Employment
Employment at Regis is more than a job, it is an opportunity to join a community of learners who seek challenge, commitment, and strong relationships with all members of our school community.
Because we are a small, young and growing independent Catholic school, much is required of our administrators, faculty and staff. In return, Regis strives to provide competitive salaries, benefits and opportunities for growth. All members of the community are encouraged to participate in the life of the school and to continue their professional development. Our faculty must demonstrate a dedication to their teaching and strive to be creative and reflective as educators.
Our education of young people is inspired by the conviction that it is only in coming to know one's true self that one can become an inspired agent of transformation. Focused on the development of the whole person, Sacred Heart education engages each student's heart, mind, and will. As we accompany children and young people of all faiths, our hope is to educate Sacred Heart graduates to be their best for the world.
Sacred Heart School Identity
Why Regis?
About Our School
Regis is an independent boys' school for Pre-K3 through eighth grade students. Through a unique mix of challenging academics and the values of the Sacred Heart, Regis empowers students of all faiths to become lifelong scholars and authentic, compassionate leaders. As a member of the Sacred Heart Network of Schools, Regis commits itself to live the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education.
Benefits
Health Insurance Plan
The Regis School of the Sacred Heart provides you and your family with the option of choosing between two medical plans. These plans provide for preventive and medical services, including office visits, well baby care, immunizations, hospitalizations, worldwide emergency care and prescription drug coverage. Employee contribution towards premium will vary depending upon level of coverage. Elected benefits begin on the first of the month following your date of hire.
Dental and Vision Insurance Plan
The Regis School offers employees and their dependents the opportunity to enroll in Dental benefits. Employee only dental insurance is covered at 100%. Vision insurance is also available for purchase.
Other Benefits
The Regis School provides eligible employees with Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance in an amount equal to 1.5x basic annual earnings, up to $50,000. This benefit is 100% paid by Regis. In addition, Regis provides eligible employees with short term disability (STD) insurance in the event of a disability due to a non-occupational illness or injury. This benefit is 100% paid by Regis. You also have the option to purchase Long – Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance and enroll in FSA plan for medical and dependent expenses. Regis offers a generous paid time off package and paid holidays.
TIAA Annuity Plan
Regis contributes a percentage of the employee's base salary to the retirement plan for all eligible full time employees. Additionally, a voluntary supplemental plan is also available to contribute pre tax dollars. Employees also can take advantage of TIAA personal financial counseling sessions.
Professional Development Program
Regis provides ongoing support for obtaining educational advancement.
Why Houston?
Regis is located just minutes from downtown Houston and from our sister school, Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart. The location offers easy access to academic, scientific, technological and medical institutions for spousal employment. Houston is known for excellent universities, culture, travel, world class hospitals, expert medical care and low cost of living.
Current Openings
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, current resume and three references as listed in the specific job opening. Candidates must also complete the Regis online application.
- Director of Learning Support Services
- Lower School Lead Teacher
- Lower School Math Specialist
- MakerSpace Teacher
- Early Childhood Assistant Teacher
- Lower School Assistant Teacher
- Substitute Teacher
Director of Learning Support Services
Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Director of Learning Support Services.
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 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 Director of Learning Support Services will work in connection with our School Counselor and Math and Reading Specialists to create more tailored programs of support for those students who need such support or enrichment to be successfully engaged in our program—inclusive of those who have diagnoses, those who generally experience struggle, and those who need enrichment or expansion upon the school’s curriculum. This is a blend of an administrative position and a “boots-on-the-ground” role that will involve working with a caseload of students. The Director of Learning Support Services will report to the Lower School Division Head.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support students with different learning needs, from high-performing to struggling learners, through direct intervention across both the Lower School and Middle School divisions.
- Work collaboratively and in conjunction with division heads, academic specialists, dean of students, counselor, and teachers, to identify and target individual student learning needs and opportunities.
- Assist in developing and implementing intervention schedule for students to access Regis-based academic specialists; assist private tutors in developing an on-campus intervention schedule.
- Coordinate standardized testing schoolwide, in coordination with division heads.
- Meet with teachers and staff at grade level meetings to discuss and plan for student needs.
- In coordination with division heads, analyze formal and informal data on individual students. Effectively communicate this analyzed data with teachers and parents regarding student progress. Help these stakeholders understand how to move from data to action steps.
- Keep organized records while maintaining confidentiality and privacy.
- Review psycho-educational and psychological evaluations as needed and attend Child Study Meetings and Student Support Meetings to collaborate and assist in determining appropriate accommodations and strategies to best bolster student success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required, Masters Degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience
- Current Teaching Certificate preferred
- Experience in providing research-based academic intervention to students with a variety of learning needs (special education certification preferred)
- Knowledge of differentiated pedagogical approaches to teaching and learning, especially as pertains to learning needs outside the norm.
