Job and Volunteer Opportunities
Our community partners are always eager to work with UH College of Education students and alumni. Some of these opportunities are for paid employment and others are for volunteers. We post opportunities that appear to be legitimate, although we have not researched each position. Please contact the person listed for more information. The most recent posting is always listed on top, and we will keep the listings for up to three months.
If you would like to post a position to this page, please fill out the Job Opportunity Request Form.
UH students can also find job opportunities on Cougar Pathway.
Job Listings
Teach for America
Posted: 4/16/2025
Ignite Fellowship
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in education while gaining invaluable experience. The Ignite Fellowship allows you to work alongside experienced teachers and contribute to educational equity in under-resourced communities. This is paid, virtual tutoring where you can expect to work 3-5 hours per week. Additionally, you can earn up to $1100 after completing your fellowship.
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Bailey Griswold
Recruitment Manager
25 Broadway, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10004
bailey.griswold@teachforamerica.org
https://www.teachforamerica.org/ignite-fellowship
Wharton Dual Language Academy
Posted: 4/16/2025
Bilingual or Dual Language teacher (PreK-8th grade)
We are looking for dynamic teachers to join our International Baccalaureate and Spanish Immersion Dual Language program. We are a two-way Spanish Immersion program that serves students from PreK-4 to 8th grade. We are looking for teachers like you that can lead the learning in grades PreK - 1st and 4th- 5th. Middle school opportunities may also be available.
This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Syreeta Lazarus
Assistant Principal
900 W. Gray St. Houston, TX 77019
syreeta.lazarus@houstonisd.org
713.535.3771
https://www.houstonisd.org/Domain/17375
Galena Park ISD - North Shore Ninth Grade
Posted: 4/15/2025
ELAR Teacher - English I
We are looking for an English I teacher for our ninth-grade center. The teacher would have 6 classes, two of which would be shared with a coteacher, and two conferences. Our school is one of the largest in the state! Applicants must be graduating this Spring, and they should be close to finishing their certification. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have!
This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Nicole Calleros (proud coog!)
ELAR Specialist
Houston TX 77015
ncalleros@galenaparkisd.com
956-346-6615
https://www.galenaparkisd.com/Domain/18
Mom's Best Friend
Posted: 4/15/2025
Full-Time Nanny in Mid-West Houston (77082)
A warm and welcoming family in Mid-West Houston is seeking a conscientious and loving full-time nanny to care for their two young children—a toddler boy (born 08/2022) and an infant girl (born 11/2024). They are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and will become a trusted, nurturing presence in their lives. The ideal candidate is reliable, proactive, and committed to supporting the children’s growth through age-appropriate play, engaging activities, and gentle guidance. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM | Start Date: ASAP | Compensation: $25–30/hour
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Elena Ramos
Staffing Specialist
Houston TX 77082
elena.ramos@mbfagency.com
281-578-2584
https://www.momsbestfriend.com/houston/
School of Science and Technology Advancement
Posted: 4/8/2025
Part Time after school Care ($16+), On call sub Teacher ($150 daily)
These are paid part time positions.
Contact Information:
Matt Dilli
Principal
12801 Brantrock Dr.
Houston TX 77082
hdilli@ssttx.org
713-405-0275
https://www.sstschools.org/
The Pangea Network
Posted: 3/28/2025
YWLC Intern
The Young Women’s Leadership Challenge (YWLC) by The Pangea Network is seeking passionate, driven interns from all academic backgrounds to join our dynamic team. This hands-on internship offers a unique opportunity to facilitate our holistic leadership curriculum, mentor high school students, and contribute to every aspect of program management—all while building connections with peers and professionals from diverse fields.
No matter your major or career path, the skills you develop through YWLC will set you apart. Our curriculum fosters leadership, assertiveness, financial literacy, public speaking, global citizenship, and social entrepreneurship—critical competencies for success in any field.
