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Rudolf Steiner School of Ann Arbor Part-Time High School U.S. History Teacher Job Posting Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Part-Time High School U.S. History Teacher to join our high school faculty. The ideal candidate will teach U.S. History through a Waldorf lens, bringing historical periods to life through storytelling, primary sources, artistic expression, and interdisciplinary connections. This position requires an educator who is deeply committed to engaging students in a meaningful exploration of American history, civic life, and cultural understanding. Key Responsibilities: Teach one or more high school U.S. History main lesson blocks and track classes (to be determined based on experience and schedule) Develop curriculum aligned with Waldorf pedagogy and school standards Incorporate storytelling, biography, literature, art, music, and experiential projects into historical studies Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive classroom environment Participate in faculty meetings and collaborate with colleagues to support the whole child Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff About Our School We support our students, teachers, and administration through a strong curriculum, festivals, and school-wide collaboration. We offer both Spanish and German from first to twelfth grade, a growing movement program, strong fine and practical arts, choral and instrumental music. We celebrate a wide mix of traditional festivals from around the world, including Rosh Hashanah, Diwali, Dia de Los Muertos, Lunar New Year, and Eid al- Fitr. We have a strong and active faculty, and over the past year we have worked with Alma Partners to develop our work. With over 275 students, preschool through grade 12, RSSAA allows the full Waldorf pedagogy to unfold. We have a deeply experienced staff of Waldorf-trained faculty, working out of the principles of Waldorf education and anthroposophy, recognizing the spirituality of all individuals. We feel that the best education should help students not only become knowledgeable adults, but also secure, creative, and independent thinkers in later life. Our education strives to foster individuals who have confidence in themselves and are prepared to meet the challenges of our rapidly changing society. We endeavor to help students see connections between disciplines, synthesize and integrate information, and continue to love learning throughout their lives. Founded in 1980, RSSAA started with Grades 1-4 in a small building and has grown into a vibrant community. Our High School Campus (Pontiac Trail) is a short drive away and offers a space for the students to fully appreciate the richness of the curriculum and have their own social space. What once was a family-owned factory was thoughtfully transformed by an architect to be a warm and inspiring high school. For over 25 years, we have developed our advanced academics, life science labs, eurythmy space, grounds and gardens, and a gymnasium. Lower School Campus (Newport Rd): The Lower School Campus (Early Childhood – 8th grade) is on 13 wooded and grassy acres, set in a suburban neighborhood, close to the river. We strive to be in balance with our grounds through working with native species in our outdoor education program, while having plenty of play spaces, a gymnasium, and a soccer field for sports activities and gatherings. Our Middle School classes are in a separate building on the Lower School campus. Waldorf Education As a community, we continue to hold the question of how to best meet the children of today through a pedagogy that upholds the dignity of each human being, and what we must reimagine to do so. Waldorf education was created to offer a multi-sensory and holistic approach to education that strives to acknowledge the gifts and reduce the struggles of every individual. Our pedagogy works to meet the developmental needs of children as it supports children’s academic, social, and emotional health through critical thinking, creativity, arts, and movement. We believe children need less memorization and testing of facts, and instead, more connection and hands-on learning inspired by the truth, beauty, and wisdom of our world. Waldorf education was also founded on the principle that faculty should play an active role in governance and decision-making. To find out more about this unique approach, visit the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America: https://www.waldorfeducation.org/waldorf-education Benefits of Working at RSSAA Becoming a part of a community that: Cares about you as a person, your continued development, and your life outside of school. Values human connection and creates an environment that inspires strong relationships between our students, families, and colleagues as well as in the larger community. Offers a supportive and creative work environment that encourages new ideas and provides opportunities for growth. Always considers how to best meet the children of today through a pedagogy that upholds the dignity of each human being while exploring what we must reimagine in our work in order to be effective. Our campuses are located a few minutes from downtown Ann Arbor, the university, and hospital. The extended Ann Arbor area offers the richness and diversity of a university town with a small-town feel. It has many events, festivals, art, music, dance and social activities throughout the year. Ann Arbor is rich in natural landscapes, providing many scenic parks along the river and nearby lakes. It is an area with many different job opportunities for other family members, if needed. Ann Arbor is home to the Anthroposophical Society in America, Rudolf Steiner Health Center for anthroposophical medicine, as well as a biodynamic farm, the Community Farm of Ann Arbor. We are a 40-minute drive from Detroit, which offers the cultural richness of an urban center, museums, cultural connections, and Detroit Waldorf School. Michigan’s watersheds and the Great Lakes offer wonderful places to visit and vacation. To learn more about Ann Arbor, visit: Michigan's Guide to Ann Arbor |