- Knowledge of and proficiency with technology in today’s 21st Century classroom
- Knowledge of and proficiency with utilizing technology
- CPR certification/Safe Environment training (part of onboarding process)
- References that speak to strengths
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, current resume, and three references to Mrs. Sheila Messina, Assistant to the Head of School, via email at smessina@theregisschool.org. Candidates must also complete the Regis online application.
Lower School Lead Teacher
Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Lower School Lead Teacher.
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 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 Lead Teacher serves as the main communicator in the process of conveying knowledge to students in kindergarten through fourth grades and reports directly to the Lower School Division Head. In this capacity, the teacher must display a thorough knowledge of the subject to be taught, work to develop the potential of all students, and demonstrate a positive ability to work harmoniously with others.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties of Lower School Lead Teacher Relating to Faith:
- Support and implement the philosophy and mission of Sacred Heart education and that of Regis.
- Serve as a positive Christian role model for students, parents, colleagues, and the larger Sacred Heart community.
- Actively participate in nurturing the spiritual growth of the community, particularly modeling the five Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria.
Duties of Lower School Lead Teacher Relating to Curriculum and Management:
- Implement curriculum as any defined for Sacred Heart schools, addenda written and designed specifically for Regis and by archdiocesan curriculum guides, Texas Education Agency essential knowledge elements, and national standards.
- Prepare in advance and according to required format quarterly curriculum maps, and daily lesson plans for instruction, and submit to the Lower School Division Head on the first day of each week.
- Maintain complete and precise records (attendance, grading, progress, behavioral, disciplinary, etc.) as required.
- Create a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying student work, maintaining colorful and attractive bulletin boards, arranging furniture/materials to assure effective use of instructional space as well as provide for safety.
- Develop a positive classroom environment by maintaining fair and consistent discipline and maximum supervision of students at all times.
- Motivate students through active involvement and enthusiastic presentations which stress current research on optimal instructional methods for boys.
- Provide for individual differences in abilities and learning styles.
- Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, field trips, etc. as assigned.
- Use classroom time for efficient and effective instruction which promotes learning.
- Evaluate student progress frequently and thoroughly using a variety of methods/tools.
- Prepare weekly reports on academic and behavioral progress, interim progress reports, and report cards for parents.
- Monitor student use of parent home communications, homework notebooks, etc.
- Be knowledgeable of all policies, rules, and regulations as stated in all Regis handbook.
- Observe and enforce procedures and policies contained in handbooks with consistency and without discrimination.
Duties of Lower School Lead Teacher Relating to Communication:
- Work in a cooperative manner with administration to provide mutual support through sharing of knowledge of class instruction, activities, concerns, and problems.
- Work in a cooperative manner with Lower School team members, ancillary teachers, administration, and other staff members to plan and execute activities/ and programs suitable for Lower School students.
- Communicate appropriately with parents and students the subject matter that will be taught as well as planned activities.
- Encourage and strive to keep open and prompt communication with parents utilizing procedures and formats defined for Regis.
- Attend Lower School division meetings and general faculty meetings arriving promptly and providing appropriate input/feedback.
- Initiate or participate in teacher/parent/student conferences as needed and required.
- Notify the administration immediately of any emergency affecting the safety or welfare of students or staff.
Duties of Lower School Lead Teacher Relating to Professional Performance:
- Keep abreast of developments in curriculum and learning.
- Take advantage of opportunities to further professional growth.
- Fulfill all requirements for professional growth set by Regis and necessary to maintain memberships and accreditations.
- Develop a plan for self improvement and enrichment by annually setting personal goals based on the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria.
- Participate in scheduled inservice training programs and attend all meetings as called by the Head of School and the Lower School Division Head.
- Maintain a professional attitude, appearance, and manner which strengthens respect for the teaching profession and Regis.
- Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills in working with students, parents, colleagues, and larger community.
- Maintain confidentiality in all matters, thus respecting the rights of students, parents, colleagues, and the school community.
Additional Duties of Lower School Lead Teacher:
- Accept willingly any reasonable special assignment and be receptive to making suggestions for improvements that reflect initiative and creativity.
- Accept fair share of responsibility for extracurricular activities (examples: academic competitions, holiday programs, Go Texan Day, etc.).
- Serve on committees as requested by the administration.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience
- Current Teaching Certificate
- Knowledge of and proficiency with technology in today’s 21st Century classroom
- Knowledge of and proficiency with utilizing technology
- CPR certification/Safe Environment training (part of onboarding process)
- References that speak to strengths
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, current resume, and three references to Mrs. Sheila Messina, Assistant to the Head of School, via email at smessina@theregisschool.org. Candidates must also complete the Regis online application.
Lower School Math Specialist
Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Lower School Math Specialist.
