Waldorf Tutor (6 Month Contract)

Our client, a family living on a remote ranch in Northern Kenya is looking to recruit a Waldorf Tutor. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a high-quality, fun, nature-based learning environment that supports the development and education of 3 children. Must be able to support our children in becoming independent, mindful and creative problem solvers and in whatever way possible to help them steer their own learning, encourage their intrinsic motivation and confidence in themselves. Must have experience in the Waldorf.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate daily rhythms to accommodate 3 children of varying abilities, and one that encourages each child’s growth without hindrance from each other.
Provide a nurturing and stimulating environment to facilitate children’s growth, exploration, and participation.
Create and adapt the classroom and playground environments to enhance intentional learning opportunities that reflect children’s culture, interests, and needs.
Creating innovative and stimulating learning materials including influences from their surrounding environment; the culture, the ranch life and the entire natural world (mud, insects, flowers, plants).
Observe the children and interpret their needs.
Coordinate regular communication with parents about their children’s progress and any challenges that may arise.

Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelor/Diploma of Education.
Must have experience in the
Montessori/Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Certification will be an added advantage.
Must have experience teaching children between the ages of 4-8 years.
A person who is self-driven, motivated and happy living part-time in the bush with limited access to Wi-Fi and phone signal.
Have the physical capacity and willingness to work with pre-school/kindergarten-aged children.
Excellent communication skills in English.
Good Knowledge of Waldorf approaches is desired.
Arty, active, open to all cultures and not afraid of wildlife, insects, animals and the natural world.