Brittany Hamer, Class 3 Assistant

Brittany’s journey into Waldorf education began long before she knew what Waldorf was. Growing up between Texas and Oklahoma, she spent much of her childhood on her family’s cattle ranch, where learning was woven into everyday life. From gardening and farming to fixing engines and assisting the local veterinarian with animal deliveries, she experienced firsthand the value of practical, hands-on learning. Although she did not attend a Waldorf school herself, her mother intuitively cultivated many of its principles at home, nurturing a deep appreciation for learning through the head, hands, and heart.

Brittany’s professional journey has taken her through several worlds, including special education at Bellevue Elementary in Ashland, Oregon, the business world, and large-scale event management. She eventually found her way back to education, serving as Administrator and Director of Enrollment at Prairie Moon Waldorf School in Lawrence, Kansas, for two years before returning to Southern Oregon with her family.

After returning to the Rogue Valley, Brittany felt called to deepen her connection to Waldorf education. She completed her Waldorf administrative training and is currently pursuing her Waldorf teaching certificate through Sound Circle Center of anthroposophy, with in person training on Whidbey Island and in Bellingham, Washington. Her continued studies have strengthened her belief that education is about far more than the acquisition of knowledge. It is about nurturing the whole human being, honoring each individual’s development, and recognizing that we are all lifelong learners.

Brittany finds tremendous joy in her daily work with children and colleagues. She is especially passionate about movement and its foundational role in human development. With a background in extreme sports, long-distance running, and competitive swimming, she believes that movement is essential to how we learn, grow, and connect with the world around us. Through movement, we build confidence, resilience, coordination, and a sense of possibility.

At the heart of Brittany’s work is the belief that learning should be alive, meaningful, and deeply connected to the world we inhabit. Whether through movement, practical work, nature, or meaningful relationships, she strives to create experiences that engage the whole child and foster a lifelong love of learning. For Brittany, education is not simply about preparing children for the future; it is about helping them become fully present, capable, and compassionate human beings.