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Rudolf Steiner School (“Steiner”), an independent nursery to 12 school and the first Waldorf School in North America, is located on Manhattan's Upper East Side. The school is committed to building a healthy, inclusive community that reflects the diversity of NYC. We value an interest in diversity and multi-cultural competence. Steiner is accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS).

Rudolf Steiner School seeks a versatile colleague to teach in grades 6-12. An ideal candidate would teach Information Science courses (including research methods and computer programming) and mathematics at a variety of levels and would help care for the school library. 

Strong candidates will possess a degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related science, and will have upper school teaching experience, ideally in a Waldorf school. Our department includes experienced mentor-teachers and in-house professional development opportunities; this position could be the right fit for an enthusiastic early-career teacher. As members of the Upper School faculty, teachers have the opportunity to work collaboratively with one another on a daily basis and in regular departmental, area, and all-school meetings.   

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Clear communication with students, colleagues, and parents

- Teach curriculum focused on developmentally appropriate education

- Create and plan lessons and activities encouraging enthusiastic learning, intellectual growth, self-esteem, and social responsibility

- Create assignments and assess student progress

- Collaborate with teachers and parents

- Lead discussions, demonstrations, and other in-class activities

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess the following skills, abilities and qualifications:

- Committed to each student individually throughout their years of school

- Adept in developing creative, lively, interactive lesson plans

- Growing and constantly evaluating teaching methods

- Comfortable pushing beyond their comfort zones in education

- Able to think outside the box

- Inspiring to their students

- Empathetic and caring

- Patient and kind

- Enthusiastic about learning

- Passionate and idealistic

- Qualified to teach at Waldorf schools with the proper certificates and degrees

Rudolf Steiner School is an equal opportunity employer. The School is committed to working earnestly to sustain a welcoming community that reflects the diverse range of cultures and nationalities in New York City. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, unemployment status, or any other category protected by law. The School takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to:    

Marisha Plotnik 
Upper School Coordinator 
Rudolf Steiner School    
15 East 78th Street New York, NY 10075    
mplotnik@steiner.edu; 212.879.1101 x 334