The Sandpoint Waldorf School is seeking an enthusiastic Fifth Grade Teacher to join our faculty for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate should have completed Waldorf teacher training and have experience teaching through the grades with artistry and imagination in teaching, as well as strong, flexible classroom management skills, and a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

•  Teach students the academic, social, and artistic curriculum

• Create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment rooted in Waldorf pedagogy

• Support and participate in seasonal festivals, class plays, and community events

• Participate in weekly faculty, grade-level meetings, and committee work

• Contribute to parent meetings and curricular presentations

• Collaborate with student support services and colleagues

• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents, guardians, and colleagues

Qualifications

• Waldorf teacher training or certification (required or in progress)

• Bachelor’s degree (required)

• Demonstrated success teaching elementary and middle school students

• Commitment to Waldorf principles and philosophy

These part-time position involves supervising children in the afternoons, ensuring they are engaged in age-appropriate activities that align with Waldorf principles. The role includes overseeing quiet time, guiding simple crafts and games, and supervising outdoor play. Providers are expected to meet with the lead teacher and observe the morning lesson at least once to gain a sense of the rhythm of the day and the teacher's expectations, in order to provide as much continuity of care as possible. 

Kindergarten Extended Care Provider 

Monday - Friday 12:30PM to 3:30PM, the kindergarten afternoon provider cares for those students who stay for the afternoon.  Duties include setting up rest time mats, overseeing a quiet rest time, and supervising outdoor play until 3:15PM when children will be picked up.  After the children are picked up by 3:15PM, the extended care provider cleans the classroom.  

Grades Extended Care Provider   On Thursday, when it is early release for grades 2 - 8, this extended care provider supervises children from 1:00PM – 3:15PM focusing primarily on supervised outdoor play.

Qualifications for all positions

• Experience working with children, ideally in a school or childcare setting.

• A warm and patient demeanor with a genuine enthusiasm for supporting children’s growth through creative and outdoor activities.

• Familiarity with Waldorf education principles is a plus but not required.

Sandpoint Waldorf School is seeking flexible and reliable Substitute Teachers for our early childhood program. If you are comfortable working with young children and have a flexible schedule, we encourage you to apply.

In this role, you will always substitute as an assistant, working alongside a lead teacher. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a supportive and collaborative educational environment. If you have a passion for working with young children and supporting their development, please consider becoming a substitute teacher at our school.

We are looking for experienced substitute teachers to support our Grades program. Substitutes in this role are typically responsible for leading the class independently. Prior teaching experience is required, though Waldorf-specific experience is not mandatory. This position is ideal for educators who are confident in managing a classroom and delivering lessons effectively.