About Cedarwood Waldorf School
Cedarwood is located in SW Portland, an area known for its natural beauty, abundance of outdoor recreational activities and thriving foodie culture. Portland has a robust Waldorf community, with six schools, a Waldorf high school, many home pre-schools, anthroposophical doctors, therapeutic eurythmists and the Portland Branch of the Anthroposophical Society.
Cedarwood is accredited by both AWSNA and NWAIS, and currently serves more than 260 students from early childhood through the eighth grade. Our students benefit from rich, diverse programming that includes Spanish, Japanese, eurythmy, music, practical arts, movement, Cyber Civics, and a middle-school math program. Additionally, we have an educational support team that provides assessment and individual and/or small group academic support for students. We have a strong, collaborative faculty that works hard to support one another and consciously represent Waldorf education to our school community and beyond.
Our three pillars—faculty, board and administration, and parent community— have created a mature school organization and vibrant community. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes tuition remission, healthcare, and flex days.
About Portland
Portland, Oregon’s largest city, is located at the confluence of the Columbia and Willamette rivers, in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Hood. It’s known for its parks, bridges and bicycle paths, as well as for its eco-friendliness and its microbreweries and coffeehouses. Iconic Washington Park encompasses sites from the formal Japanese Garden to the Oregon Zoo and its railway. The city hosts thriving art, theater and music scenes. Cedarwood takes full advantage of Portland's proximity to Mount Hood, the Oregon Coast and the high mountain desert of Central Oregon through its experiential learning programs in each grade.
Portland is also home to a rich anthroposophical community that includes several Waldorf schools, anthroposophical doctors and a branch of the Anthroposophical Society. The city of Portland offers wonderful cultural opportunities, while nearby Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge capture the splendor of the natural world.
Second Grade Class Teacher 2026-27
Reports to: Director of Grades Program
Location: Cedarwood Waldorf School, 3030 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Employment Category: Full Time, Year Round, Exempt
General Description: The Second Grade Class Teacher prepares for and delivers a holistic, developmentally designed curriculum rooted in Waldorf pedagogy. The Second Grade Class Teacher carries primary responsibility for the academic, social, and emotional well-being of the students and serves as the central figure in cultivating a healthy and cohesive classroom community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Class Leadership and Instruction
- Teach the daily Main Lesson blocks and integrate Waldorf curriculum across academic disciplines.
- Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally designed lessons aligned with Waldorf standards and Cedarwood’s scope and sequence.
- Incorporate artistic, movement-based, and experiential methods into daily learning.
- Classroom Management and Student Support
- Foster a warm, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that supports student growth and well-being.
- Observe and respond to the individual needs of students, offering differentiated instruction and support as needed.
- Collaborate with subject teachers to ensure consistency and integration of curriculum.
- Parent Communication and Community Building
- Maintain regular and professional communication with parents, including class meetings, progress reports, and conferences.
- Cultivate meaningful relationships with families to support the child’s development and the school community.
- Collegial Collaboration and Professional Growth
- Participate in weekly faculty meetings, mentoring, peer observation, in-service training, and professional development.
- Engage in school festivals, events, and community-building activities as a representative of the class and faculty.
- Contribute to a collegial and mission-aligned faculty culture through teamwork and shared responsibility.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Waldorf teacher certification required
- Classroom teaching experience, ideally in Waldorf or other developmentally-designed pedagogy.
- Strong classroom management skills and a deep understanding of child development.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom and school community.
- Enthusiasm for collaborative work and a growth mindset in professional practice.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary: 50k-79k
- Benefits include health insurance, tuition remission for eligible dependent children, paid time off, and professional development support.
Send resume and letter of interest to Human Resources Manager, Meghan Keener, at employment@cedarwoodschool.org.
Sixth Grade Class Teacher 2026-27
Reports to: Director of Grades Program
Location: Cedarwood Waldorf School, 3030 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Employment Category: Full Time, Year Round, Exempt
General Description: The Sixth Grade Class Teacher prepares for and delivers a holistic, developmentally designed curriculum rooted in Waldorf pedagogy. The Sixth Grade Class Teacher carries primary responsibility for the academic, social, and emotional well-being of the students and serves as the central figure in cultivating a healthy and cohesive classroom community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Class Leadership and Instruction
- Teach the daily Main Lesson blocks and integrate Waldorf curriculum across academic disciplines.
- Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally designed lessons aligned with Waldorf standards and Cedarwood’s scope and sequence.
- Incorporate artistic, movement-based, and experiential methods into daily learning.
- Classroom Management and Student Support
- Foster a warm, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that supports student growth and well-being.
- Observe and respond to the individual needs of students, offering differentiated instruction and support as needed.
- Collaborate with subject teachers to ensure consistency and integration of curriculum.
- Parent Communication and Community Building
- Maintain regular and professional communication with parents, including class meetings, progress reports, and conferences.
- Cultivate meaningful relationships with families to support the child’s development and the school community.
- Collegial Collaboration and Professional Growth
- Participate in weekly faculty meetings, mentoring, peer observation, in-service training, and professional development.
- Engage in school festivals, events, and community-building activities as a representative of the class and faculty.
- Contribute to a collegial and mission-aligned faculty culture through teamwork and shared responsibility.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Waldorf teacher certification required
- Classroom teaching experience, ideally in Waldorf or other developmentally-designed pedagogy.
- Strong classroom management skills and a deep understanding of child development.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom and school community.
- Enthusiasm for collaborative work and a growth mindset in professional practice.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary: 50k-79k
- Benefits include health insurance, tuition remission for eligible dependent children, paid time off, and professional development support.
Send resume and letter of interest to Human Resources Manager, Meghan Keener, at employment@cedarwoodschool.org.
Early Childhood Subsitutue Teacher
Reports to: Early Childhood Director
Location: Cedarwood Waldorf School, 3030 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Employment Category: Substitute, Hourly
Job Description:
All substitutes must be in the CBR and have completed the ORO requirements. Please reach out for more information on how to do this!
The Substitute Early Childhood Assistant Teacher provides on-call support to Early Childhood classrooms when regular staff are absent. Working under the direction of the lead teacher and Early Childhood Director, the substitute assists with daily classroom routines, care of children, supervision, and classroom maintenance. Hours may vary based on the shift being covered—morning (7:45 AM–3:45 PM) or late morning/afternoon (10:30 AM–4:00 PM)—and work occurs only when school is in session.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the lead teacher in all classroom activities as directed
- Clean up after morning snack when applicable *Set up rest time materials and environment
- Monitor and supervise children during play time, rest time, and extended day
- Provide break coverage for assistant teachers as needed *Clean and straighten the classroom at the end of the school day (when covering afternoon shifts)
- Restock food items and assist with general classroom upkeep *Make appropriate and safe use of classroom space, equipment, and material storage
- Support organized dismissal of students to caregivers (when covering afternoon shifts)
- Accurately document time worked each day
- Record and report student incidents to the lead teacher or designated staff
- Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, personnel, and school operations
- Perform other duties as assigned for classroom continuity and safety
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Interest in Waldorf early childhood education (preferred)
- Ability to work cooperatively and adapt to different classrooms, routines, and lead teacher styles
- Pass Central Background Registry (CBR) background check and complete Foundations for Learning (three free courses)
- CPR/First Aid Adult and Pediatrics certification
- Oregon Food Handlers certification
Wage: $27
Send questions, resume and letter of interest to Human Resources Manager, Meghan Keener, at employment@cedarwoodschool.org.