Lower School Assistant Teacher

Regis School of the Sacred Heart; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for the Lower School. This role is essential in supporting lead teachers and fostering a nurturing educational environment that aligns with the school's mission. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to building collaborative relationships within the school community. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young students' lives, contributing to their academic and personal growth. If you are passionate about education and thrive in a supportive team environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two years of classroom experience, especially at the elementary level.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in creating a supportive and academically rigorous classroom.
• Foster positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Relationship Building

Flexibility

Self-Motivation

Team Orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job 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:
Goal One: A Personal and Active Faith in God
Goal Two: A Deep Respect for Intellectual Values
Goal Three: A Social Awareness that Impels to Action
Goal Four: The Building of Community as a Christian Value
Goal Five: 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

1. 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.
2. Work cooperatively with the lead teachers to provide developmentally appropriate, boy-centered instruction.
3. Support differentiation through small-group instruction and large-group activities.
4. Help Regis students begin to develop a healthy relationship with their growing minds and bodies.
5. Share responsibility with the grade-level team in the preparation of teaching materials and the physical classroom environment.
6. Assist with the grading of assignments, homework, and assessments.
7. Be ready to assume responsibility for the classroom at any given time, if needed.
8. Foster collaborative and positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. Contribute to the overall effective operation of the Lower School program.
9. Participate in faculty and department meetings and trainings, and perform various supervisory duties as needed.
10. Attend school functions that support the school’s mission and vision, both during and outside the normal school day.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School and Lower School Division Head.

Qualifications

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