Job Summary The WISE Charter School (WISE) is a growing, publicly funded, tuition-free Waldorf school located in Edmonton. Serving students from Kindergarten to Grade 9 across the greater Edmonton area, WISE offers the Alberta curriculum through Waldorf pedagogy, integrating academics, arts, movement and hands-on learning to nurture the whole child - head, heart and hands, in a screen-free learning environment.

Our Waldorf Kindergarten provides a warm, nurturing, home-like setting where children learn and grow through imaginative play, meaningful work, artistic experiences, and time spent in nature. Guided by the rhythms of the day and the changing seasons, children experience a balance of creative free play, storytelling, songs, movement, practical activities, and outdoor exploration.

At the heart of Waldorf Kindergarten is an emphasis on relationships, imagination, and the healthy development of the whole child. Through a gentle and predictable daily rhythm, teachers cultivate a sense of belonging, security, reverence, gratitude, and wonder, allowing children the time and space to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively.

We welcome teachers who are passionate about Waldorf education and/or enthusiastic about learning and implementing its principles. In-house mentoring is provided to support Waldorf-aligned teachers who are current to the pedagogy.

Responsibilities of the role

- Plan and deliver a developmentally appropriate Waldorf Kindergarten program, including lesson and annual class planning and ongoing pedagogical review.
- Create and maintain a beautiful classroom environment reflecting the Waldorf aesthetic of straightforward beauty,



tidiness and calm that supports children's learning and development.
- Celebrate and facilitate class celebrations, field trips and curriculum-related activities, and participate in school festival events.
- Observe, assess and document students’ academic, social and emotional progress, including mid-year Grade One readiness assessments and end-of-year reports.
- Maintain regular communication with parents, respond promptly and professionally to concerns, and offer parent-teacher conferences as requested.
- Plan and provide Waldorf parent education opportunities over the course of the year.
- Collaborate with colleagues and Administration to support individual student needs.
- Contribute to ECE colleagueship and division planning as appropriate.
- Provide required documentation to support Alberta Education mandated assessments and Program of Studies delivery.
- Fulfill student supervision duties.
- Participate in ongoing Waldorf professional development as determined with Administration and adhere to the WISE Charter School employee calendar and school policies.

Qualifications required:

- Bachelor of Education degree.
- Alberta Teaching Certificate.
- Knowledge, certification or experience in Waldorf education is preferred.
- Experience teaching groups of children aged six and under is an asset.





Skills and attributes required:

- A warm, nurturing approach to teaching and working with children.
- Committed to ongoing personal and professional growth.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities confidently.
- Proactive and responsive classroom management skills and the ability to teach in both large and small groups.
- Creativity and independence in lesson planning.
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
- Artistic and/or musical interests are an asset.
- Enjoys being outdoors in nature.

Additional requirements Professional references will be requested from candidates advancing in the selection process.

Position details:

- Temporary maternity leave coverage beginning in early January and continuing through June 30, 2027, with the possibility of renewal.
- 0.625 FTE, full-day Kindergarten, Wednesday to Friday.

Thank you for your interest in joining the WISE community. We look forward to receiving your application! Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Pay: $43,031.00-$72,228.00 per year

Benefits

- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have teaching Kindergarten or children aged 6 and under?
- What is your level of Waldorf education experience and/or knowledge?

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Alberta Teaching Certificate (required)
- Police Information Check w/ Vulnerable Sector check (required)
- CPR/AED Level C certification (required)

Work Location: In person

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