Presbyterian School serves about 550 students from pre-K through eighth grade in Houston, Texas. As a day school, the teaching schedule runs standard hours—faculty leave campus each afternoon and return home. This structure suits candidates already in Houston or relocating to Texas who want classroom work without boarding duties or evening residential responsibilities.
The school's mission ties family, school, and church together in supporting each child. That partnership shapes the calendar and daily culture. Presbyterian School is flourishing: it has strengthened its academic standing in recent years and deepened ties to families and the wider community. Teachers find a stable environment where sustained relationships with students become possible.
Teaching roles open across early childhood, elementary, and middle school grades. Spanish language programs run throughout, so bilingual teachers are especially valued. The school also hires counselors, administrative staff, and support roles. Unlike boarding schools, faculty are not expected to coach or serve as dorm parents. Roles stay focused and bounded, letting teachers pour energy into classroom work and family partnerships without added supervisory load.
Compensation is competitive within Houston's independent school market. The school offers health insurance and retirement contributions. Presbyterian School's financial position is solid—strong net assets support long-term stability and reinvestment in faculty and programs. The real distinctive edge is family engagement. Parents participate actively in school life, not as peripheral volunteers. Church connections infuse institutional values throughout the year, creating a coherent culture that candidates should understand before applying.
Signature programs
- Experiential learning through play and imagination (PK-K)
- Confidence in every Child problem-solving program (1st-5th)
- Middle school reflection and leadership (6th-8th)
Open positions at Presbyterian School
6 current openings. Click any role to apply directly on the school's site.
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