Grade Levels: Preschool - 5th Grade

Position Overview
The Resource Teacher will strengthen student learning and behavioral support by coordinating targeted interventions, partnering with teachers, and supporting students and families while promoting consistent, research-based practices across classrooms. This collaborative, non-evaluative teaching role enhances instruction by helping implement effective school-wide systems, providing instructional strategies and curriculum support, working with students through small groups or targeted support, and monitoring progress to guide next steps.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and create individualized student educational plans for students needing academic, social, or behavioral support, ensuring consistent strategies across classrooms.
• Help develop a system of support to identify students early and provide appropriate interventions.
• Provide direct student support through:
• Small-group academic instruction for underachieving students
• Enrichment groups for overachieving students
• Social skills and citizenship instruction
• Targeted behavioral intervention as needed
• Collaborate with and train teachers and teacher assistants in differentiation, behavior support, and effective instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and school administrators to support school-wide events and community culture
• Uphold the mission and values of the school

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
• Current Oklahoma Teaching Certification
• Minimum (5) five years of successful school-based experience in education, counseling, or student support services
• Minimum of (3) three years of successful experience with progress monitoring, designing interventions, and responding to interventions
• Knowledge of positive behavior interventions, social-emotional learning (SEL), restorative practices, trauma-informed practices, and family engagement
• Knowledge of current research on academic, behavioral, and social-emotional learning (SEL) interventions
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collect and analyze data to drive decision-making and improvement

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and letters of recommendation to Michael Zeigler, Head of School, at mzeigler@smesedmond.org.

St. Mary’s Episcopal School is accepting applications for elementary teachers for the 2026-2027 school year.

Salary and benefits are competitive.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Exhibits enthusiasm for teaching and learning
• Make subject matter relevant and applicable to life beyond the classroom
• Empowers students to explore the world with curiosity
• Has experience designing innovative curriculum and diverse assessments
• Scaffolds the learning experience to provide guidance and support for all students
• Finds joy in professional development and continued growth as a lead learner
• Believes in the importance of We and strives for valuable collaboration with colleagues
• Balances personal and professional commitments to model for students a life of balance, purpose, and joy

Responsibilities:

• Prepare daily lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate for both age and skill level
• Provide structure through positive classroom management in order to foster confidence, creativity, and learning
• Participate in curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions
• Support and adhere to administration and school-wide policies

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Elementary Education Certification
• Deep understanding of child development and best practices in education
• Ability to utilize technology to enhance student learning
• Positive, proactive, and clear communication style with colleagues, students, and parents

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and letters of recommendation to Michael Zeigler, Head of School, at mzeigler@smesedmond.org. 

Grade Levels: Kindergarten–5th Grade

Position Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Elementary Music Teacher to join our school community. The ideal candidate has a passion for teaching music to young learners, understands age-appropriate instruction, and fosters a positive, engaging classroom environment. This role involves teaching music to students in Kindergarten through 5th grade and coordinating one performance per grade level each school year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate music instruction for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade
• Develop and implement lesson plans that introduce foundational music concepts such as rhythm, melody, movement, singing, and basic music literacy
• Maintain a well-managed, structured, and supportive classroom environment
• Prepare each grade level for one performance per school year, including rehearsals and coordination with school staff
• Assess student progress and provide feedback appropriate to each age level
• Organize classroom materials, music resources, and performance needs efficiently
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and school administrators to support school-wide events and community culture
• Uphold the mission and values of the school

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience teaching elementary-aged children (music teaching experience preferred)
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage diverse learners
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Enthusiastic, positive, and flexible teaching style
• Ability to design age-appropriate lessons and performances
• Positive, proactive, and clear communication style with colleagues, students, and parents

Preferred (but not required)

• Degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field
• Experience working in a private or independent school setting

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and letters of recommendation to Michael Zeigler, Head of School, at mzeigler@smesedmond.org.

Grade Levels: Preschool - Kindergarten

Position Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and nurturing Early Childhood Music & Science Teacher to join our school community in a part-time role. The ideal candidate has a passion for introducing young learners to foundational music and early science exploration through play-based, hands-on experiences. This role focuses on creating joyful, developmentally appropriate learning environments that spark curiosity, creativity, and wonder while supporting the mission and values of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, age-appropriate music and introductory science experiences for Early Childhood students
• Develop and implement hands-on lessons that incorporate rhythm, movement, singing, exploration, observation, and early scientific thinking
• Foster a structured, positive classroom environment that supports social-emotional growth
• Collaborate with Early Childhood teachers to align lessons with classroom themes and developmental goals
• Prepare students for occasional informal performances, demonstrations, or showcases as appropriate
• Maintain organization of classroom materials, instruments, and science resources
• Support school-wide events and contribute positively to the Early Childhood community
• Uphold the mission and values of the school

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience working with young children in a classroom, enrichment, or early learning setting
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practice for Early Childhood learners
• Ability to integrate movement, creativity, and inquiry-based learning
• Strong classroom management grounded in warmth, consistency, and clear expectations
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with teachers and families
• Flexible, positive, and creative teaching style

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and letters of recommendation to Michael Zeigler, Head of School, at mzeigler@smesedmond.org.

