Substitute Teacher

Start Date: On or about August 18th, 2025

St. Stephen’s Episcopal School, Houston (SSESH) seeks caring and compassionate Substitute Teacher to work with students ages 15 months through 8th grade on an as-needed basis. Do you love guiding children in fun age-appropriate learning activities? SSESH offers small classroom environments, experienced teachers and colleagues, a welcoming community, and opportunities for advancement.

If you are interested in applying, please send a resume, a cover letter, as well as three references to: Career Opportunities - St. Stephen's Episcopal School Houston

Responsibilities:

• Monitor students engaged in independent work, group projects, or similar activities, ensuring respect for classmates and materials.
• Monitor outdoor time with a focus on safety, cooperative play, and fun.
• Organize and facilitate fun, educational activities for the children.
• Ensure the safety and care of the children.

Requirements:

• All persons employed at SSESH must be over the age of 18
• Experience working with children
• Confidence in the classroom as well as in communicating with parents and colleagues
• Experience with, appreciation for, or an interest in learning about Montessori education; Montessori certification preferred, but not required
• Authorization to work in the U.S
• Completion of Safeguarding God’s Children Training (provided by SSESH)
• A successful background check, including fingerprinting
• Willingness to obtain and maintain first aid, automated external defibrillator (AED), and CPR certification
• The position may require extended periods of time in a classroom or moving around campus
• The position may require you to lift objects up to around 40 pounds

To Apply:

If you are passionate about education and dedicated to helping children have a positive school experience, we encourage you to apply! Please submit a current resume, cover letter, and Montessori teaching credentials.

We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our community!