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 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
As a Sacred Heart Educator, the Lower School Math Specialist’s primary purpose is to provide an academically innovative mathematics curriculum that is stimulating, challenging and tailored for boys. The educational environment that is established must be in accordance with the Goals & Criteria of the Sacred Heart mission.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Re-teach, reinforce, and/or consolidate specific mathematics skills or concepts with students in small groups and individually.
- Provide accelerated math instruction and enrichment as needed to students in kindergarten through fourth grade.
- Work in conjunction with classroom teachers to establish goals and objectives for students using developmentally appropriate evaluation procedures and regularly review these with teachers and parents.
- Collaborate with teachers to plan instruction and analyze assessment data with the goal of meeting diverse student needs.
- Act as a liaison between school, parents and outside support specialists; communicate regularly with all constituencies regarding student recommendations, supports and ongoing assessments.
- Stay current on best practices in mathematics instruction
- Organize, lead, plan and provide developmentally appropriate boy-centered math instruction.
- Plan and implement curriculum and support a differentiated classroom environment to meet the needs of students.
- Provide activities that encourage innovation, exploration, problem-solving and utilize technology.
- Support STEM and creative initiatives beyond the classroom that enhance interdisciplinary student learning.
- Maintain an open and cooperative relationship with students, colleagues and parents.
- Participate in faculty and department meetings, serve on committees and perform various faculty supervisory duties as needed.
- Possess a love for teaching boys and utilize boy-friendly teaching techniques.
- Engage in Professional Development and commit to consistent growth as an educator.
- Promote excellent communication skills, attention to detail and maintain accurate record-keeping.
- Proficient in the methods of remote learning, utilizing technology tools to aid in the instruction of math skills.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience
- Current Teaching Certificate preferred
- Knowledge of and proficiency with technology in today’s 21st Century classroom
- Knowledge of and proficiency with utilizing technology
- CPR certification/Safe Environment training (part of onboarding process)
- References that speak to strengths
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, current resume, and three references to Mrs. Sheila Messina, Assistant to the Head of School, via email at smessina@theregisschool.org. Candidates must also complete the Regis online application.
MakerSpace Teacher
Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Early Childhood and Lower School MakerSpace Teacher.
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 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
As a Sacred Heart Educator, the MakerSpace Teacher’s primary purpose is to provide an academically innovative curriculum tailored for boys, that is stimulating and challenging. The educational environment that is established must be in accordance with the Goals & Criteria of the Sacred Heart mission.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach Pre-K3 through Fourth Grade MakerSpace classes.
- Organize, lead, plan and provide developmentally appropriate, boy-centered instruction.
- Plan and implement curriculum and support a differentiated classroom environment to meet the needs of students.
- Plan and implement curriculum that is vertically aligned throughout Early Childhood and Lower School.
- Collaborate directly with Early Childhood and Lower School lead teachers to integrate classroom curriculum into MakerSpace projects
- Provide activities that encourage innovation, exploration, problem-solving, critical thinking and utilize the use of technology.
- The teacher’s skill and disposition promote love and respect, equitable participation, critical thinking and student leadership.
- Create and teach coding programming that spirals through the various grade levels taught.
- Knowledge of the Engineering Design Process and the ability to effectively teach the series of steps that are instrumental in guiding students to success.
- Understanding of Growth Mindset and how it is integral in STEM education.
- Play an integral role in supporting and enhancing the growth of the MakerSpace curriculum.
- Support STEM and creative initiatives beyond the classroom that enhance interdisciplinary student learning.
- Creatively integrate math, science and technology
- Maintain an open and cooperative relationship with students, colleagues and parents.
- Participate in faculty and department meetings, serve on committees and perform various faculty supervisory duties.
- Possess a love for teaching boys and utilize boy-friendly teaching techniques.
- Engage in Professional Development and commit to consistent growth as an educator.
- Promote excellent communication skills, attention to detail and maintain accurate record-keeping.
- Collaborate with the Director of Technology and Administrative team to maintain and enhance the Apple Distinguished School and STEM certified school status.
- Organize supplies for efficient use of class time and be a good steward of supplies and resources allocated to MakerSpace.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience
- Current Teaching Certificate preferred
- Knowledge of and proficiency with technology in today’s 21st Century classroom
- Experience/Knowledge teaching Coding, Robotics, Design Thinking and emerging technologies
- Knowledge of and proficiency with utilizing technology
- CPR certification/Safe Environment training (part of onboarding process)
- References that speak to strengths
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, current resume, and three references to Mrs. Sheila Messina, Assistant to the Head of School, via email at smessina@theregisschool.org. Candidates must also complete the Regis online application.
Early Childhood Assistant Teacher
Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Early Childhood Assistant Teacher.
