Lower School Teacher

Overview of Position

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Lower School Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at our 31st Street campus in Austin, Texas.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate educator who prioritizes fostering a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement, self-confidence, and academic curiosity.

We are looking for an individual who has a strong background in elementary educational pedagogy, is committed to growing professionally, and thrives in a collaborative setting.

St. Andrew’s Lower School teachers plan and deliver engaging lessons in core subjects, which may include Math, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies, while using differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning styles and needs of students.

Our teaching teams collaborate closely to ensure a consistent, cohesive approach to instruction, utilizing the Responsive Classroom method to foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.

Teachers regularly assess student progress through a variety of methods and provide ongoing feedback to students and families.

ALL ST. ANDREW’S LOWER SCHOOL FACULTY MEMBERS:

• Support the mission and Episcopal Identity of the school
• Attend Responsive Classroom Training and provide consistent social and emotional development for students in a positive and collaborative learning environment
• Attend daily chapel
• Understand that they are more than just a classroom teacher & approach situations with a “student first” mindset
• Prioritize student relationships & foster a safe and predictable environment
• Attend weekly meetings to facilitate growth & learning: full faculty, grade/department-level, & other faculty meetings as needed
• Utilize professional development opportunities to continue growth in their craft
• Strive to connect & collaborate

• Strong background in elementary educational pedagogy
• Commitment to growing professionally
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative setting
• Experience in planning and delivering engaging lessons in core subjects
• Ability to use differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs