Board of Directors Recruitment for London Waldorf School
London Waldorf School is seeking dynamic individuals to join our Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors is responsible for the effective governance of the school and works strategically to foster its legal and financial health. The role of the Board extends to creating an environment conducive to recruiting and retaining a strong faculty complement to serve the children in their care. Because Waldorf schools have a strong social mission, the Board also works to identify ways of growing the school such that a Waldorf education is accessible to all those who value it. The Board’s role is to be the bridge between the aspirational and the practical in support of the school’s mission. We are seeking Directors who are eager to engage with the principles of Waldorf education and who offer professional strengths in financial oversight, legal matters, or human resource management.
Commitment:
The Board usually meets on the third Tuesday of each month for approximately 3 hours in the evening. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to be able to devote an additional 3-5 hours per month to school initiatives, committees, and/or operations with some months requiring a heavier commitment than others. Terms are 3 years.
The Perspectives & Skills:
| Skills and Knowledge | Attributes | Experience |
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• Accounting/Financial literacy • Legal/Labour relations • Human Resources • Marketing/PR/Digital skills • Fundraising/Development • Education • Not-for-profit / charities • Investments • Community/Professional connections • Facilities, real estate, architecture • Communications • Note-taking/Records management |
• Creativity and flexibility • Initiative • An appreciative and constructive approach • Collaborative thinking • Conflict management • Change management • Strategic thinking • Discretion and confidentiality • Self-reflection • Enthusiasm for the organization, its philosophy and employees • Community-building |
• Lived experience with Waldorf Education as a student, parent, educator, or community member • Worked in the management of charity/non-profits • Experience with governance or previous Board experience • Entrepreneurship • Experience with operations or Business Administration |
Expectations of Board Members:
Board members will sign a confidentiality agreement and be expected to follow the Board’s standards of conduct.
Who can get involved?
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, and possess some of the skills/knowledge, attributes and experience as identified above.
Interviews
Interested applications will be contacted by a current Board director for a short interview and further explanation of the work and role of the Board at LWS.
How to get involved?
If you are interested in being part of the Board, please complete this APPLICATION. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Board Chair Kathleen Schreurs k.schreurs@londonwaldorf.ca
Deadline for applications: November 11, 2025
Supply Teachers
Must have previous teaching experience, and be able to teach a variety of subjects to various ages of children.
A current criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening must be provided prior to starting work.
To be able to work in our licensed care programs, you must have your RECE, up to date First Aid Certificate and Immunization Record.
To be able to work in our Before and After Care programs, you must have your up to date First Aid.
Please forward your resume and cover letter to our Supply Coordinator, Susan Baxter-Peace, at s.baxterpeace@londonwaldorf.ca
Supply Teacher hiring occurs between August & April each year.
Volunteers
Thank you so much for your willingness to give of your time to volunteer at London Waldorf School!
The first step is to fill out the Volunteer Application and submit by emailing info@londonwaldorf.ca.
Next, we ask that you participate in an interview and tour with our Learning Volunteer Coordinator, Sandra Paterson. This meeting helps us determine if there is a good match between your skills and availability and our needs. If there is a match, Sandra will give you a package of forms which need to be completed and returned, along with a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening completed in the last 6 months.
Once we have all of the paperwork in place and a volunteer placement has been arranged, Sandra will contact you.
Thank you again for your interest in our school. We look forward to meeting you.
Find the Volunteer Application below.