Upper School Practical Arts Teacher
Gathering Waters School is a new K-12 charter school guided by the core principles of public Waldorf education. We opened our doors in September 2021 for grades K-9, and in our upcoming fourth year we will serve Kindergarten through 12th Grade. The mission of Gathering Waters Chartered Public School is to offer students an education that enables them to discover their interests and capabilities; explore the surrounding world; and cultivate a lifelong love of learning, a sense of community responsibility and understanding of environmental sustainability.
Gathering Waters School seeks Upper School Practical Arts Teacher candidates with proven leadership and teaching experience and a pioneering spirit who are excited to collaboratively build our school. Ideal candidates possess experience in Waldorf education, a multi-disciplinary background, and are committed to serving a diverse population of learners.
Our Upper School Practical Arts teacher will teach middle and high school (grades 6-12) arts classes following the Gathering Waters scope and sequence, and including handwork, weaving, woodwork, and sculpture, including metal and stonework. Teaching experience in the “soft-craft” skills of handwork and weaving is preferred. Ideal candidates will also be interested in serving as a High School Class Sponsor and Individual High School Student Advisor.
Qualifications:
● Minimum of three years of teaching experience preferred
● Waldorf teacher training and/or Waldorf teaching experience preferred
● Bachelor's degree in education or related field
● NH teaching credential encouraged
Compensation:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and professional development funding.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to:
Luke Goodwin
School Principal
Gathering Waters Chartered Public School luke.goodwin@gatheringwaterscharter.org
Gathering Waters Chartered Public School is an initiative member of the Alliance of Waldorf Public Education and is committed to the path to becoming a full member of the Alliance.
Our region is uniquely situated to support a Waldorf-inspired charter with a wealth of knowledge and resources that are already established here, including two Waldorf teacher training programs, Antioch University-New England and The Center for Anthroposophy. Families move to the Keene area from all over the country because of the presence of organizations inspired by the philosophy that stands behind Waldorf education, including Monadnock Waldorf School, High Mowing School, Sophia’s Hearth Family Center in Keene, Camp Glenbrook in Marlborough, Kroka Expeditions in Marlow, and Badger Corporation in Gilsum. Southwestern New Hampshire is home to a well-established community that is ready and eager to support a Waldorf-inspired chartered public school and with whom we welcome the opportunity to partner.
