Job Description

The Curriculum Director serves as the head of the faculty pillar. They hold and foster the wellbeing of the teachers around teaching. They help teachers stay inspired and invigorated around holding the children, and the Waldorf core curriculum as well as the academics at the Siskiyou School. They will guide and assist all the teachers in regards to the program of studies, planning of the blocks, supporting teachers with parent meetings and parent evenings, and planning and supporting the parent enrichment program. They will also hold pedagogical discussions in faculty meetings, oversee program reviews and program changes and help teachers feel inspired within the creative process of their teaching. They will help the administrator in understanding what teachers need as well as sharing highlights and possible concerns when they arise for any given teacher.

They lead in holding the “big” educational picture: working with the faculty to study and deepen knowledge and understanding of the curriculum and the children; overseeing faculty professional development, curriculum mentoring and support and evaluations (tbd); and ensuring that the curriculum is developed and delivered and that appropriate educational standards are upheld, so that the needs of the school and its students are met. They are the point person for parents of the school in matters related to curriculum and student support and classroom/student concerns. They guide Parent Education and Enrichment in matters of Waldorf Education. They work collaboratively with the faculty and administration and coordinate closely with administration to lead the school.

This is a full time position which includes a full benefits package. Work hours are around 40 hours/week and include a once-a-week faculty meeting, participation in all festivals and fundraising events; planning and participation in parent enrichment evenings, parent evenings, and various other relevant meetings and commitments throughout the week and the school year.

Qualifications:

• Waldorf trained and experienced class teacher in lower and upper grades
• Management experience, including delegation and team empowerment
• Growth mindset in helping support the mission and strategic vision of the school
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient with common software, including Microsoft and Google products
• Proven organizational skills
• Previous leadership experience
• Salary range: $60,000 depending on experience

Please submit a resume and cover letter to boardpresident@siskiyouschool.org.

About the Siskiyou School

Learn more about us at www.siskiyouschool.org.

Now in its 17th year, the Siskiyou School is a vibrant Kindergarten through 8th grade Waldorf school with a staff of 29 full and part-time teachers. We are on a beautiful, well-developed two-acre campus in a residential neighborhood just a ten-minute bike ride from downtown Ashland. Classes range in size from 18-26.

Thanks to our board’s consistently sound management, we are in a good place financially. In keeping with our founders’ intent to make our school affordable for as many as possible, our school’s tuition remains on the low end, even though we offer a full program and support a full staff. Additionally, we maintain a robust tuition assistance/remission program that allows thirty percent of our students to attend.

Each year the faculty, in conjunction with the board and administration, sets new goals for the school. Four years ago, for example, our focus was on building our last full-sized classroom; that was achieved in the summer of 2019. As a school community we have always been good at finding ways to grow and move forward together to serve the children at the center of our work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Ashland, OR 97520: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person