Waldorf Teacher Institute: Chicago 5200 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640

The Waldorf Teacher Institute in Chicago, located at 5200 North Ashland Avenue, offers Teacher Preparation Programs and Continuing Education in Waldorf Education. Our programs focus on the path of the teacher and the education of the child, emphasizing learning through relationships and a deep connection to the earth, plants, animals, and fellow humans. Our courses cover various aspects of Waldorf education, including personal responsibility, relationships with parents and families, subject areas, and learning styles. We also offer courses in Anthroposophy, The Arts, and the foundations of Waldorf Education.

Our Early Childhood and Grade School programs provide an education for students interested in teaching in a Waldorf program for children ages 3-6. Our program offers a philosophical, artistic, and content-rich educational foundation, as well as practical and professional learning opportunities. Students engage in conceptual study, artistic activities, practical experiences, student initiatives, and faculty mentoring to prepare for a lifelong career as a Waldorf teacher.

Join us for a week-long summer intensive from June 17, 2024 to June 22, 2024, focusing on the practice of speech and storytelling. Whether you are a current or aspiring Waldorf teacher, our institute provides a supportive and dynamic learning environment to help you grow and thrive in your teaching practice.