What kind of training do Steiner teachers have?
While requirements within individual schools may vary, as a rule Class Teachers will have both a university degree and teaching certification from a recognised Steiner teacher training college or institute. Some Steiner training programs can also grant B.A. degrees in conjunction with Steiner teaching certification. Typically, the course of study for teachers is from two to three years and includes practice teaching in a Steiner school under the supervision of experienced Steiner teachers. Teachers must also satisfy whatever state accreditation and licensing requirements might apply. Rudolf Steiner, speaking in Oxford in 1922, defined three golden rules for teachers: to receive the child in gratitude from the world it comes from; to educate the child with love, and to lead the child into the true freedom which belongs to man.
As a rule class teachers will have both their usual university teaching qualification, as well as training from a recognised Steiner teacher training college or institute. Typically, the course of study for teachers is one year full time, or two to three years part-time. This includes practice teaching in a Steiner school under the supervision of experienced Steiner teachers. All teachers receive continuing professional development which generally takes place during the school term breaks. All new teachers have a mentor. Rudolf Steiner, speaking in Oxford in 1922, defined “three golden rules” for teachers: “to receive the child in gratitude from the world it comes from; to educate the child with love; and to lead the child into the true freedom which belongs to man.
