Grades Class Teacher
Opening Statement
For the fall of 2025, Whatcom Hills Waldorf School in Bellingham, WA is seeking a full-time, Waldorf-trained, Grades Class Teacher.
About
Whatcom Hills is a fully accredited member of AWSNA and WECAN, serving around 220 students from nursery through eighth grade. Our students enjoy playing on our wooded campus near Lake Whatcom, and benefit from the wide range of specialty programs we offer, including Handwork, Woodwork, Eurythmy, Spanish, Gardening, CyberCivics, Movement, Strings and Orchestra.
Whatcom Hills Waldorf School is a non-profit organization that welcomes applicants of any religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender, national or ethnic origin, or any other category protected by federal, state and local law.
Location: Bellingham Bay is situated in the Pacific Northwest on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coastal Salish people. The Canadian border lies just 20 miles away. From Bellingham, we enjoy majestic views of numerous lakes and rivers as well as the San Juan Islands and Cascade Mountains. Adventure lovers have easy access to skiing, paddling, mountain biking, hiking and backpacking, and those who prefer to stay closer to town can enjoy miles of interurban pathways, neighborhood parks, cafes, restaurants, theaters, farmers’ markets and festivals. We invite you to visit our website (www.whws.org) to find out more about our school and our community.
Essential Job Duties
Our ideal candidate is a trained and experienced Waldorf teacher who would enjoy being part of our dedicated faculty, working collaboratively and with a deep commitment to Waldorf education.
Qualifications
Waldorf Teacher Certification or equivalent experience, Bachelor’s Degree.
Employment Details
Our salary includes increments for Waldorf training and years of experience. Benefits include medical insurance and full tuition remission. Our teachers are supported by a strong mentoring program and professional development opportunities.
To Apply
Please send a letter of introduction, resume, brief biography and contact information for three professional references to our Teacher Search and Hiring Committee, hiring@whws.org.