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Now Hiring 2026–27

Grow with Us.
Inspire Every Child.

Join a vibrant public Waldorf education community where passionate educators shape whole children — through art, nature, movement, and the joy of learning.

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450Students Served
TK–8Grade Levels
WASCAccredited
Public WaldorfEducation
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Community & Play
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Handwork
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Hands-On Learning
Students watering the school garden
Outdoor Education
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Crafts & Skills
Children exploring the school garden
Nature & Garden
Why Sycamore Creek

A School Where Teachers Thrive

We believe the best learning happens in an inspired, joyful community — for students and educators alike.

Deep Community

Be part of a warm, collaborative faculty that supports one another and celebrates the whole child — and the whole teacher.

Waldorf Pedagogy

Teach with creativity, artistry, and meaning. Waldorf methods engage imagination and cultivate a lifelong love of learning.

Looping Model

Journey with your students across multiple years. Build profound relationships and witness the full arc of each child's growth.

Professional Growth

Access ongoing Waldorf-focused professional development, mentorship, and a faculty community dedicated to reflective practice.

Outdoors & Arts Focus

Our strong emphasis on nature, music, handwork, and the arts means creativity is woven into every single school day.

Competitive Benefits

Receive a competitive salary and full benefits in a caring environment that genuinely invests in its educators.

About Our School

A Public Waldorf Education Community in Cypress, CA

Sycamore Creek Community Charter School is a WASC accredited, tuition-free public charter school serving students from Transitional Kindergarten through eighth grade. Rooted in Waldorf philosophy, we offer a comprehensive curriculum that honors the whole child — mind, heart, and hands.

Spanish Mandarin Handwork Music & Choir Games / P.E. Outdoor Education Visual Arts
🌿OutdoorsNature as teacher, every day
🎨ArtsWoven into all subjects
🤝CommunityDeep family engagement
📚AcademicsWASC accredited rigor
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Real Connections

Teaching That Truly Matters

At Sycamore Creek, every interaction counts. Our teachers sit beside their students — guiding hands, listening closely, and building relationships that last years through our looping model.

Waldorf education is about more than curriculum; it's about knowing each child deeply and meeting them where they are, whether threading a needle or exploring a new concept.

Students proudly showing their hand-painted globes
Hands-On & Joyful

Learning by Doing, Together

Our students don't just read about the world — they paint it, build it, plant it, and celebrate it. From sculpted globes to garden beds, every project is an invitation for wonder.

As a Sycamore Creek teacher, you'll design these experiences alongside a passionate faculty who share your belief that joy is essential to learning.

Open Positions

Current Openings

We are actively seeking compassionate, joyful educators to join our teaching community.

Grades 1–5

Grades Teacher (1st–5th)

Cypress, CA Full-Time CA Credential Required 2026–27 School Year
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Sycamore Creek Community Charter School is seeking a compassionate, joyful, and collaborative teacher for grades 1–5. We are looking for a California credentialed teacher who has Waldorf training — and also warmly encourage exceptional educators who are eager to embrace Waldorf pedagogy to apply. Our grades teachers embrace the Waldorf looping model and move to the next grade level with their students.

Responsibilities

  • Inspire and nurture young minds in a supportive and creative environment
  • Maintain a calm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment
  • Create and uphold collaborative, fun outdoor activities
  • Supervise children during outdoor play; promote independent play, social-emotional development, peer relationships, and self-regulation skills
  • Support students' social-emotional well-being through physical activities and sports
  • Be part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and lifelong learning
  • Participate in ongoing professional development to deepen understanding of Waldorf principles
  • Foster an inclusive environment that promotes diversity, equity, and belonging
  • Ensure student safety and follow all school policies and procedures

Qualifications

  • A valid California Teaching Credential
  • Experience in an educational or childcare setting; Waldorf training preferred
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills
  • Ability to adapt, take initiative, and maintain a positive attitude
  • Strong collaborative skills and dedication to fostering a vibrant school community
  • Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
  • Must pass a background check and TB assessment
  • Open to Waldorf philosophy regarding physical activity and using games for exercise
Supportive Faculty Team
Competitive Salary
Full Benefits
Professional Development

Waldorf-trained or simply passionate about this approach — we'd love to hear from you.

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Early Childhood · TK & K

TK / Kindergarten Teacher

Cypress, CA Full-Time CA Credential + 24 ECE Units (TK) 2026–27 School Year
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Sycamore Creek Community Charter School is seeking compassionate, joyful, and collaborative Early Childhood teachers to join our vibrant faculty. We are looking for California credentialed teachers with Waldorf training — and also encourage exceptional educators eager to embrace Waldorf pedagogy. TK applicants must hold 24 ECE units. We embrace the Waldorf looping model, where teachers journey with their class across multiple years.

Responsibilities

  • Inspire and nurture young minds in a supportive and creative environment
  • Maintain a calm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment
  • Create and uphold classroom rhythms, routines, and agreements
  • Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play; promote independent play, social-emotional development, and self-regulation
  • Support students' social-emotional well-being throughout the day
  • Be part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and lifelong learning
  • Participate in ongoing professional development in Waldorf principles and practices
  • Foster an inclusive environment that promotes diversity, equity, and belonging
  • Ensure student safety and follow all school policies and procedures

Qualifications

  • A valid California Teaching Credential
  • 24 ECE units required for TK; preferred (not required) for Kindergarten
  • Experience in an educational or childcare setting; Waldorf training preferred
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills
  • Ability to adapt, take initiative, and maintain a positive attitude
  • Strong collaborative skills and dedication to fostering a vibrant school community
  • Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
  • Must pass a background check and TB assessment
  • Open to the Waldorf looping model (teachers loop with their classes for multiple years)
Supportive Faculty Team
Competitive Salary
Full Benefits
Professional Development

Passionate about early childhood and the Waldorf approach? We'd love to connect.

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Hiring Process

How to Join Our Team

1

Submit Your Application

Send a cover letter and resume through our contact page.

2

Initial Conversation

A friendly call with our hiring team to learn more about you.

3

Campus Visit

Visit our school, meet the faculty, and see our community in action.

4

Offer & Onboarding

Receive your offer and begin your journey with Sycamore Creek.

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Ready to Find Your Community?

If you are a joyful, compassionate educator who believes in the power of Waldorf education, we want to hear from you.

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