Careers
First Grade Class Teacher
Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking a full time First Grade class teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Ideally, candidates would have Waldorf teaching experience. Effective classroom management, communication, and the ability to collaborate are priorities. Classroom support and mentoring will be provided.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors Degree
- Waldorf Teacher Certificate and/or enrollment in a Waldorf accredited training program
- Minimum of three years paid experience in an accredited primary school, preferred
Our curriculum includes language/s, handwork, woodwork, music, eurythmy, an educational support program and physical education. Festivals and celebrations are community-oriented. Our Board is active and well-established, and our strong Parent Association reflects a supportive and diverse parent body. An active Anthroposophical branch and First Class are in the area, as well as a nearby teacher training center. Our school is located approximately 140 miles north of NYC and 120 miles west of Boston, in a county that is renowned for its cultural and artistic communities, rich history and picturesque New England landscapes.
This position has a base salary of $45,000 with increases dependent on experience. Benefits include: health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, tuition remission, and a paid professional development stipend.
To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and references to Human Resources at employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org. A review of resumes will begin immediately.
Grades Spanish Teacher
Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking a full time Spanish teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Ideally, candidates would have Waldorf teaching experience. In addition to teaching experience, candidates are expected to be either a native speaker or have advanced fluency in Spanish. The candidate should also have a strong connection to the culture and traditions of Spanish speaking nations with a focus on sharing through song, poetry and stories for first through third grades, and a strong emphasis on conversation, grammar, writing and reading comprehension for fourth grade on. Effective classroom management, communication, and the ability to collaborate are priorities. Classroom support and mentoring will be provided.
Essential Job Duties
- Teach Spanish classes for Grades 1–8
- Lead a curriculum with a strong connection to the culture and traditions of Spanish speaking nations with a focus on sharing through song, poetry and stories for first through third grades, and a strong emphasis on conversation, grammar, writing and reading comprehension for fourth grade on.
- Teach historical and geographical awareness of the Spanish speaking world.
- Prepare lesson plans, student work, assessments, and reports according to BWS standards.
- Cultivate joy, wonder, and curiosity in the classroom, fostering a positive relationship to language learning.
- Consistent positive classroom management with a variety of ages.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- A native speaker or have advanced fluency in Spanish
- A Waldorf teacher certificate or enrollment in an accredited Waldorf training program is preferred. A personalized mentorship program through BWS will be required if there is no Waldorf training prior.
- Minimum of three years paid experience in an accredited primary school, preferred.
Benefits: Health insurance, Employer paid life insurance, retirement plan, and tuition remission. Established mentorship program for hands-on learning with experts. Paid Waldorf teacher training opportunities available!
To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and references to Human Resources, employment@berkshirewaldorfschool.org. A review of resumes will begin immediately.
Berkshire Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
