Careers at Austin Micro School
Teach at Austin Micro School
Austin Micro School builds Young Leaders through strong academics and hands-on learning. We're looking for people who enjoy working closely with students and want to help each one grow.
Why work here
What makes Austin Micro different
Small, mixed-age groups
Groups are small, so you get to know each student well. Older students help younger ones, and you see children grow over several years.
Room to teach
About a third of the day is unscheduled. You have time to give a student their next lesson when they're ready, and to check in afterward.
No homework, bells, or letter grades
Students show what they've mastered. Families get plain-language reports about what their child can do and what comes next.
Part of a team
Students learn from guides, mentors, specialists, community partners, and families. You work alongside all of them.
How we work
Four steps we repeat every day
Everyone who teaches here, in every program, works in the same four steps.
Observe
Watch students as they work, so you can see who is ready for a new lesson.
Prepare
Set up the materials and the space, and know the lesson well before you teach it.
Present
Teach the lesson to the whole group, a small group, or one student. Then give students time to practice on their own.
Record
Write down what you taught and what each student has mastered. Your notes tell you what to teach next.
Mentor
With adolescents, there's a fifth step. Expect each student's best work, give honest feedback, and take their questions seriously.
Open roles
Roles we hire for
Elementary (K–5)
Elementary Lead
Leads the K–5 classroom and the Elementary Guides.
- Schedule
- Full-time
- Pay
- Competitive, with benefits
Elementary Guide
Teaches all subjects, working with the Elementary Lead.
- Schedule
- Part-time or full-time
- Pay
- Competitive. Full-time includes benefits.
Adolescent Program (Grades 6–12)
Adolescent Lead
Teaches a subject, meets weekly with each student, and leads the Mentors.
- Schedule
- Part-time or full-time
- Pay
- Competitive. Full-time includes benefits.
Mentor
Teaches one subject, then tutors and coaches students as they practice.
- Schedule
- Part-time, flexible hours
- Pay
- Competitive hourly pay
Hiring process
What happens after you apply
- 1
Apply
Fill out the online application and upload your resume.
- 2
Conversation
A call about your experience and the role.
- 3
Visit
Visit the campus and see the classroom in action.
- 4
Checks
A background check, a drug screen, and employment verification, including references.
- 5
Offer
We agree on your role, schedule, and start date.
Growth
Training is included
Training is included for everyone who teaches here. It takes place at several points during the year, and your Lead coaches you along the way. You'll learn how to tell when a student is ready for a new lesson, how to teach a short, clear lesson, and how to keep simple records of what each student has learned.
Guides and Mentors who want more responsibility can grow into a Lead role.
Questions
Frequently asked
Do I need Montessori certification?
No. Montessori training or experience is a plus for the Elementary Lead role. Training in how we teach is included for everyone.
Do I need a teaching degree?
Not for the Elementary Guide or Mentor roles. Mentors bring depth in their subject from study, work, or both. The Lead roles ask for classroom teaching experience.
How do part-time hours work?
You set your hours with our Director of Operations at the start of each cycle, based on the sessions and support your role needs.
What checks are required?
Everyone who works here completes a background check, a drug screen, and employment verification, including references, before they start.
Where is the school?
All roles are in person at 13203 Gunsmith Drive, Manchaca, TX 78652.
Ready to apply?
The application takes about five minutes. Have your resume ready as a PDF or Word file.
Equal opportunity employer
Austin Micro School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
If you need an accommodation to apply or interview, email admissions@austinmicroschool.org and we'll help.
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