Job Description

Spring River School warmly invites applications for a  Class Teacher to join our  four-day, all-outdoor, Waldorf-inspired academic program serving grades 1–8, beginning in the school year 2026-27.

This position is ideal for an educator who feels called to work deeply with children, curriculum, and nature—someone who values rhythm, relationship, and reflective practice and thrives in a collegial, mission-driven community.

About Spring River School

Spring River School is an initiative of the  Jacksonville Educational Community , a parent- and educator-founded nonprofit. We are Florida’s first Waldorf-inspired, fully outdoor K–8 academic program, supporting homeschooling families through rich, developmentally grounded instruction and strong community life.

Our broader community includes:

• Parent-child programs (birth–5)
• A 2-day homeschool enrichment program
• A forest immersion program
• A homeschool high school program

Our work is rooted in reverence for childhood, a relationship with nature, and a commitment to educating the whole human being.

The Role (View Full Job Description on Website)

Class Teachers at Spring River make a meaningful professional and relational commitment to their students, families, and colleagues. Teachers are responsible for bringing a  living Waldorf curriculum to life through main lesson work, artistic practice, movement, storytelling, and experiential learning—entirely outdoors.

Teachers work within a  collaborative pedagogical leadership model , supported by mentoring, professional development, and shared responsibility.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: Instructional days
• Friday: Planning, faculty meetings, professional development, and administrative work (remote or on-site as scheduled)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate, Waldorf-inspired curriculum blocks
• Lead daily rhythm, including circle, main lesson, artistic work, and practice periods
• Create and maintain a warm, orderly, and emotionally safe learning environment
• Observe, assess, and document student development using qualitative, observational methods
• Collaborate closely with Student Support colleagues to meet individual student needs
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents through newsletters, conferences, and meetings
• Participate in faculty meetings, festivals, open houses, and community events
• Prepare narrative reports and contribute to the school’s collegial life

Qualifications

• A deep love for children and respect for parents
• Minimum of  two years of classroom teaching experience (Waldorf experience strongly preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Art, Psychology, or a related field
• Waldorf teacher certification , or a sincere commitment to ongoing Waldorf training and certification
• Openness to mentoring, feedback, and collaborative leadership
• Willingness to engage professionally with the educational work of Rudolf Steiner
• Comfort teaching outdoors in varied weather conditions

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $40,000–$50,000 annually
• (Upper range reserved for highly experienced, Waldorf-trained teachers)
• Annual cost-of-living increases
• 40% tuition remission for eligible dependent children ( Spring River is a Direct Pay Provider for Florida Step Up for Students, which can make up to 100% of tuition)
• Health stipend ($1,800 annually)
• Paid time off aligned with the academic calendar, including summer time off
• Paid professional development
• Possible relocation stipend, based on need and capacity

Collegial Life

Teachers are invited into a culture of collegiality, reflection, and shared governance. Eligibility for  Collegial Circle membership begins after one year of employment.

Equal Opportunity

Spring River School is an equal opportunity employer and warmly welcomes applicants of all identities and backgrounds.

How to Apply

Please submit the below to employment@springriverschool.org , Attn: Deborah Dornemann

• A cover letter describing your interest in outdoor, Waldorf-inspired education
• A résumé
• Any relevant training or certification information

We look forward to meeting educators who feel called to this work and to this place.

To learn more about our organization, visit our website or Instagram page.

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