Admissions

Foundation Studies in Rudolf Steiner’s Worldview
The only requirement is a sincere interest in getting to know Rudolf Steiner’s view of the world in the universe and the human as a being of spirit, soul and body.

• A mentor will be assigned at the beginning of the year.

• Attendance at the June Summer Intensive Week is recommended as a preparation.

• Independent study work will be required, and a journal will be kept.

• A broad introduction to the Arts is an integral part of the Program.

Teacher Preparation I
Successful completion of all courses in Foundation Studies is necessary to advance to Teacher preparation work. This is determined after a conversation with Arcturus Core Group members, and your mentor. Previous educational as well as life experience will also be considered in this light.

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent is strongly recommended. Some Waldorf schools require this of their teachers.

• Students should attend full time – that is, the whole weekend plus the preceding summer session.

• A minimum number of students may need to be enrolled for classes to proceed.

• Periodic conferences with a mentor will ensure that the learning objective is followed closely.

• A journal is to be kept tracking all classes. This journal also serves as the basis for conversations with one’s mentor.

• Independent study work will be required.

• Further development of Artistic capacity forms a significant part of the work.

Teacher Preparation II
An interview with Core Group members and the mentor will determine whether a student is ready to proceed, and is ready for work in a Waldorf classroom.

• Students must have successfully completed the first year of Teacher Preparation.

• At least (6) weeks of practice teaching in Waldorf classes are required during this year.

• Students must attend full time during the year plus the preceding summer session.

• A minimum number of students may need to be enrolled for classes to proceed.

• Independent study work will be required, as well as individual research projects.

• A deepening artistic capacity is engaged in the classroom methodology and in the overall pedagogical practice of Waldorf Education