5th Grade Teacher Needed for 2026-2027

5th Grade Teacher Needed for 2026-2027 Friends of Willow Tree Fallbrook, CA Job Details Full-time | Contract $47,000 - $65,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications School experience CPR Certification Teaching Certification Bachelor's degree Working with 5th graders Elementary school teaching Teaching Full Job Description Friends of Willow Tree is seeking a 5th Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. Friends of Willow Tree is an enrichment center that offers a curriculum inspired by Waldorf methods to students in grades Kindergarten through 8th. We have an active parent body, a supportive board of directors, and a committed faculty.

LOCATION

Our community will welcome you to our friendly village in North County San Diego. The town of Fallbrook has a lovely Waldorf community, biodynamic farms, study groups, and close proximity to WISC (Waldorf Institute of Southern California). Our program serves a diverse population that might not otherwise have access to a curriculum inspired by Waldorf methods.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an individual who possesses high expectations, a strong sense of personal accountability, a strong "teacherly" presence, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills. As an enrichment program, we work with families who are homeschooling and are either enrolled with an independent study charter or have filed their own Private School Affidavit (PSA). We look to our teachers to lead not only the children but also the parents in their education. Our goal is to help develop a strong community that is supportive of a developmentally appropriate method of education. COMPENSATION and PERKS ~ Competitive salary based on surrounding school districts ~ Students attend Monday - Thursday ~ Small class sizes ~ Teachers have their afternoons and Fridays for prep (18 hours/week of teaching and 20 hours/week of paid prep) ~ Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, Disability) ~ Life Insurance ~ Paid Time Off and Sick Leave ~ Retirement (CalSavers) ~ Yearly Professional Development Stipend ($1500) ~ Tuition remission

QUALIFICATIONS

~ Bachelor's Degree ~ California Teaching Credential and/or Waldorf Teaching Certificate ~ CPR certified

START DATE

July 2026 (for summer training)

TO APPLY 1.

Submit a Letter of Interest/Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Three letters of reference 4.

Complete our application via:

https://forms.gle/svJQrEx8HMEyGvkk9

Job Types:

Contract, Full-time Pay:

$47,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Teaching:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Teaching Credential or Waldorf Certificate (Required)

Work Location:

In person