Group Teacher – Primary School

Casa de las Estrellas is seeking a full-time Group Teacher to guide one or our primary school grades. The ideal candidate will bring presence, creativity, and a strong commitment to holistic education, while integrating the Waldorf pedagogy with the Costa Rican MEP curriculum. This role supports the academic, artistic, and emotional development of students through intentional, developmentally appropriate teaching.

About the Role

  • The Group Teacher will be responsible for one primary school grade. This includes guiding the class through all core academic subjects while weaving in music, storytelling, movement, arts, and experiential learning. 

  • The teacher builds a classroom culture rooted in respect, rhythm, imagination, and care to nurture critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and a sense of social responsibility in each student.

Who We’re Looking For

  • Brings strong classroom presence and warmth

  • Guides students with attentiveness to developmental stages

  • Integrates Waldorf methods with academic standards

  • Collaborates openly with colleagues and families

  • Maintains clarity, rhythm, and consistency in teaching

  • Embodies care, commitment, and curiosity in their teaching journey

Core Responsibilities

  • Lead one primary grade class, teaching across subjects in alignment with Waldorf and MEP standards

  • Create a respectful, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment’

  • Design lessons that integrate the arts, movement, and experiential learning

  • Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback

  • Maintain open, respectful communication with families

  • Participate in festivals, events, and faculty meetings

  • Engage in ongoing Waldorf study and professional development

Compensation & Professional Development

  • This is a full-time salaried position

  • Compensation is commensurate with experience and based on our salary structure

  • Weekly mentoring and professional development opportunities

  • Ongoing training to support personal and professional growth

  • Salary recognition of up to 30% based on academic degrees, Waldorf training, and seniority

Workplace Environment & Community

  • Assistance in finding housing (nonfinancial, logistical support)

  • Participation in a supportive faculty community

  • Meals provided during school hours (morning snack and lunch)

  • Time and space for artistic, physical, and inner work

Employment Benefits

  • Full tuition remission for children of staff (only food and materials are paid)

  • Permanent contracts (no annual termination or liquidation required)

Social Security & Institutional Support

  • Affiliation with the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS)

  • Contributions to JUPEMA (National Teachers' Pension Fund)

  • Life insurance through INS

  • Workplace risk insurance through INS

  • Paid vacation in accordance with Costa Rican labor law

  • Institutional support for continued education and training

How to Apply

To apply, please send the following documents to empleo@casadelasestrellas.org:

  • Letter of Interest

  • Short Biography

  • Resume or CV

  • Three References

We look forward to receiving your application!