Jamie Grutzmacher

Jamie joins us with 11 years of teaching experience and a deep passion for education. After graduating from the University of California, Davis, she joined the Peace Corps, where she began her teaching career as an English teacher. Upon returning to California, she earned her English teaching credential and spent six years teaching at a public high school in Walnut Creek.

As her family grew, Jamie stepped away from the classroom to focus on raising her children. When they were older, she felt excited to return to the classroom for teaching. Many of you may recognize Jamie from her time at Live Oak, where she served as the school’s Business Manager. During that time, she earned her multiple-subject teaching credential and began her Waldorf teacher training at the Bay Area Center for Waldorf Teacher Training. She discovered that she enjoyed many aspects of the business manager role, including, perhaps surprisingly, the magic of a beautiful spreadsheet!

While working on her Waldorf teacher training, Jamie taught at Golden Valley, a Waldorf charter school. She finished out one 8th grade class and started with a 2nd grade class.  After completing her training, she knew she wanted to return to the Live Oak community. She is now delighted to be the Ginkgo Class teacher.

Outside the classroom, Jamie enjoys reading historical fiction, taking long walks, and spending time with her pets. Most of all, she appreciates a delicious home cooked meal shared with her family. 

Contact: JGrutzmacher@liveoakwaldorf.org