Employment Opportunities

Established in 1989, Camellia Waldorf School has been educating students from preschool to 8th grade for over 30 years. Our experienced faculty and staff are dedicated to providing the finest Waldorf education for our students. Our beautiful 3-acre campus sits alongside the Sacramento River in the quiet Pocket/Greenhaven neighborhood of Sacramento. At Camellia, children learn and play in a beautiful environment that includes mature trees, a community garden, and plenty of space for outdoor activities.

Camellia faculty and staff receive ongoing training and support to enhance their skills and to meet the ever-changing needs of our students. Known as the most diverse Waldorf school in North America, Camellia is committed to providing an educational experience that is inclusive of all the diverse members of our community. Camellia Waldorf enjoys a vibrant community life year-round with events, festivals, and community education. We invite you to learn more about Camellia and what our school has to offer. To learn more, please email jobs@camelliawaldorf.org

First Grade Class Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year

Camellia Waldorf School seeks applicants to teach our rising First Grade Class for the 2025-2026 school year.

We are located on the ancestral lands of the Maidu people in the serene Pocket Area of Sacramento, CA. Camellia Waldorf School, founded in 1989, is an AWSNA-accredited school with 200 students from diverse backgrounds. Our 3-acre campus is nestled on the bank of the Sacramento River beneath towering pines. Camellia’s strong and devoted community boasts dedicated parents and friends, with a Board of Trustees made up of current parents, faculty members, and enthusiastic parents of long-graduated alums.

Camellia is committed to bringing the fullest curriculum to one of the most diverse Waldorf School student bodies in North America. We offer classes from preschool through eighth grade, and our program includes Spanish, Strings, Eurythmy, Choir, Handwork, Woodworking, Movement, Gardening, Circus Arts, and Sports teams.

Teaching first grade requires humor, warmth, and a strong sense of form and boundaries. Our ideal candidate will have completed Waldorf teacher training, have successful teaching experience, possess a strong relationship with anthroposophy, and demonstrate a commitment to self-development beyond the classroom.

Camellia seeks to maintain the health of the teachers and support the continued study of anthroposophy. We are looking for teachers committed to working collaboratively with colleagues and our parent community.

Benefits include full tuition remission for faculty children, health care including vision and dental, Simple IRA retirement plan, competitive salary with CA Waldorf Schools, and financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

Please send a cover letter, resume, personal biographical statement, and professional references to jobs@camelliawaldorf.org.

Middle School Movement Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year

The Middle School Movement Teacher is responsible for delivering a comprehensive movement and physical education program that adheres to Waldorf educational principles. This role includes teaching movement classes to grades 6 to 8, fostering physical development, coordination, teamwork, and a love for physical activity. The teacher will create a dynamic and engaging curriculum that integrates games, exercises, and sports, promoting the physical, social, and emotional growth of students.

Responsibilities

Program Management: Develop and implement a diverse range of lesson plans that align with Waldorf principles

Reports: Prepare progress reports for mid-year and end-of-year reports

Middle School Event Participation: Attend training and events including 6th grade Medieval Games and 8th grade Track Meet.

Education and Experience Requirements: Qualified candidates possess an understanding of Waldorf education and curriculum or a willingness to learn. Candidates should be creative and willing to teach outdoors in all weather conditions.

A strong proficiency in physical education and athletic activities preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Passion for Waldorf education and a commitment to holistic child development.

This is a part time position paid by the hour $40-$50/hr. based on certification, degrees and experience.

Please send letter of interest and resume to: jobs@camelliawaldorf.org