Early Childhood Teacher

Join Us at Singing Cedars School in Fairfield Iowa . . . Are you thinking ahead to the 2026-27 school year? Dreaming of a more soulful life and a place where your Waldorf teaching, your ideals, and your love for children all belong? Singing Cedars School is seeking an Early Childhood teacher to begin in the 2026-27 school year. This is an ideal opportunity for someone planning ahead and looking for a lifestyle change rooted in purpose, beauty, and authenticity. We are a small, independent, non-profit school inspired by Waldorf education. Here, you'll find a collaborative faculty, engaged families, a close knit community, supportive leadership, and a child-centered approach. What Makes Us Who We Are A growing Waldorf-inspired early childhood program expanding to include a mixed-age Nursery (18 months–3 years). A nurturing, rhythmic classroom environment serving up to 8 children, supported by a Lead Teacher and assistant. Education rooted in warmth, beauty, reverence for childhood, and a deep relationship with the natural world. Daily outdoor time in all seasons — rain, snow, or shine — cultivating resilience and connection to nature. A campus situated on three semi-wooded acres, within walking distance of forest trails and a reservoir. A collaborative faculty culture with weekly early childhood meetings and regular College of Teachers gatherings. A school community that values festival life, parent evenings, conferences, and meaningful community work days. 35 years of combined Waldorf kindergarten experience among current staff. Located in Fairfield , a unique small town of 10,000 with a vibrant, progressive, and culturally rich atmosphere. Fairfield is home to Maharishi International University , contributing to a strong culture of meditation, sustainability, holistic health, and spiritual growth. A town known for its trail systems, entrepreneurial spirit, local food culture, and cosmopolitan feel within serene rural surroundings. Who You Might Be An experienced early childhood educator who delights in working with children ages 18 months–3 years. Waldorf-trained, Lifeways-trained, or experienced in a Waldorf early childhood setting. Alternatively, an experienced teacher with a sincere interest in learning the Waldorf approach. Someone who values rhythm, beauty, and intentional classroom design. Comfortable collaborating closely with assistants, colleagues, and parents. Willing to participate in festivals, parent education evenings, conferences, and collegial study. Joyful, warm, and grounded — able to model calm presence for young children. Physically able to: Spend extended time outdoors in all weather Walk frequently and remain active Lift 25 pounds routinely and up to 40 pounds in emergencies (to lift a child) Bend, kneel, crouch, sing, and engage fully with young children What We Offer A full school-day program (8:30am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday). A supportive and collegial faculty culture. Regular teacher study, review, and shared festival planning. Competitive pay for the area, with compensation commensurate with experience and training. Paid time off for salaried employees. Partial tuition remission for enrolled children of staff. Potential eligibility for Iowa’s childcare worker recruitment bonus. The opportunity to help shape and grow a new mixed-age Nursery program. The gift of living and working in a spiritually vibrant community influenced by Maharishi’s legacy and the presence of Maharishi International University. To Apply Please send: Cover letter and Resume to View email address on click.appcast.io or mail to Singing Cedars School, 2149 N. B Street, Fairfield, IA 52556 We look forward to hearing from you ... #J-18808-Ljbffr Singing Cedars School