The Denver Waldorf School (DWS) seeks a qualified candidate to join our faculty as a Math Teacher for grades 5-8 beginning with our 2024-2025 school year.
The ideal candidate can teach math based upon Waldorf pedagogical principles, assess students’ mathematical abilities, and provide appropriate tutoring support in conjunction with the current curriculum being presented in the classroom. This person will directly teach grades 5-8 math track classes and work closely with the 5-8 class teachers to harmonize math taught in the Main Lesson as well as in the math track classes. This person may also support class teachers in 1-4 to hone best practices in math teaching, developing a firm foundation in math for students when they enter grade 5 as well as work with the High School math teachers to ensure continuity throughout the program.
Knowledge of Waldorf educational philosophy is preferred.
Education and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or related field required. Equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
- Experience teaching Math
- Enthusiasm for and commitment to teaching a Waldorf curriculum
- Exceptional communications skills, ability to interact with parents
- Desire to work in a collaborative environment
