Waldorf Archetype Writers Workshop: High School Writing Course
What's included
24 live meetings
18 in-class hoursProjects
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 throughout the classProgress Report
1-2 throughout the classClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
In this amazing and creative writers' workshop course, students will develop and use their writers voice while exploring archetypes, cultures, and the beautiful English language! Students will be guided to write two papers in this class... a report on the country and culture of their choice and a creative writing archetypal story written in the perspective of the culture that they researched. Example: Country: Peru Archetype: A Peruvian archetypal dragon story We will meet each week for two classes. Class One will include instruction and activities on report writing, grammar/mechanics, research, good sources, using a thesaurus, citations, plot, developing character, etc. Class Two will include workshop time where students can work on research, writing, drawing work for their story, etc. in a structured place with Ms. Jodi's support. Each part of the project will include scaffolded work and templates (to support research without overwhelm) and will also include due dates.
Learning Goals
To develop writing skills including writers voice
To improve grammar and editing skills
Syllabus
24 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Archetype Lesson
~Archetype description
~Archetype examples
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Beginning Research
~Template
~Research
~Drawing
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Report Writing Lesson
~Paragraphs
~Sources
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Study Class
~Research
~Independent Writing
~Drawing
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
I may use Epic for Screenshare. I will share Epic library classroom information for research purposes but parents do not need a paid subscription to Epic.
Supply List
Sketchpad 9x12 Device for research (separate window in device you are using for zoom is fine) Colored pencils Lined paper for report writing or google docs/word
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Phoenix
Master of Arts in Linguistics (IP)
AP Language and Literature student (3 credits earned)
B.S. Psychology
Yale University Overcoming Dyslexia Certificate (IP)
Master's work in Counseling and Library Science
Rapid Transformational Therapy Certified
Vimala Cursive Course and Coaching Completion
Certified TESOL-VIPKid Foundational, TOEFL Primary
Certified in proper pronunciation, super phonics, grammar beginner and advanced, leveled reading beginner and advanced (VIPKid training)
I am a Waldorf educator having worked as a school librarian and library/research subject teacher for 6 years with grades K-12 as faculty at a Waldorf school in rural Pennsylvania. I also worked as the first grade rest time teacher bringing calm and beautiful stories to this grade every day for many years. I have trained, been mentored by, and served along with some of the most experienced and dedicated Waldorf class and subject teachers in the world, some of whom have passed on and given me the greatest gift possible...to see their joy in teaching young souls. I also served as the reading coach for our school Reading Olympics team with over 40 students per year voluntarily coming to my library for an extracurricular where students were excited to read over 45 books a school year!
I have been offering comprehensive and affordable private lessons for Waldorf and other students around the world for several years. I also offer special Waldorf grades classes where students can connect with other students around the world. Our comfort with zoom now allows me to come to you no matter where in the world you may be! From day one, my students notice the improvement in their abilities and overall comprehension but parents especially note the change in their confidence. I get letters every day from parents telling me how much they see the confidence in their student improving after working with me. Each student has a unique learning style, and it’s my duty to find out what that is and adapt my lessons accordingly. Contact me today to find out how I can help you achieve your academic goals. As both a Waldorf former homeschooling mom and a teacher at a Waldorf school, I offer a unique experience to wherever your student may be-at home or at school-while needing extra lessons.
I have also taken private courses in archetypes for several years and studied the work of Carl Jung as a B.S. Psychology student. I am also a published writer in the Waldorf publication LILIPOH magazine. I lived on a Navajo reservation for several summers. I also have Masters classes in Library Science, Human Services, as well as diversity training. I ran a middle and high school library at the Waldorf school where I taught creative writing, library, and research classes for six years. I also worked in the Waldorf kindergarten and grades as an aftercare teacher.
I ran a middle school and high school library and worked extensively with students on research, book study, and analysis. I have also taught and tutored middle and high school advanced and gifted students on Outschool and other online platforms, including archeytpe and novel study for six years.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$69
weekly or $825 for 24 classes2x per week, 12 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-5 learners per class