The Opportunity
St. Mary’s seeks a friendly, organized Business Office Associate to support the daily operations of the Business Office. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping people, keeping things running smoothly, and taking ownership of recurring administrative and bookkeeping tasks. The role also supports the Chief Financial Officer and the school’s accounting services partner (who provides controller-level services to the school).

This role is fast-paced, service-oriented, and highly detail-driven, with daily work involving customer service, data entry, document preparation, and routine business office support.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide warm, timely assistance to parents and staff with basic billing, payment, or benefits questions.
• Process payments, issue receipts, and help families with tuition and billing information.
• Enter and maintain accurate financial and personnel data across school systems.
• Gather and submit payroll information and timesheet approvals.
• Process employee and volunteer expense reimbursements.
• Prepare and submit purchase orders and vendor invoices for review.
• Support onboarding and offboarding steps, including background checks and benefits paperwork.
• Maintain organized digital and paper files for financial, HR, and operational documents.
• Assist with routine bookkeeping tasks such as matching records between systems and preparing documents for reviews or audits.
• Provide polished administrative support, including scheduling, document formatting, and preparing Board materials.
• Assist with vendor coordination and modernization projects.

Preferred Qualifications
• Three or more years in administrative support, bookkeeping, customer service, HR support, or office operations.
• Strong communication skills and a warm, professional presence.
• Attention to detail and comfort with repetitive tasks and checklists.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general comfort learning new systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow procedures accurately.
• A collaborative teammate with strong follow-through and initiative.

Schedule and Compensation
Full-time during the academic year with a reduced summer schedule. Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications; includes a comprehensive benefits package with 50% tuition remission for eligible dependents of employees.

How to Apply
Send a résumé and brief cover note describing your relevant experience and interest in the position to Richard Magann, Chief Financial Officer, at rmagann@smesedmond.org.

A detailed job description is available upon request.

Substitute teachers are always encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send a resume to Stacy Javaheri, Dean of Faculty, at sjavaheri@smesedmond.org.

St. Mary's Episcopal School is seeking fun, energetic, and flexible teachers for the School's Before and After School Program - Beyond the Classroom (BTC). BTC students are all enrolled at St. Mary's Episcopal School and range in age from 2.5 years old - 5th grade. BTC runs from 7:15-8:15 each morning and 3:15-6:00 each evening. Flexible days and hours are available.

Applicants should be personable, creative, flexible, and have a genuine desire to work with elementary and early childhood aged students in a private school environment.

This is an ideal job for a candidate pursuing a degree in education.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a positive, nurturing, and safe environment for each individual student.
• Supervise children in a variety of environments - playground, technology lab, classrooms, etc.
• Treat children with dignity and respect
• Help maintain a neat and organized space
• Supervises activities to ensure safety at all times
• Report to the Director any problem that may occur with the children
• Greets parents and children with salutations and smiles
• Maintains a professional attitude at all times

Qualifications:

• GED preferred
• Must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children, and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the School's program and philosophy.

To Apply:
Interested applicants should send a completed application to Derinda Heaslet, BTC Director, at btc@smesedmond.org

BTC Application

• A collaborative, supportive work environment with mentorship and peer connection.
• Regular faculty celebrations (Teacher Appreciation Week, birthdays, luncheons).
• School support for all classroom supply needs.
• Regular professional development workshops to grow instructional and leadership skills.
• Special faculty chapel services marking the start and end of the school year.

• Paid holidays include Spring, Fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas breaks.
• Sick, emergency, and bereavement leave to support personal and family needs.
• Flexible personal days to maintain work‑life balance.

• Medical Insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• Dental & Vision coverage.
• Life Insurance to protect your family’s future.
• Long‑Term Disability and voluntary AFLAC plans.
• Optional supplemental plans available.

• Automatic 2% school contribution to your 403(b) after one year of service.
• 100% match of employee contributions up to 2% of salary.
• Increased employer match up to 4% after 10 years.
• Support for tax‑advantaged retirement saving strategies.

• Pre‑tax contributions reduce taxable income.
• Options for dependent care and unreimbursed medical/dental expenses.
• Guidance on enrollment and maximizing your FSA benefits.

• Financial support for approved continuing education, workshops, and conferences.
• Dedicated professional development events each school year.
• Opportunities to present, lead, or expand curricular offerings as part of expedited career growth.

• 50% tuition discount for children of faculty and staff.
• Complimentary before & after school care for eligible employees’ children.
• Classroom discretionary funds for supplies and materials.
• Options to extend your involvement with tutoring, after‑school clubs, and seasonal programs.