Kindergarten Teacher Aide (PT)

San Marcos Baptist Academy; San Marcos (TX); Presencial; USD 24.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

San Marcos Academy in San Marcos, Texas, seeks a Kindergarten Teacher Aide for the 2026–2027 school year to assist Kindergarten teachers with instruction and activities in a Christ-centered learning environment. Responsibilities include supervising transitions, supporting classroom routines, and collaborating with families and staff.

The position starts in September 2026 and follows the school calendar. Candidates should be dependable, energetic, and eager to work with young children in a

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with elementary-aged children preferred
• Early Childhood or Elementary Education coursework or experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team
• Patience, flexibility, dependability, and a love for working with young children
• Commitment to serving as a positive Christian role model for students

Responsabilidades

• Support Kindergarten teachers with daily classroom instruction, activities, centers, and small-group learning
• Assist students during classroom and grade-level transitions
• Provide additional supervision during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, Specials, and other Kindergarten activities
• Reinforce classroom routines, expectations, and positive student behavior
• Assist teachers in preparing classroom materials and maintaining an organized learning environment
• Help ensure the safety and appropriate supervision of students at all times
• Support the individual needs of students while encouraging independence and confidence
• Communicate professionally and work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, students, and families
• Model Christian values and actively support the mission and ministry of San Marcos Academy

Descripción del empleo

Description

Join a mission with eternal impact:

San Marcos Academy (SMA), located in San Marcos, one of the fastest growing regions in Texas, is a fully accredited private Christian school for students in PreK 3 through 12th grade, with a boarding program for students in grades 6–12. Since 1907, the Academy has provided a tradition of excellence in private Christian education, preparing young men and women for lives of leadership, service, and faith. Our students from across Texas, the United States, and around the world call SMA home. For more information, visit www.smabears.org.

San Marcos Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and caring Kindergarten Teacher Aide to join our Lower School team for the 2026–2027 school year. The Kindergarten Teacher Aide will work alongside our Kindergarten teachers to support students throughout the school day and help create a safe, nurturing, engaging, and Christ-centered learning environment. Candidates must be dependable, energetic, and enjoy working with young children with a spirit of. patience, compassion. They should be able to inspire, encourage, and manage children with varying learning needs, personalities, and levels of independence. .

Responsibilities

• Support Kindergarten teachers with daily classroom instruction, activities, centers, and small-group learning
• Assist students during classroom and grade-level transitions throughout the school day
• Provide additional supervision and support during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, Specials, and other Kindergarten activities as needed
• Reinforce classroom routines, expectations, and positive student behavior
• Assist teachers in preparing classroom materials and maintaining an organized learning environment
• Help ensure the safety and appropriate supervision of students at all times
• Support the individual needs of students while encouraging independence and confidence
• Communicate professionally and work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, students, and families
• Model Christian values and actively support the mission and ministry of San Marcos Academy

Specific Benefits

This position follows the San Marcos Academy school calendar, including scheduled school holidays and breaks.

Compensation

Determined by experience

Start Date

September 2026

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with elementary-aged children preferred
• Early Childhood or Elementary Education coursework or experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team
• Patience, flexibility, dependability, and a love for working with young children
• Commitment to serving as a positive Christian role model for students