Priority Listing Lead Kindergarten Teacher

Whatcom Hills Waldorf School in Bellingham, WA is seeking a full time, Waldorf trained Kindergarten Teacher for the fall of 2026. This is currently a one year interim position, with the possibility of it becoming permanent.

Whatcom Hills is a fully accredited member of AWSNA and WECAN, serving around 210 students from nursery through eighth grade. Our five early childhood classes students enjoy playing on our wooded campus near Lake Whatcom.

We are looking for a teacher with warmth of heart and desire to work with young children and their families. Our ideal candidate is a trained and experienced Waldorf teacher who would enjoy being part of our dedicated faculty, working collaboratively and with a deep commitment to Waldorf education.

Whatcom Hills Waldorf School is a non-profit organization that welcomes applicants of any religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender, national or ethnic origin, or any other category protected by federal, state and local law.

Waldorf Teacher Certification or equivalent experience, Bachelor’s Degree.

Our salary includes increments for Waldorf training and years of experience. Benefits include medical insurance and full tuition remission. Our teachers are supported by a strong mentoring program and professional development opportunities.

Bellingham Bay is situated in the Pacific Northwest on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coastal Salish people. The Canadian border lies just 20 miles away. From Bellingham, we enjoy majestic views of numerous lakes and rivers as well as the San Juan Islands and Cascade Mountains. Adventure lovers have easy access to skiing, paddling, mountain biking, hiking and backpacking, and those who prefer to stay closer to town can enjoy miles of interurban pathways, neighborhood parks, cafes, restaurants, theaters, farmers’ markets and festivals.

We invite you to visit our website ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) to find out more about our school and our community.

Please send a letter of introduction, resume, brief biography and contact information for three references to Emma Zook, hiring.