What You’ll Do:
- Facilitate interactive workshops that challenge and inspire young women to lead with confidence
- Mentor high school students, creating a space for meaningful conversations and personal growth
- Assist with program logistics, including planning, outreach, and event coordination
- Collaborate with a cohesive team committed to serving young women from all backgrounds in the Houston area
- Gain hands-on experience in education, nonprofit management, and leadership development
What You’ll Gain:
- Practical leadership skills that translate into any career path
- Professional development and networking with established leaders across industries
- Experience in public speaking, mentorship, and program coordination
- A collaborative, supportive team that values diverse perspectives and lifelong learning
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Kate Colston
US Programs Manager
The Woodlands, TX 77381
kate@thepangeanetwork.org
832-317-4024
https://empowered2lead.org/
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Posted: 3/27/2025
Health Education Specialist
The primary purpose of the Health Education Specialist is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate educational activities and programs for patients and their family members related to research in the Decision Support Lab and Decision Science Core Resource. Educational materials include patient decision aids and decision support interventions. Impacts the organization through development and implementation of patient education resources.This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Laura Crocker
Research Program Manager
Houston, TX 77030
lacovarrubias@mdanderson.org
https://jobs.mdanderson.org/Search/JobDetails/health-education-specialist/2bcf57da-b3e2-4335-9e7b-f06c1c8404f2
Autism Speaks
Posted: 3/24/2025
Volunteer
Volunteer in various roles for autism awareness event in Houston on April 11-12, 2025.
This is a volunteer part time position.
Contact Information:
John Stroble
Volunteer Team Lead
12131 Kirby | Houston, TX
Strobleja@gmail.com
https://signup.com/go/UYBczLT
Roberts Elementary - Houston Independent School District
Posted: 3/24/2025
Teachers
We are currently looking for certified elementary school teachers in the following grades - 5th (Reading/Social Studies), 4th Grade (self contained), 3rd grade and 1st grade. Please email Erica Zatzkin with a copy of your resume.
This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Erica Zatzkin
Assistant Principal
Houston, TX 77030
ezatzkin@houstonisd.org
713-295-5272
https://www.houstonisd.org/robertselem
YES Prep Public Schools
Posted: 3/17/2025
Teacher
Some of the work and responsibilities will include:
- Developing rigorous lessons in your specific content area, in 1:1 blended learning environments, in order to reignite your students for college and beyond while bridging gaps for marginalized communities
- Setting ambitious goals with your students and monitoring their progress while encouraging them through frequent and persistent feedback
- Tracking student growth and using data and feedback from coaches to create student growth plans when needed for student achievement concerns
This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Shai Epps
Talent Recruiter
Houston, TX 77033
qutina.epps@yesprep.org
713-967-8268
https://www.yesprep.org/
The Arc of Harris County
Posted: 3/17/2025
Camp Counselor
We are looking for dedicated volunteers to assist at our overnight Camp from June 2-7 at Camp Aranzazu in Rockport, TX. Volunteers will help support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in engaging activities, ensuring a fun, inclusive, and safe experience. Transportation from Houston is provided, and volunteers can earn up to 150 service hours if needed.
This is a volunteer position.
Contact Information:
Melissa Boyle
Programs Administrative Assistant
Houston, TX 77074
Arcprograms@aogh.org
713-957-1699 Ex. 115
https://www.thearchouston.org/
Mom's Best Friend
Posted: 3/10/2025
Part-Time Afternoon Nanny in the Greater Heights
A busy Greater Heights family seeks an afternoon nanny for their twin boys (8/2015) with ADHD, dyslexia, and math learning disabilities. No specialized skills are needed—just patience, boundary-setting, and compassion. The role is Monday–Friday, 2 p.m.–6 p.m. (20 guaranteed hours, $30/hr). Duties include school pickup and light household tasks like kids’ laundry, meal prep, and errands. The family is looking to hire ASAP.
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Elena Ramos
Staffing Specialist
Houston, TX 77018
elena.ramos@mbfagency.com
281-578-2584
https://www.momsbestfriend.com/houston/
Little Innovators Preschool
Posted: 3/10/2025
Assistant Director
Little Innovators Preschool is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director to support the daily operations of our innovative, play-based preschool for ages 3-5. This role involves assisting with staff supervision, curriculum implementation, and administrative tasks while fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about early childhood education, with strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative and supportive setting. Join us in shaping young minds for a brighter future!
