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