Would you like to follow children's development through the first important school years?
Umeå Waldorfskola is seeking an engaged class teacher for grades K–6 who wants to be part of creating a school where knowledge, creativity, and human development go hand in hand.
With us you will encounter a vibrant Waldorf pedagogy where students grow and learn through experiences, experiments, and storytelling. We believe in long-term relationships, context, and teaching that awakens curiosity and creativity.
About the Position
As a class teacher you are responsible for a class and follow students' academic, social, and personal development. You plan, implement, and develop instruction in close collaboration with colleagues, student support services, and guardians.
You become an important part of the school's pedagogical community and contribute to developing our activities during a time when the school is growing and evolving.
We Are Looking for You Who
are a certified teacher for grades K–6 (alternatively grades 4-6)
have experience with or interest in Waldorf pedagogy
have a genuine interest in all children's development and learning
value long-term relationships
are creative, initiative-taking, and responsible
are interested in further education for teaching at both primary and intermediate levels (if you don't already have this expertise)
Waldorf teacher training is a merit but not required. We also welcome you if you are curious about Waldorf pedagogy and want to develop together with us. We recommend that you visit our website www.waldorfumea.se to find information about Waldorf pedagogy.
We Offer
certified and experienced colleagues
engaged and competent colleagues
a beautiful and nature-close school environment
opportunities for pedagogical development and continuing education
a workplace where culture, creativity, and sustainability are an important part of daily life
a school where commitment, relationships, and community are at the center
a non-profit organization with student wellbeing in focus
About Umeå Waldorfskola
Umeå Waldorfskola is a non-profit independent K–9 school. We are Umeå's oldest independent school and Sweden's northernmost Waldorf school. We offer Waldorf pedagogy for approximately 230 students with one class per grade level.
Welcome to submit your application consisting of a CV, copies of your certification and references, and a personal letter.
If you have questions about the position, you are warmly welcome to contact Principal Linda Zachrisson and/or Assistant Principal Emilia Hennix Isling.
Screening for interviews happens continuously, don't wait to apply.
We look forward to hearing from you!Would you like to follow children's development through the first important school years?
Umeå Waldorfskola is seeking an engaged class teacher for grades K–6 who wants to be part of creating a school where knowledge, creativity, and human development go hand in hand.
With us you will encounter a vibrant Waldorf pedagogy where students grow and learn through experiences, experiments, and storytelling. We believe in long-term relationships, context, and teaching that awakens curiosity and creativity.
About the Position
As a class teacher you are responsible for a class and follow students'…
Overview
Type
job
Status
active
Visibility
public
City
Umeå
Address
Sockenvägen 26
GPS
63.832428273014, 20.155096660771
Email
Phone
Views
2
Published
18. 6. 2026
Edited
30. 7. 2026
Specifications
Region
Västerbottens län
Duration
Tills vidare
Employer
STIFTELSEN UMEÅ WALDORFSKOLA R KARLSSON MFL
Postcode
90362
Open positions
1
Profession
Lärare i grundskolan, årskurs 1-6
Salary Type
Fast månads- vecko- eller timlön
Scope Of Work
100–100 %
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