Lead Teacher
Little Innovators Preschool is offering a volunteer internship opportunity for aspiring early childhood educators, with the potential to transition into a paid Lead Teacher position. This role involves guiding children (ages 3-5) through hands-on, play-based learning experiences while fostering a nurturing and engaging classroom environment. Interns will gain valuable mentorship, hands-on teaching experience, and professional development in a supportive setting. Ideal candidates are creative, patient, and passionate about early childhood education. This is a great opportunity to grow into a leadership role in a dynamic preschool setting!
Assistant Teacher
Little Innovators Preschool is offering a volunteer internship opportunity for aspiring early childhood educators, with the potential to transition into a paid Assistant Teacher position. This role involves guiding children (ages 3-5) through hands-on, play-based learning experiences while fostering a nurturing and engaging classroom environment. Interns will gain valuable mentorship, hands-on teaching experience, and professional development in a supportive setting. Ideal candidates are creative, patient, and passionate about early childhood education. This is a great opportunity to grow into a leadership role in a dynamic preschool setting!
These are volunteer full time positions.
Contact Information:
Lauren Reddick
Owner
Fulshear, TX 77441
earlyeducatorstx@gmail.com
832-819-0225
https://www.littleinnovatorstx.com/
Ivy Camps USA
Posted: 3/5/2025
Camp Instructor & Director (Summer 2025)
Ivy Camps USA is seeking passionate individuals for Instructor and Director roles for summer 2025. Instructors will lead engaging educational activities for children ages 6-18, while Directors will oversee camp operations and manage staff to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Positions are available in various international locations, with housing and transportation provided. This is a unique opportunity to gain leadership experience, work in a dynamic environment, and travel abroad. Competitive stipend offered based on program length.
This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Sophia Calder
Hiring and Training Manager
International Position
Sophia@ivycamps.org
508-745-1161
https://www.ivycampsusa.com/
The Kinkaid School
Posted: 3/3/2025
LS Third Grade Teacher
The Kinkaid School is seeking a Third Grade Teacher to join its Lower School starting in August 2025. Provide daily instruction to a classroom of up to 18 students. Create daily, differentiated instructional plans aligned with grade-level standards
LS Fourth Grade Teacher
The Kinkaid School is seeking a Fourth Grade Teacher to join its Lower School starting in August 2025. Provide daily instruction to a classroom of up to 18 students Create daily, differentiated instructional plans aligned with grade-level standards. Bachelor’s degree in education. Master’s degree preferred. A minimum of three years of experience teaching fourth grade, preferably at an independent school
These are paid full time positions.
Contact Information:
Goldie Arriola
Director of Human Resources
Houston, TX 77204
goldie.arrriola@kinkaid.org
https://www.kinkaid.org/careers
Southwest Public Schools
Posted: 2/25/2025
Instructional Aide - Special Education
DISTRICT CULTURE Southwest Public Schools believes in promoting a culture that embodies and fosters a collaborative approach to learning. Staff relationships are collegial, collaborative, and productive, and all staff members are held to high professional standards. Mistakes are not seen as failures, but as opportunities to learn and grow for both students and educators.
POSITION SUMMARY The Instructional Aide provides classroom support to students and teachers.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE Assists the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based on understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes Helps students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, and field trips Alerts the teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student Helps prepare/organize instructional materials for students with the assistance of the classroom teacher Helps to reinforce the safety and order of the classroom All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS Paraprofessional/Educational Aide certification requirements set by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) no exceptions; Associate's/Bachelor’s degree preferred Minimum of 1 year experience in applicable area, preferably in a school setting Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Experience working in a school setting with diverse student populations, parents, and other stakeholders Willing to travel to multiple campuses
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS Maintain regular attendance. Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into focus; judge distance (close and distant); reach with arms extended and use hands to manipulate the keyboard, smart board and other campus/office technology. Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds, including but not limited to: books, paper and classroom/office materials/supplies. This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling and/or the ability to be mobile. May work prolonged or irregular hours; maintain emotional control under stress. Ability to travel districtwide and statewide as needed by means of personal/private or public transportation in compliance with the state’s department of motor vehicle and/or public transportation laws.
