Online International Handwork Teacher Development
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​Synchronous Program
Accepting applications NOW!
Classes begin January 2025
Synchronous Program Details
Our 2 year synchronous program meets online one weekend per month, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Pacific Time. Live attendance is required. This program is open to students around the world, in all time zones, in all learning environments.
Be sure to check your time zone as live attendance is essential!
In our 2 years together we will be digging deep into the foundations of teaching handwork. We will work our way through grades 1-8 over 4 semesters. Each month you will receive a selection of reading materials, patterns, project instructions, resources, and assignments to complete in your own time before we meet the following month. All assignments will be turned in using our online learning platform.
Each semester will include the following core elements:
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The art of teaching handwork
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Child development and Waldorf education
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Waldorf philosophy and human development
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Inner development / artistic work
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Diversity in learning
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Field work
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Community building
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One-on-one mentoring
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Live teaching of handwork projects
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World renowned guest speakers
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Lifetime access to all resources
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For a more in depth look at each of the 4 semesters click on the semester overview link below!
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Application Process
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Fill out the application form and submit along with $75 USD non-refundable application fee.
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This begins your application process.
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Send a photo of your most recent work in each of the following skills:
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knitting
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crochet
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embroidery
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hand sewing
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machine sewing
Photos should be sent by email before your enrollment interview date to info@waldorfhandwork.org
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You will schedule an individual application interview on Zoom. Here we will get to know each other, answer any questions, and mutually determine if this program is a good fit for you.
To be considered for financial aid, submit your application within 2 weeks after your interview. Financial aid decisions will be made promptly and applicants will be notified.
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If it is mutually decided that this program is a good fit, you will receive an acceptance letter and enrollment contract with payment plan information.
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Click HERE for payment plan options.
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Reading materials and project instructions will be sent out about a month before our weekend.
First tuition payment will be due either December 1st or January 1st, depending on your chosen payment plan.