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 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 Assistant Teacher’s primary purpose is to assist the Lead Teacher in delivering an academically innovative classroom environment that is stimulating and challenging. The educational environment that is established must be in accordance with the Goals & Criteria of the Sacred Heart mission.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the supportive management of a classroom in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and curricular plan of the school.
- Work cooperatively with the lead teacher to provide developmentally appropriate boy-centered instruction.
- Help to create and maintain a classroom culture of well-being, health, and safety - both physical and emotional.
- Share responsibility in the preparation of teaching materials.
- Conduct small-group activities for an assigned group of students, share responsibility for large-group activities, and use appropriate adult/child interaction strategies with all students.
- Assume responsibility for the classroom at any given time.
- Maintain regular communication with supervisors and contribute to the overall effective operation of the Early Childhood program.
Qualifications
- Associates' degree required, Bachelors' degree or higher preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience
- Knowledge of and proficiency with technology in today’s 21st Century classroom
- Knowledge of and proficiency with utilizing technology
- CPR certification/Safe Environment training (part of onboarding process)
- References that speak to strengths
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, current resume, and three references to Mrs. Sheila Messina, Assistant to the Head of School, via email at smessina@theregisschool.org. Candidates must also complete the Regis online application.
Lower School Assistant Teacher
Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Lower School Assistant Teacher.
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 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 Assistant Teacher’s primary purpose is to assist the Lead Teacher in delivering an academically innovative classroom environment that is stimulating and challenging. The educational environment that is established must be in accordance with the Goals & Criteria of the Sacred Heart mission.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the supportive management of a classroom in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and curricular plan of the school.
- Work cooperatively with the lead teacher to provide developmentally appropriate boy-centered instruction.
- Help to create and maintain a classroom culture of well-being, health, and safety - both physical and emotional.
- Share responsibility in the preparation of teaching materials.
- Conduct small-group activities for an assigned group of students, share responsibility for large-group activities, and use appropriate adult/child interaction strategies with all students.
- Assume responsibility for the classroom at any given time.
- Maintain regular communication with supervisors and contribute to the overall effective operation of the Lower School program.
Qualifications
- Associates' degree required, Bachelors' degree or higher preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience
- Knowledge of and proficiency with technology in today’s 21st Century classroom
- Knowledge of and proficiency with utilizing technology
- CPR certification/Safe Environment training (part of onboarding process)
- References that speak to strengths
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, current resume, and three references to Mrs. Sheila Messina, Assistant to the Head of School, via email at smessina@theregisschool.org. Candidates must also complete the Regis online application.
Substitute Teacher
Job Description
The Substitute Teacher is directly accountable to the Early Childhood, Lower or Middle School Head. S/he works with the Head, students and faculty members to ensure that the spirit and life of the School reflect the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education. The fundamental trait of a Sacred Heart educator is a loving and generous spirit. The Substitute Teacher has responsibility for:
- Having a personal and professional understanding of and commitment to the Schools’ philosophy; the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria; and to working in a God-centered atmosphere
- Working with the appropriate Division Head to execute responsibilities relating to the academic program: when substitute teaching in a classroom the Substitute Teacher should be following the curriculum developed and put in place by the Faculty member, following the unit plans for the class left by the Lead Teacher, following REGIS classroom management plans.
- Maintaining a professional, positive and constructive relationship with colleagues, administrators and staff and understanding that the property of the School is communal
- Actively participating in and supporting the disciplinary guidelines of the School and carrying them out with respect for the integrity of each child
- Attending liturgies, prayer services, assemblies, faculty meetings, grade level meetings, workshops, in-service meetings, Parent/Teacher Conferences and other school functions, as requested
- Understanding the use of unscheduled class time, between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., as time for classroom planning, professional development and time given to assist in the overall needs of the School
- Being ready to fill additional duties when asked (i.e., playground supervision, lunchroom supervision, etc.)
- Maintaining communication with the administration and the parents regarding each student’s progress
- Responding to all communication – e.g., voice mail, e-mail and written notes –within one business day. Voice mail and e-mail must be cleared twice daily (morning and afternoon).
- Having a working knowledge of the school technology program, laptops, and software necessary to the implementation of the curriculum
- Maintaining clear, accurate, up-to-date classroom records including:
- Lesson plans
- Assessments and rubrics
- Attendance
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree required
- Degree work in a field of study that coordinates with education
- Teaching experience in an Elementary School preferred
Additional Information
Please address inquiries by e-mail to Laura Brunner at lbrunner@theregisschool.org and complete the online application.
general inquiries
For general inquiries, please contact:
Sheila Messina
Assistant to the Head of School
The Regis School of the Sacred Heart
7330 Westview Drive
Houston, TX 77055
Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, Regis seeks to attract qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds to its faculty and staff. The school is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other status protected by applicable law.