Elementary Assistant Teacher | The Post Oak School | Bellaire, TX

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School; Bellaire (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A bilingual Montessori school in Bellaire, TX seeks a dedicated Elementary Assistant Teacher to support student development within the Montessori framework. The role involves preparing the learning environment, guiding students aged 6-12, and collaborating with faculty and families. Candidates should have a passion for education, a preferred Bachelor's degree, and experience working with children. This full-time position begins in Fall 2026, offering an engaging academic environment focused on personal and academic growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to create a learning environment that engages students.
• Commitment to the goals of Montessori education.
• Experience with Montessori curriculum implementation.

Responsibilities

• Model positive regard for the children and their work.
• Prepare the environment for optimal growth and development.
• Guide and assess students through the AMI Elementary curriculum.
• Communicate with families under the direction of the lead teacher.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Flexibility

Passion for personal learning

Experience in working with students

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Elementary Assistant Teacher | The Post Oak School | Bellaire, TX

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt, academic-year (10-month) position
Reports To: Elementary Director
Hours: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Start Date: Beginning of the 2026–2027 School Year (Fall 2026)

Summary

The Elementary classroom assistant position serves the students of Post Oak by providing additional support in the development of the child in the Montessori environment through the preparation of the environment, modeling grace and courtesy, observation, assistance with follow-up work, and communication with families. The Elementary classroom assistant is a full-time position responsible for implementation of the AMI curriculum in the Elementary program for ages 6-9 or 9-12.

Responsibilities

• Modeling a positive regard for the children, their work, and their personal dignity
• Preparing an environment for optimal growth and development – academic, social, physical, and emotional
• Maintain beauty, cleanliness, and order in the environment
• Guiding, and assessing students through the AMI Elementary curriculum
• Engaging in collaboration with faculty and staff.
• Communicating with families on a regular basis under the direction of the lead teacher
• Attending overnight experiences for the students (grades 3 and up)
• Support all school policies and procedures
• Attend required school events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Be enthusiastic, flexible, and have a passion for personal learning
• Experience in working with students
• The ability to create a learning environment that engages students
• Commitment to the goals of Montessori education

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: Regularly sit, talk, and listen Regularly uses close and distance vision

The Post Oak School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnic origin with regard to hiring, admission or in the administration of any of its programs.