We look forward to hearing from you!
To apply for any position, please send a resume and letter of interest to the school’s hiring committee, care of Katherine Holden, administrator, at katherine.holden@siskiyouschool.org.
Open Positions
First Grade Assistant - Current School Year
The Siskiyou School 1st Grade Class is seeking an Assistant to support our 1st Grade Teacher and students in a beautiful setting through the remainder of the 2024-25 school year. This position is part-time morning position (approximately 4 hours per day). Pay scale range is $16.50 - $18.20+/hour depending on previous experience.
For our 2025-26 School Year
Pedagogical Director
The Siskiyou School is seeking a Pedagogical Director to hold and support our educational programs, curriculum, and quality of instruction, requiring a core skill set with the ability to:
Provide mentorship and foster faculty/teacher development.
Conduct classroom observations and deliver feedback, through consistent instructional coaching and system/materials development.
Manage curriculum resources, including cabinets, handoff binders, and projects, and ensure proper archiving.
Support curriculum mapping for blocks, daily and weekly schedules, seasonal themes, and trips.
Lead enrichment activities and facilitate professional development.
Ensure Waldorf aesthetics in physical spaces and materials.
Support teachers across all grade levels and content areas.
Serve as a spokesperson.
Additional responsibilities in collaboration with the Administrator and the Assistant Administrator include:
Provide guest teaching and model teaching, to support faculty development.
Serve on relevant committees and facilitate agenda development.
Support with parent-teacher conferences, parent education, class meetings, and parent materials.
Review grades, feedback and report cards.
Support Middle School special programming.
Conduct program reviews as needed.
Support with Reading Group resources and development.
Support with behavior intervention process, support, and consultation.
Participate in new teacher recruitment and onboarding.
Ideal/Preferred Qualifications
Waldorf trained and experience as a class teacher in lower and upper grades.
Management experience, including delegation and team empowerment.
Growth mindset to help support the mission and strategic vision of the school.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficient with common software, including Microsoft and Google products.
Proven organizational skills.
Previous experience with leadership and effective team collaboration.
Salary/Benefits
Work hours are around 40 hours/week. Duties include a once-a-week faculty meeting, participation on the leadership committee, and attendance at festivals and fundraising events.
Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid sick-time and time off, as well as tuition remission at the Siskiyou School for teachers with school-aged children.
Salary range from $50K to $65K, depending on experience, qualifications, and Waldorf training, with opportunities for additional stipends and school-supported professional development.
First Grade Class Teacher
The Siskiyou School is seeking a 1st Grade Class Teacher to set the foundation for lifelong learning by forming the class, holding the children with care, establishing a nurturing rhythm, and fostering a harmonious environment that supports our class development and well-being.
Work hours are around 40 hours/week and include a once-a-week faculty meeting, three parent evenings a year, festivals and fundraising events, parent communications, and an early release Friday.
Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid sick-time and time off, as well as tuition remission at the Siskiyou School for teachers with school-aged children.
Salary range from $40K to $58K, depending on experience, qualifications, and Waldorf training, with opportunities for additional stipends and school-supported professional development.
Ideal/Preferred Qualifications
A Waldorf Teacher certificate
Bachelor of Arts degree
At least two years of previous teaching experience
Main Lesson Class Teacher
The Siskiyou School is seeking a Main Lesson Class Teacher to hold the children with care, establish a nurturing rhythm, and foster a harmonious environment that supports our class development and well-being.
Work hours are around 40 hours/week and include a once-a-week faculty meeting, three parent evenings a year, festivals and fundraising events, parent communications, and an early release Friday.
Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid sick-time and time off, as well as tuition remission at the Siskiyou School for teachers with school-aged children.
Salary range from $40K to $58K, depending on experience, qualifications, and Waldorf training, with opportunities for additional stipends and school-supported professional development.
Ideal/Preferred Qualifications
A Waldorf Teacher certificate
Bachelor of Arts degree
At least two years of previous teaching experience
Overview of our School
Now in its 18th year, the Siskiyou School, a vibrant private K-8 Waldorf school in Ashland, Oregon, is looking for an incredible new member to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic school environment and is committed to supporting our school's mission and values. With a staff of 25 full and part-time teachers, we are located on a beautiful, well-developed two-acre campus in a residential neighborhood.
Ashland, Oregon, a charming city nestled in the delightful Rogue Valley, known for its lively arts scene, stunning natural beauty, high-quality food and restaurants, and welcoming community. Living in Ashland offers numerous benefits, including cultural and artistic opportunities, strong community spirit, health and wellness, and small town ease with ample urban amenities including the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Southern Oregon University, and Medford International Airport just 25-minutes away.
The Siskiyou School is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, even if you do not meet all the listed qualifications.