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We seek staff members who are skilled educators, lifelong learners, and passionate about developing children who are eco-literate, compassionate, and critical thinkers.

Additional information you may find useful:

To apply for SMS Positions:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Employment Application
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Copies of college transcripts, if applicable (originals will be required upon hiring)

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Current Openings

2025-2026 Summary of Jobs Available and Listed Below:

2025-2026 Classroom Teachers (Full-Time Certified)

  •  Lower Grades Looping Teacher- Upper Grades 7/8th Grade Combo Teacher
  • Will be teaching 7th/8th grade for the 2025–2026 school year, or a lower grades looping class (e.g., 1st then 2nd grade, or 3rd then 4th grade over two years with the same group of students).
  • Employer: Syringa Mountain School
  • INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
  • Date Posted: 5/3/2025
  • Application Deadline: Until Filled
  • Salary: (see Teacher Salary Schedule)
  • Contact: Syringa Mountain School

Farm and Garden/Science Teacher

  • Employer: Syringa Mountain School
  • INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
  • Date Posted: 5/3/25
  • Application Deadline: Until Filled
  • Contact: Syringa Mountain School

Substitute Teachers



2025-26 Classroom Teacher

Employer: Syringa Mountain School
Date Posted: 5/3/25
Contact: Syringa Mountain School

Length of Work Year: 190 days
Employment Type: Full Time
Application Deadline: Until Filled
Salary: (see Teacher Salary Schedule)

Summary of Position:  The position of Classroom Teacher involves managing and implementing Waldorf-inspired curriculum and Idaho State standards to students while ensuring compliance with all guidelines and public school laws.

Reports To:  The Director of School

Responsibilities:  

  • Planning, teaching, and managing classroom activities appropriate to specific developmental age groups
  • Monitoring and evaluating student progress; maintaining accurate records and reporting to the Director of School
  • Communicating professionally with colleagues, board members, parents, and the broader Wood River Valley community

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Idaho State teaching license required or ability to obtain (highly qualified status strongly preferred)
  • Minimum of three years teaching experience preferred
  • Knowledge of Waldorf pedagogy is preferred
  • Science of Reading certified or willing to obtain

  • First Aid and CPR certifications desirable

Duties: (Other duties may be assigned)

  • Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
  • Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g., grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to implement lesson plans and provide student progress documentation to the school’s director.
  • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
  • Participates in various meetings (e.g., individual education plan meetings, conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) to receive and/or provide information and/or meet credential requirements.

Skills:   

  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in one on one and small group situations to parents, students, and other school employees.
  • Ability to adequately teach and support elementary subjects and projects in student work.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and address a variety of concrete variables.
  • Ability to interpret and implement a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to work in a friendly manner and to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
  • Ability to perform duties with awareness of all school, and state requirements, Board of Education policies, Educational Code of Ethics, and applicable laws.

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see.
  • The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
  • Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range.
  • At times, it may require more than 40 hours per week to perform the position’s essential duties.
  • Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding and handwork).
  • Ability to commute between sites and attend meetings, training, in-services, and home visits.
  • Must be willing to participate in Friday enrichment activities, which include hiking and overnight campouts as required.
    • Kindergarten – Outdoor Friday Adventures, Including Activities Such as Hiking, Cooking, Cross-Country Skiing, and Other Exploratory Experiences
    • 1st Grade & 2nd Grade – Outdoor Friday Adventures, Including Activities Such as Hiking, Cooking, and Other Exploratory Experiences
    • 3rd Grade – One-Night On-Campus Overnight; Stipend Included
    • 4th Grade – Two-Night Off-Campus Camping Trip; Stipend Included
    • 5th/6th Grade – Three-Night Camping Trip and a Two-Night Stay at Idaho Basecamp (Fall), plus a Three-Night Camping Trip (Spring); Stipends Included for Both Overnights
    • 7th/8th Grade – Three-Night Camping Trip (Fall) and Three-Night Camping Trip (Spring); Stipends Included for Both Overnights

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Work occurs both in the classroom and in an outdoor environment, as well as off campus during Friday adventures, throughout all seasons and weather conditions.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

TO APPLY send:

The application will be received via email.
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2025-26 Science Teacher

Employer: Syringa Mountain School
Date Posted: 5/5/25
Contact: Syringa

Lower Grade K-4th & Upper Grade 5-8th

Length of Work Year: 190 days
Employment Type: Part Time
Application Deadline: TBD

Salary: (see Teacher Salary Schedule)

Summary of Position: We are seeking a dynamic, creative, and collaborative educator to teach K–8 science and farm & garden curriculum. This part-time teaching position combines NGSS-aligned science instruction with Waldorf-inspired garden-based learning, helping students explore the natural world through life, earth, and physical science content in both indoor and outdoor classrooms.

Reports To:  The Director of School.

Responsibilities:  

  • Teach science classes to students in grades K–8, integrating NGSS and Idaho state science standards.
  • Implement Waldorf-inspired farm & garden curriculum, including seasonal planting, harvesting, composting, and environmental stewardship.
  • Provide engaging, hands-on lessons that integrate life, earth, and physical sciences across grade levels.
  • Maintain the school’s garden space, greenhouse, compost system, and associated outdoor learning areas.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate science and garden learning with other subjects.
  • Support student-led garden projects and contribute to school sustainability efforts.
  • Participate in faculty meetings, school events, and seasonal festivals as needed.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, science, agriculture, or a related field (required)
  • Teaching certification preferred or willingness to work toward certification
  • Experience teaching or working with children in grades K–8
  • Familiarity with NGSS and/or Waldorf education is a strong plus
  • Passion for environmental education, sustainability, and experiential learning
  • Ability to manage outdoor learning spaces and work in various weather conditions
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Flexibility, creativity, and a collaborative spirit

Duties: (Other duties may be assigned)

  • Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
  • Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation to the director if the school for student progress.
  • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
  • Participates in various meetings (e.g. individual education plan meetings, conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Skills:   

  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in one on one and small group situations to parents, students, and other employees of the school.
  • Ability to adequately teach and support elementary subjects and projects in work with students.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and address a variety of concrete variables.
  • Ability to interpret and implement a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • Ability to work in a friendly manner and to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and school community.
  • Ability to perform duties with awareness of all school, district, and state requirements, Board of Education policies, Educational Code of Ethics, and applicable laws.

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see.
  • The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
  • Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range.
  • At times, may require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
  • Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).
  • Transportation time spent commuting between sites and to attend meetings, trainings, in-services, and home visits.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Work takes place both in the classroom and in outdoor environments such as the playground and garden, throughout all seasons and weather conditions. Enrichment trips may also be included to enhance hands-on science learning as needed.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

TO APPLY send:

Applications will be received via email.
E-Mail: Syringa

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2025-26: Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional:

  1. You must be 18 years of age to apply.
  2. You must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D.
  3. You must complete the application (PDF).
  4. A fingerprint file must be completed with the county police department before being scheduled as a substitute.

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SMS is an equal opportunity employer. SMS employs staff of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, religious affiliation, actual or perceived gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, or medical condition where the latter do not impair job performance with reasonable accommodations, and accords them all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded to and made available to staff at the school. SMS will not discriminate on the basis of any of the above factors, nor any basis prohibited by law.