Inspiring Education Since 1967

Welcome to Sunbridge Institute, an independent, not-for-profit adult learning community. North America’s oldest Waldorf teacher education institute, Sunbridge presents low-residency, world-renowned Waldorf teacher education programs, as well as professional development and general interest courses and workshops on Waldorf education and teaching, organizational leadership, and the arts. The teachings of Rudolf Steiner, the founder of Waldorf education, are at the heart of the Sunbridge mission, and we are dedicated to the support of Waldorf education in North America.

Applications for summer 2026 teacher education cohorts are now being accepted.

Registration for Summer Series 2026 courses is now open.

In addition to our teacher education programs, Sunbridge also offers a variety of courses and workshops designed for seasoned educators and administrators, as well as for those who are brand new to Waldorf education. From our weeklong Summer Series courses to our school-year weekend workshops, we have a professional development or introductory experience to meet all levels of interest and need. And with most of these events taking place online, you can often attend from anywhere.

Upcoming Events

Meet & Greet: Elementary and World Languages & Cultures Teacher Education

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmSunbridge Institute Remotely

Creating, Implementing, and Sustaining a Feedback Culture: Bringing Your Leadership Team to the Next Level of Collaboration and Performance

Friday, February 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - Saturday, February 7, 2026 @ 2:00 pmSunbridge Institute Remotely

Meet & Greet: Early Childhood Teacher Education

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmSunbridge Institute Remotely

2025-26 High School Teacher Education Weekends

Friday, February 27, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - Saturday, February 28, 2026 @ 1:30 pmSunbridge Institute Remotely

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Sunbridge offers a full array of Waldorf teacher education programs in low-residency formats that enable students from all geographic points to become part of our learning community. Applications are now available for these cohorts enrolling summer 2026: Early Childhood, Elementary, and High School Teacher Education diploma programs, World Languages & Cultures Teacher Education certificate program, and, for highly experienced Waldorf educators with relevant prior coursework, Completion Tracks of our Early Childhood and Elementary programs.

Early Childhood

Elementary

High School

Elementary Music

World Languages

Masters Degree Option

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🌟 Spotlight on Sunbridge Leadership: Jessica Heffernan Ziegler👉 We’re proud to highlight Jessica Heffernan Ziegler, Sunbridge Institute’s executive director since 2008 and a guiding force in Waldorf education and leadership development.With a professional focus on collaborative leadership, governance, and organizational growth, Jessica brings her expertise to Sunbridge as co-instructor of our Collaborative Leadership offerings and as instructor of Waldorf school administration in our Early Childhood program. Her years of experience also extend to her time teaching in Sunbridge College’s Administration and Biography programs and her service on various school and organizational boards. Beyond Sunbridge, Jessica is a partner in MIRA Companions for Development, working as an executive coach and organizational consultant supporting Waldorf schools and other institutions in the U.S. and Germany. Rooted in her belief that education can improve the world, and that Waldorf education offers an inspired pathway toward that goal, Jessica’s leadership is grounded in purpose, service, and a deep commitment to the future of Waldorf education. ... See MoreSee Less

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