Employment

Build Your Career Where Curiosity Fuels Excellence


At Headwaters School, we believe in the power of young people to solve challenges great and small. Our faculty and staff make that belief real every day.
 
We've built our culture around student-led exploration and creativity, where our approach to excellence is defined by challenge and growth. This means you'll work in an environment where curiosity is valued, where meaningful work takes precedence over checking boxes, and where your contributions matter.
 
Whether you're teaching in a classroom, leading a campus, managing operations, or supporting our mission in other ways, you'll be part of a culture that celebrates Peacemakers, Advocates, Creators, and Thinkers. These aren't just aspirations for our students - they describe the kind of people who thrive here.
 
When students are propelled by curiosity and grounded in empathy, they are ready for any opportunity life brings their way. And when our team members bring these same qualities to their work, extraordinary things happen.
Our Commitment to Equity 
As a 501(c)3 non-profit school, Headwaters School does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local law in its admissions, hiring, or board membership processes. All applicants are subject to a background check prior to being hired.

Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification listed. We're committed to finding the best candidate for each role, and that person may come from a non-traditional background. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification - your unique perspective and experience may be exactly what we need. If you're unsure whether you meet the qualifications or have questions about a position, please contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Headwaters Benefits

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  • Professional Respect

    At Headwaters, we have created a family of highly qualified educators who view education as a sacred occupation. Faculty have freedom and flexibility with regard to much of the course content, texts, and requirements.

  • Class Size and Teacher Load

    Classroom ratios: Young Children’s Community (7:1), Primary (13:3), Elementary (from 14:1), Middle School (12:1), High School (12:1). At the high school level, the faculty teaching load is normally five or six classes.

  • Health Benefits

    Group medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits for all full-time staff. Headwaters offers a 100% employer paid option with an employer HSA contribution for employee only coverage and subsidizes all medical plans.

  • Time Off

    Flexible paid time off in lieu of traditional vacation, personal days, and sick days.

  • Paid Medical Leave

    Paid time off options in the event of a medical leave for a serious health condition involving employees themselves, their children, or their spouse or partner.

  • Paid New Child Bonding Leave

    It is the School’s policy to honor the family. As part of this policy, the School will supplement an employee’s regular pay for up to 2 weeks to allow bonding time in connection with the birth or adoption of a child.

  • Paid Jury Duty Leave

    Paid time off to allow employees to serve on juries without incurring financial loss.

  • Paid Bereavement Leave

    Up to one week of paid leave in the event of the death of an immediate family member and up to 3 days of paid leave for non-immediate family members.

  • Supplemental Insurance

    Voluntary short-term disability, medical bridge, accident and cancer insurance.

  • Tuition Discounts

    Full-time employees receive a tuition discount.

  • Retirement Savings

    401(k) retirement plan with employer match. Employer matching contributions enjoy immediate vesting.

  • Career Support

    Support for continuing education opportunities.

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As a 501(c)3 non-profit school, Headwaters School does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local law in its admissions, financial aid, hiring, or board membership processes.