EXPECTED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to build and sustain positive, collaborative relationships both internally and externally Ability to interpret laws, rules, and policies Ability to plan and present information to a variety of audiences Skills in written and oral communication, planning, and organization
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I have carefully read and understand the contents of this position description. I understand the responsibilities, requirements and duties expected of me. I understand that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, the employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the employer. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. I also understand that this position description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, and the employer has a similar right.
This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Taylor Mitchell
Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
Houston, TX 77057
tmitchell@swschools.org
713-784-6345
https://www.swschools.org/
Academic Outfitters of Houston
Posted: 2/18/2025
Retail Associate
Part-time, day-time (M-Sat 10 - 6) You will help customers with their school uniform needs, showing them the correct uniform items for their school, keep store clean, and learn different clothing decoration techniques and apply decoration to uniform items.
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Kim McAuliffe
Manager
Houston, TX 77081
Kim@AcademicOutfitters.com
713-660-0206
https://houston.academicoutfitters.com/
Conroe ISD
Posted: 2/18/2025
Professional Job Fair
The Professional Job Fair is for Teachers, School Counselors, Librarians, Administrators, SLPs, LSSPs, Diagnosticians and Registered Nurses.
These are paid full time positions.
Contact Information:
Kristy Stavinoha
Recruiter
Spring, TX 77386
kstavinoha@conroeisd.net
936-709-7819
https://www.conroeisd.net/o/cisd/page/job-fair
Mom's Best Friend
Posted: 2/5/2025
Afternoon/Evening Family Manager in Spring Branch
We are assisting a family in Spring Branch in their search for a Family Manager to help oversee the children's afternoon and evening activities. The role includes managing household tasks before the children arrive home from school, with the workday beginning between 3:00-4:00 PM. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00PM-7:00/8:00PM Pay: $25-30 per hour
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Elena Ramos
Staffing Specialist
Houston, TX 77055
elena.ramos@mbfagency.com
281-578-2584
https://www.momsbestfriend.com/houston/
Packwise Inc.
Posted: 1/30/2025
Lead Student Assistant
We are seeking a Student Assistant to join our team and play an integral role in the development of our new U.S. subsidiary. This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to a growing international business. You’ll take on a variety of tasks in office administration, customer service, and sales operations, making this the perfect role for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit.
This is a paid full time position.
Contact Information:
Leopold Meindl
Head of Business Development
Houston, TX 77002
leopold.meindl@packwise.io
339-500-8182
https://www.packwise.de/en/
Operation Fusion
Posted: 1/24/2025
Volunteer
Operation Fusion, a project of the Honors in Community Health organization, empowers refugee and immigrant youth through health education. Volunteers deliver engaging workshops on topics like nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention. In addition to leading workshops, volunteers participate in bi-weekly focus groups, contributing to lesson planning and team collaboration. Sessions are held Fridays from 2-3 PM at Las Americas Newcomer School, with plans to expand to an additional location this semester. Join us for impactful workshops and fun socials while making a difference in the community!
This is a volunteer part time position.
Contact Information:
Sharlet Mathew
Project Head
Houston, TX 77074
sharletmathew13@gmail.com
713-838-7774
https://operationfusion.notion.site/Operation-Fusion-f447753a636f4d93919a997b30dba77a
General Academic
Posted: 1/23/2025
Tutor
We are looking for strong tutors to meet with our elementary-aged students. Tutors should have demonstrated experience and enthusiasm with young students, and should be familiar with standard benchmarks for elementary learning. Tutors should also have strong ACT or SAT scores. One-to-one tutoring typically takes place at our office but may also take place in a client's home, and tutors will have flexibility with scheduling and assignments. Please note that we do not hire summer-only tutors or discuss applications in-person or over the phone. Pay starts at $28/hr.
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Ashley Chang
Assistant Manager
Houston, TX 77098
ashley@generalacademic.com
713-838-7774
https://generalacademic.com/apply-to-tutor/
SPARK Access
Posted: 1/16/2025
STEM Team Intern
Our company is looking for responsible and creative individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm in STEM education. The internship involves creating activities and lessons for children AND leading the children in these STEM-related summer classes.
This is a paid part time position.
Contact Information:
Robbyn Pope
Program Director
Houston, TX 77024
contact@sparkaccess.org
https://www.sparkaccess.org/