High School Pedagogical Coordinator

Rudolf Steiner School of Ann Arbor is seeking a High School Pedagogical Coordinator for the 2023-2024 School Year. Our school is looking for someone who values authentic relationships, collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion work. This position is a full-time position serving students and faculty in our High School. We are seeking someone who is passionate about Waldorf Education and working with adolescents.

A Waldorf High School education is shaped to provide all students with a deep exploration of the natural and human worlds. Students explore the sciences, history, literature, mathematics and the humanities through academic classes and also participate daily in art classes, music lessons and movement. Students are encouraged to participate in the wide range of sports, clubs, and activities offered by the school. The education was also founded on the principle that faculty should play an active role in governance and decision making, as they are the ones who are serving the community. To find out more about this unique approach, visit the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America.

We support our students and teachers through a strong curriculum, schedules, festivals, and school-wide collaboration. We offer both Spanish and German from first to twelfth grade, a growing movement program, strong fine and practical arts, choral and instrumental music. We celebrate a wide mix of traditional festivals from around the world. The faculty meets weekly to study various topics. We have a strong and active faculty, and over the past year we have worked with Alma Partners to develop our work in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Pedagogical Coordinator teaches classes within their discipline and may also work with supporting clubs and trips as a full-time faculty member would. Their administrative duties include supporting teachers in implementing the pedagogical aims of the school. This may include counseling on approaches to teaching, handling student issues, and questions around what to bring into the curriculum. The Pedagogical Coordinator works to support students, ensuring that students are meeting expectations and moving productively towards graduation. They also actively support the festivals and events, school trips, and extra curriculars to ensure that the pedagogical aim of these activities is being met. As a member of the High School Carrying Group they work with the rest of the Carrying Groups to make sure all daily needs of the school are being held.

The High School Campus is on eight wooded and grassy acres, with an average of 18-28 students per grade. The campus is set in a suburban neighborhood, close to the river a few miles from downtown Ann Arbor, the University of Michigan and hospital housing. Our Lower School campus is a short drive away and houses our Pre-Kindergarten through 8th Grades and currently enrolls nearly 220 students. More about our school can be found at https://www.steinerschool.org.

Outside of our campus, the extended Ann Arbor area offers the richness and diversity of a university town with a small-town feel. It has many events, festivals, art, music, dance and social activities throughout the year. Ann Arbor is rich in natural landscapes, providing many scenic parks along the river and nearby lakes. We are a forty-minute drive from the culture of Detroit, which offers the richness of an urban center, museums, and cultural connections. Michigan’s watersheds and the Great Lakes offer wonderful places to visit and vacation. To see more about Ann Arbor, visit Michigan's Guide to Ann Arbor.

Compensation
We offer an equitable salary structure, with a range from $41,000 to $60,000. Our benefits package includes health insurance, base and matching 503b contributions, life/disability insurance and tuition remission. For candidates moving to Ann Arbor, we offer some relocation support.

Job Requirements
The ideal candidate is an experienced administrator with a deep understanding of Waldorf Education. They should hold a bachelor’s degree (or higher), have teaching experience and want to be a part of a Waldorf school. This role is a half-teaching and half-administrative role. Experience with teaching high school students, designing curriculum, counseling/mentoring students and faculty, and familiarity with the Waldorf High School Curriculum and pedagogical methodologies are necessary. We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive community and encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, three references and a short biographical sketch or cover letter. Applications will be accepted until May 19, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Kozisek, Administrative Assistant at ekozisek@steinerschool.org.mailto:ekozisek@steinerschool.org