What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher position at Gathering Waters Charter School?
Job Title: Special Education Teacher
Reports to: School Principal
Position Type: Full-time with part-time option
Position Purpose & Scope
We seek a candidate to round out our special education team. This position operates similar to a resource room setting with ample room for individual teaching style and program development. Ideal candidates possess a strong interest in Waldorf education, experience in developing behavior support plans, and a commitment to serving a diverse population of students.
Primary Roles & Responsibilities
This position also includes case management and working with class teachers to understand how to best serve students. This role provides an inspiring opportunity to weave together best practices in special education with Waldorf-based educational support. We enthusiastically welcome colleagues who are interested in being part of an innovative, inclusive community in which children and adults can collaboratively thrive.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- NH Special Education certification (or transferable state certification) is required
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field
- Case management experience
- Minimum of two years experience with special education
- Interest in the Waldorf pedagogy
Preferred Qualifications
- Three years of teaching experience preferred
- Waldorf teacher training and/or Waldorf teaching experience encouraged
Compensation
- Salary range $48K - $60K, commensurate with experience, or FTE
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Mentoring support
- Paid teacher development opportunities
- Priority enrollment
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to our hiring team.
Gathering Waters Chartered Public School is an initiative member of the Alliance of Waldorf Public Education and is committed to providing a supportive and enriching educational environment for all students.
Our region is uniquely situated to support a Waldorf-inspired charter with a wealth of knowledge and resources that are already established here, including two Waldorf teacher training programs, Antioch University-New England and The Center for Anthroposophy. Families move to the Keene area from all over the country because of the presence of organizations inspired by the philosophy that stands behind Waldorf education, including Sophia’s Hearth Family Center, Spring Hill Children’s Center, Camp Glen Brook, Kroka Expeditions, and Badger Corporation. Southwestern New Hampshire is home to a well-established community that is ready and eager to support a Waldorf-inspired chartered public school and with whom we welcome the opportunity to partner.
Gathering Waters does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000 - $60,000