Lower School Assistant Teacher

The Regis School; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent Catholic school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for the Lower School. In this role, you will support lead teachers in fostering a nurturing and academically rigorous classroom environment. Your contributions will help create a culture of well-being and safety for young learners, while also promoting their social and emotional health. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with a passionate team, engage with students, and participate in the vibrant school community. If you are a motivated individual with a strong educational background and a commitment to student development, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred and two years of classroom experience.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in creating a nurturing classroom environment.
• Support differentiation and help students develop healthy relationships.
• Participate in faculty meetings and school functions.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Team-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for the role of “Teaching Assistant” in the Lower
School for the 2025-26 school year. This role reports to the Lower School Division
Head.

Our Regis Community
Founded in 1991, The Regis School of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic
school for boys in grades Pre-Kindergarten 3 through eighth grade. Regis holds
membership with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools and is accredited through the
Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and the Texas Catholic
Conference of Bishops Education Department.

As a Sacred Heart School our mission is rooted in The Five Goals of Sacred Heart
Education:

1. A Personal and Active Faith in God
2. A Deep Respect for Intellectual Values
3. A Social Awareness that Impels to Action
4. The Building of Community as a Christian Value
5. Personal Growth in an Atmosphere of Wise Freedom

Job Description
The Lower School Teaching Assistant’s primary purpose is to assist the Lead Teachers
at a designated grade level in creating an academically rigorous classroom
environment that is nurturing and supportive. The educational environment that is
established must be in accordance with the Goals & Criteria of the Sacred Heart
mission.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teachers at the grade level in creating and maintaining a classroom culture of well-being, safety, and physical, social, and emotional health.
• Work cooperatively with the lead teachers to provide developmentally appropriate, boy-centered instruction.
• Support differentiation through small-group instruction and large-group activities.
• Help Regis students begin to develop a healthy relationship with their growing minds and bodies.
• Share responsibility with the grade-level team in the preparation of teaching materials and the physical classroom environment.
• Assist with the grading of assignments, homework, and assessments.
• Be ready to assume responsibility for the classroom at any given time, if needed.
• Foster collaborative and positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. Contribute to the overall effective operation of the Lower School program.
• Participate in faculty and department meetings and trainings, and perform various supervisory duties as needed.
• Attend school functions that support the school’s mission and vision, both during and outside the normal school day.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School and Lower School Division Head.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• A minimum of two years of classroom experience, particularly at the elementary level.
• Experience in an independent school environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills; self-motivated and responsible.
• Diplomatic, tactful, and possessing the ability to show grace under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal relationship-building skills; team-oriented.
• Flexibility and “can do” attitude toward supporting colleagues as needed.
• Positive and energetic, while maintaining a growth mindset.
• References that speak to strengths.