Early Childhood Level Chair

3 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Chicago Waldorf School Full time

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.

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

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.

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