Toronto Waldorf School
JOB POSTING
Pedagogical Administrator
Full-time
Starting August 2026
Our Mission & Values
The mission of the Toronto Waldorf School (TWS) is to meet each student through a unique, challenging educational experience that encourages wonder, fosters inspiration, and leads to fulfilment of life purpose. At TWS, the Anthroposophical understanding of child development guides the educational program. We hold a reverence for childhood.
- We have the courage to do what is right for our children and our community. Respect, trust, and authenticity are the foundation for all our relationships.
- The diversity of our community is important to us.
- We embrace the ideals of servant leadership.
- We are stewards of our green space and our Environment.
- Parents work together with the faculty and administration towards our common goals.
About The School
TWS believes in Education from a deeper perspective™ , it is core to our approach and focused on three key themes for students including:
- Academic Integration: At TWS we plan every learning activity attending to its impact on mind, body and spirit. We understand each one affects the others and all engage in the learning process.
- The Right Thing at The Right Time: At TWS, we recognize and build upon the physiological, emotional and intellectual changes as the students develop. Our specially trained teachers present material when the class is ready and able to work with it, whether it’s the fundamentals of reading or arithmetic, the structure of an essay or grappling with atomic theory.
- How To Think, Not What To Think: At TWS we recognize a lifelong love of learning is more valuable than memorizing a book of facts; it contributes to success in any field of endeavour. From the earliest days in a classroom, creativity is fostered. It helps build the developmental foundation on which dynamic, innovative and analytic thinking are built.
Our teachers help students develop skills – observation, reflection and judgement – that empower students to build their understanding. This forms the basis of thoughtfulness and critical thinking, giving our students the confidence to make sense of what they experience in the real world.
Position Summary
TWS is seeking to hire a full-time Pedagogical Administrator role, based on site at the school’s primary location at 9100 Bathurst Street, Thornhill, Ontario.
The Pedagogical Administrator provides strategic and operational leadership for all pedagogical functions of the school. This role supports and develops faculty, strengthens curriculum alignment with AWSNA principles, fosters healthy internal community relationships, and represents the school within the wider educational community.
The Toronto Waldorf school is a non-hierarchical organization, and the successful candidate will work collaboratively with Faculty Chairs, administration, and the Board, to ensure high-quality teaching, a strong professional culture, and an engaged and informed parent body.
This role reports directly to the Board of Directors and will be filling an existing role. As part of that process, the successful candidate will have an onboarding and education period designed to support the candidate with a successful transition.
Key Responsibilities:
Teacher Development
- Facilitate the mentorship and evaluation of Faculty.
- Ensure Scope and Sequence guidelines are in place and applied.
- In collaboration with individual Faculty members, create and guide professional development plans, align resources, and provide feedback on progress.
- Support ongoing Faculty development through coordination of study, workshops, and training.
- Oversee coordination of visitors/trainee arrangements.
Faculty Leadership
- Serve as Chair for Faculty Council and Full Faculty Meetings. In conjunction with administration and Faculty chairs, set meeting agendas and manage follow-up items.
- Oversee Faculty committee work, providing support to ensure overall alignment.
- Work with Faculty chairs, Faculty council, and the Faculty body to advance curriculum development, evolution, and implementation consistent with AWSNA principles.
- Provide mediation and problem-solving support within Faculty.
- Lead Faculty hiring committees.
- Provide guidance and support to Faculty Chairs in their role.
Pedagogical Administration
- Working with Faculty Chairs, use pedagogical and operational considerations to complete the CTA and Timetable process in an equitable manner.
- Provide Faculty input to annual planning and budgeting process.
- Participate in long term strategic planning in conjunction with other governing bodies in the school.
- Provide Faculty perspective to TWS administration and Board.
- Ensure school policies and procedures within the faculty realm are current, any supporting training has been completed, and policies are implemented.
Internal Community Support (primarily Parent relationship)
- Attend Parent Council meetings and meet with Parent Council leadership regularly.
- Oversee parent education in conjunction with other stakeholders.
- Participate in crucial Parent/Teacher sessions when needed.
- Provide problem-solving guidance and facilitation to resolve parent concerns.
- Support and enhance DEI policies to ensure ongoing modernization, understanding and engagement of and for our community stakeholders.
- In conjunction with Faculty Chairs, ensure regular and timely communication with the parent body through various modes on pedagogical/class operations items.
- Serve as a Board Advisor on the Board of Directors.
External Community Liaison
- Ensure a vibrant and active relationship with AWSNA by attending conferences, networking with other Waldorf schools, etc. and finding ways to share this information within TWS.
- Explore, and where warranted, work with the Director of Finance and Administration to enhance TWS’ relationship with organizations such as CAIS, OFIS, and other independent school resources.
- Seek out and support development of other community relationships important to TWS in the local area.
- Act as a Faculty Leadership presence within the school and the broader community.
- Participates in external communication activities in consultation with the Director of Finance and Administration and/or the Board as appropriate.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred.
- Waldorf teaching certification or significant experience in Waldorf education; deep understanding of Steiner/Waldorf pedagogy. Minimum 10 years of teaching experience, ideally within a Waldorf school or independent school setting.
- Experience in educational leadership, faculty development, or administrative roles.
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and pedagogical oversight.
- Training or experience in conflict resolution, mediation, or restorative practices are an asset.
- Familiarity with AWSNA accreditation processes and standards is preferred.
Requirements:
- Active interest and study in Anthroposophy
- Proven ability to work across a flat organization, and mentor colleagues, staff, parents
- Excellent organizational development, and human resource experience.
- Superior communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong understanding of AWSNA principles.
Employment Details:
This is a full-time, year‑round position, exempt from ESA overtime and hours of work provisions due to its managerial nature, with a salary range of $100,000 to $150,000 based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits include:
- Tuition Remission
- RSP Contribution
- Health and Dental Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Ongoing Professional Development
Applications:
Please send resumes by email to staffing@torontowaldorfschool.com or by mail to
Toronto Waldorf School
9100 Bathurst Street, Suite 1
Thornhill, Ontario L4J 8C7
Application Deadline March 1, 2026. We will initiate interviews as soon as we receive qualified applicants. We thank all candidates in advance. We will contact only those selected for an interview.
