Mountain Sage Community School, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks full-time elementary teachers for the 2021-2022 school year. The ideal candidate will desire to continue with the class into future years, as elementary teachers “loop” from grade one to five, with their students, at Mountain Sage. The Elementary Grades Teacher will lead children from grade to grade through the years, in 1st-5th grade, in our public Waldorf-inspired program. 

All teachers play an instrumental role in bringing the vision of our school to life. The ideal candidate will have Waldorf training, or a deep understanding of arts-integrated education, and will be a consummate teaching professional with a passion for co-creation. We look to our teachers to lead in parent education toward building strong support of the educational program. Duties and responsibilities will include those expected of teachers within traditional Waldorf schools and public schools. Weaving Colorado Academic Standards and Waldorf curriculum together is essential to the work of the class teacher at Mountain Sage. Upholding positive and nurturing classroom culture, collaborating with colleagues, and dedication to continual professional development are also essential aspects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and Elementary PLACE or PRAXIS certification
• 2+ years classroom teaching experience
• Ability to stand or sit for an hour or more, as well as work outside in various weather conditions to support student drop off and pick up traffic duties, recess, and other needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Waldorf teacher certification and/or experience

Compensation

Minimum base salary of $36,000 with potential increase dependent upon education and experience. We offer state retirement benefits (PERA), health benefits, and yearly professional development opportunities.