[Priority Listing] Teacher Development Coordinator in 4-Day K-8 Outdoor Program, 2026-27

Spring River School, a Waldorf-inspired outdoor learning community in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a Teacher Development Coordinator for the school year 2026-27 to join our pedagogical leadership team. Jacksonville Educational Community is an organization grounded in living anthroposophy , expressed through relationship-centered education, reverence for child development, and a commitment to thoughtful, reflective practice.

About the Role (for Full Job Description , please visit our website)

The Teacher Development Coordinator provides embedded pedagogical leadership, mentoring, and professional development support for faculty within our 4-Day Academic Program (K–8) . Working closely with the JEC Pedagogical Director and Pedagogical Operations Coordinator , this role is part of a collaborative leadership triad supporting instructional quality, collegial culture, and pedagogical coherence.

The first year of the Teacher Development Coordinator role is designed as a Transition Year , focused on immersion, relationship-building, and alignment. During this year, the Coordinator will build trust with faculty and staff, develop a deep understanding of Spring River’s culture and rhythms.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: Embedded in the 4-Day Academic Program
• Fridays: Administrative and leadership workday (may be worked on-site or remotely)
• Summer: Flexible schedule supporting planning, onboarding, and professional development
• Observes regular school holidays and includes paid time off

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach teachers through observation, reflection, and professional dialogue
• Support new teacher onboarding and ongoing faculty development
• Co-lead faculty meetings and collegial processes
• Collaborate with student support leadership to align instructional practice
• Support parent conversations related to pedagogy and child development
• Participate in open houses, festivals, and community events as a pedagogical representative

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a Waldorf or Waldorf-inspired educational setting (K–8 preferred)
• Strong grounding in child development and developmentally appropriate practice
• Experience mentoring or supporting adult educators
• Collaborative leadership style with strong communication skills
• Clear, respectful written and verbal communication skills
• High level of organizational and administrative competence, including proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, program leadership, administrative staff, and board-level partners within a nonprofit organization
• Personal and professional alignment with an organization grounded in living anthroposophy

Waldorf teacher training and prior pedagogical leadership experience are preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $50,000
• Health stipend
• Paid Professional Development
• 40% tuition remission for eligible enrolled children (with coordination with the Florida Step Up for Students Scholarship to cover up to 100%)
• Paid time off and school holidays
• Possible relocation stipend

To Apply

Please submit a resume and letter of interest outlining your teaching background and interest in faculty development to:

[email protected] / Attn: Deborah Dornemann

To Learn More about Spring River, please visit our K-12 Website or our social media pages on Instagram and Facebook