students and enables them to fully develop their unique capacities. Our students are authentic, moral and engaged with their learning; they (and their families) appreciate their teachers.

San Francisco Waldorf School (SFWS) was founded in 1979 and serves 380 students across a Preschool-12th Grade program. The high school campus is in the lovely West Portal neighborhood and easily accessible by public transit. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences required
• Graduate degree preferred
• Waldorf Teacher Training completed or in progress and/or willingness to begin Waldorf Teacher seminar (in-house)
• Significant high school or university teaching experience and/or other experience working with adolescents
• Ability to use the school portal (Blackbaud) for posting and tracking student assignments
• Ability to evaluate using rubrics or demonstrate other equitable grading practices
• Strong communication with all school stakeholders
• Strong planning and organizational skill
• A proven interest in engaging with high school students beyond the classroom: sponsoring clubs or an affinity group, chaperoning field trips and dances, general supervision and academic advising are some examples.

Benefits and Compensation:

This is a 1.0 FTE, full-time, position with full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (Staff fees apply). The full annual salary range is $67K - $95K, depending on training and experience. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Be able to occasionally lift to 30 lbs.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours

FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime

Reports to: High School Director

Hired by: High School Steering Committee

Date Modified: January 2026

To apply, please submit a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references familiar with your relevant work experience, as well as a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848 to  jobs@sfwaldorf.org.