Our Faculty

Annie began her Waldorf journey as a parent when her daughter joined the Morning Garden class for a season in 2017. Soon after, pathways opened to allow her to join the staff at Waldorf School of Pittsburgh. Prior to her work and parent life at WSP, Annie spent 12 years as a special education and sixth grade science teacher, fostering a love for the outdoors in her students as she explored the forests and streams surrounding the rural middle school at which she taught. Recently Annie completed her Masters in Ecopsychology, furthering her belief in the healing power of nature. She can usually be found with bare feet, traveling and exploring the natural world with her daughter, and tending to their large front yard garden.

Miss Christina has been at Waldorf School of Pittsburgh since 2010 when she became a Kindergarten teacher. She first learned of Waldorf education in one of her education classes and was instantly intrigued. When she and her husband moved to Pittsburgh in 2010 she could not believe her luck to have found Waldorf School of Pittsburgh and been given the opportunity to join the faculty. Waldorf education has been a gift both as a teacher and for her daughter who now attends the school. Christina enjoys spending time with her family, baking, reading, and running.

Miss Maribeth joined the staff at the Waldorf School of Pittsburgh in 2018 at the Yellow House in the Little Friends program. When she isn't at school you can find her in the East End of Pittsburgh running, walking her dog, having coffee with friends, biking, or gardening. Spending time with her family is very important. They explore the region regularly whether on foot or bike.

Miss Amanda joined Waldorf School of Pittsburgh in 2012 as a parent. She is the mother of two energetic and outdoor loving children who attend WSP. In 2015, she became the Assistant in the Kindergarten classroom. In 2014 she joined the Little Friends program as a lead teacher and in 2019 she became the Little Friends Coordinator. Before Waldorf, she served as an Art Therapist and Family-Based Therapist supporting communities throughout Allegheny County. Amanda enjoys spending time with her family camping, hiking and picnicking.

When Miss Penny was introduced to Waldorf School of Pittsburgh in 1999, she knew she'd found exactly what she'd been searching for. She worked in the After School Program before leaping at the opportunity to become a Kindergarten teacher. WSP has been a huge influence and blessing in her life and in the life of her family: her son graduated 8th grade in May 2020 after being part of the school community since he was just 18 months old! When not teaching, Miss Penny can likely be found knitting, sewing, or dreaming of moving to Ireland.

Miss Laura joined Waldorf School of Pittsburgh in 2012 as a Lead Teacher to the Little Friends Apple Blossoms. From 2012–2019 Laura served as the Director of the Little Friends Program. She is an artist and educator. She is a life-long Pittsburgher who enjoys gardening, hiking, camping, traveling, and relaxing with friends. She lives in Garfield with her partner, her son, and their pit bull, Gloria.

Miss Juli was welcomed as a full time faculty member in the spring of 2013. She began her educational journey in college—while instructing a pitching clinic for young girls, she had the “ah ha!” moment that inspired her to change her life’s path. Seeing the children grow and learn with her each week gave her a deep sense of satisfaction and purpose. Before coming to WSP, Juli worked as a Therapeutic Staff Support, Substitute Teacher, Activities Coordinator, and Varsity softball coach. She currently lives in Munhall with her husband, Ben, and their daughters Lily and Ivy.

Miss Jill always knew that she wanted to be a teacher and when she found Waldorf education she knew that the loving, creative, magical environment was where she wanted to teach. In 2002, she started working for Waldorf School of Pittsburgh as the After School Director and the following year became a Kindergarten teacher. From 2007–2012, she taught in a mixed-age Kindergarten at Waldorf School of Philadelphia. In 2012, Jill and her family returned to Pittsburgh where she has taught Nursery and Kindergarten. She finds joy in teaching, reading, cooking, and watching her own children experience Waldorf education as they move through the grades.

Brigitte Ryan stepped into the role of Rosebud Lead Teacher in 2020. Brigitte worked with a small initiative Waldorf school in the lower east side of Manhattan before moving to Pittsburgh in 2019. While at New Amsterdam School, she worked as an Aftercare Teacher, the Parent Child Lead Teacher, and a support in the Nursery and Bridge programs. Brigitte still works and collaborates artistically with adults with disabilities at DreamStreet Theatre Company, based in Brooklyn, New York.