HADLEY Early Childhood Lead Teacher The Hartsbrook School is in search
of an experienced and enthusiastic individual to serve as the Early
Childhood Lead Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal
candidate would have a passion for working with a diverse group of young
children aged 2 years 9 months to 6 years old, preferably with Waldorf
early childhood training. The role involves leading an Early Childhood
classroom, collaborating with colleagues on a daily basis, and
participating in parent/caregiver, department, and faculty meetings, and
contributing to an intentionally inclusive school culture, both within
the classroom as well as the wider school community. Following the
Waldorf education principles, the teacher will design daily and weekly
activities, establish a healthy rhythm, and implement a yearly
curriculum reflecting the seasons and festivals. Each year the
Hartsbrook School welcomes over 60 early childhood families who hold a
variety of identities and backgrounds to our four mixed-age Farm and
Forest early childhood programs. The Hartsbrook School offers children
an immersive experience in the natural world. Here the turning of the
seasons, the nurturing of the child\'s senses, purposeful work,
inclusion, music, and plenty of opportunity for creative play and
movement form the foundation of our developmental curriculum. The fields
and forests of Hartsbrook\'s 54 acres offer incredible opportunities for
exploration and wonder. Our days are woven through with song, story,
artistic activity, and seasonal festivals. Qualifications for the
position include a Bachelor\'s degree, Waldorf early childhood training
(with preference given to candidates with a WECAN-recognized Birth to
Seven Waldorf Teacher Training certificate), and previous teaching
experience in a WECAN-recognized Early Childhood Program. Key
competencies sought in candidates are: Experience working in diverse
classroom settings Experience or interest in Waldorf education Ability
to work collaboratively with colleagues Experience in equity and
inclusion work that supports a diverse community Interest in making a
positive impact on the lives of children