Chicago Waldorf School is pleased to announce that it is seeking an Early Childhood Level Chair for its growing, urban campus in the Andersonville neighborhood. This is a half-time position, that may be combined with other open positions to achieve full-time. A letter of interest and resume should be submitted to recruitment@chicagowaldorf.org and we encourage you to share this opportunity with those who may be interested.

The Early Childhood Level Chair is an integral part of the school’s collaborative leadership structure, acting as the visionary pedagogical guide in the Early Childhood program. Guided by our school’s core values, and the AWSNA Core Principles, The Early Childhood Level Chair supports all faculty in their day-to-day work and guides the overall goals of our Early Childhood as they relate to the school’s mission and strategic vision. They lead on issues of Faculty support and development, curriculum innovation and program growth.

As part of school Leadership, the Early Childhood Level Chair serves on the Management Team, Leadership Team and works within our collaborative and consultative leadership model to ensure an excellent and properly resourced level. In collaboration with the Grade School Chair and High School Chair this position will work in support of a vibrant and committed faculty.

The Early Childhood Chair will help to represent the school and level on school tours, in school meetings and events, and will support parent conversations with faculty. The Early Childhood Chair will help to connect their level with internal school resources in Learning Support and Counseling.

The ideal candidate possesses:

completed Waldorf Teacher Training and/or Waldorf Administrative Training, its equivalent or a willingness to engage with training

• A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent preferred
• Three years successful Waldorf teaching and leadership experience, ideally in a PreK-12th Grade Waldorf School preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to Waldorf Education and Anthroposophy.
• Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the Chicago Waldorf School.
• Knowledge of and connections with wider Waldorf Education and Anthroposophical organizations preferred.
• An openness and enthusiasm for diverse students and families, urban environments and a desire to develop open relationships with community organizations
• An interest in curriculum innovation to bring Waldorf Education into the 21st century
• Excellent communications skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Zoom and other operating systems to support administrative work

We encourage you to forward this job opening to others who may be interested. All applicants will receive a reply. We will be reviewing applications immediately. The Chicago Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer. To apply please send your resume and letter of interest to: recruitment@chicagowaldorf.org .

Compensation & Amenities

This is a half-time position with tremendous growth potential, and that offers some flexibility with scheduling. It is not eligible for benefits. It can be combined with other personnel and staffing needs at the school.

More about the Chicago Waldorf School

CWS, founded in 1974, is one of the most established Waldorf Schools in the United States, offering a full curriculum in grades 1 through 12, and which from its inception committed to remaining in the City of Chicago’s vibrant urban setting. We seek to explore and enrich the Waldorf curriculum through the arts, equity and inclusion, human relationships and the time in which we live. Our work stems from the core values of Waldorf Education.

We have been in our permanent home for four years, the landmark Lyman Trumbull building, which includes 49 classrooms and offices, a gym and an auditorium. Our 100,000 square feet make us the largest Waldorf school in the United States. We are proud to partner with many businesses and organizations in the surrounding Andersonville neighborhood.

Our faculty come from around the world and all stages of life. For new teachers we have excellent mentoring opportunities, and access to professional development funds. Each year our whole faculty receive training in first aid, sexual harassment, trans-inclusivity and 94% of our faculty and staff have participated in year-long SEED (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity) seminars. The faculty also study the pedagogical insights of Rudolf Steiner in weekly faculty meetings. In additional to core academic subjects we teach music, German, Spanish, Eurythmy, gardening, parkour, and practical and fine arts. Our families are also international and reflect diversity in all its aspects, but are united in their desire for a developmental curriculum that recognizes the whole child and celebrates difference.

We encourage you to forward this job opening to others who may be interested. To apply please send your resume and letter of interest to: recruitment@chicagowaldorf.org. description