Try Teaching in San Antonio

Why Try Teaching?

With any new career, you want to make sure it’s the right fit. When it comes to teaching, there are tons of ways to explore the profession before you commit. Paid and volunteer positions can be great options to decide if teaching is for you!

These opportunities let you:

Gain experience with different ages and subjects.
Practice teaching strategies, lesson planning and classroom management.
Make connections in local schools and meet current educators.

We've compiled a list of opportunities in San Antonio that will allow you to explore the profession.

Opportunities to Try Teaching

Check out these paid and volunteer positions to work with students!

TAFE: Texas Association of Future Educators
The Texas Association of Future Educators or TAFE is a co-curricular statewide non-profit student organization created to allow young people an opportunity to explore the teaching profession.
TAFE Area 2 (San Antonio)
Alamo Experience
Through Alamo Experience, students participate in experiential learning opportunities to engage with employers, develop their skills and establish connections for their future careers.
Alamo Experience
San Antonio Ambassador
The goal of this program is to attract and retain talented graduates within the local community by giving them hands-on experience and a pathway to career growth in San Antonio.
San Antonio Ambassador
Communities in School
Communities In Schools of San Antonio connects children and their families to basic and critical educational and community-based resources tailored to each student’s specific needs. Help students achieve academic success by becoming a mentor or tutor.
Communities in Schools

Substitute Teaching

To qualify as a substitute teacher, a high school diploma or GED is the minimum educational requirement, and no teaching certification is required. Once you've passed a background check and completed a brief district-provided training session, you can begin working as a substitute.

San Antonio ISD
Substitute Teaching
Northside ISD
Substitute Teaching
North East ISD
Substitute Teaching

Volunteering

Volunteering in a classroom is an excellent way to gain direct classroom experience. Reach out to your local school district to understand the specific requirements to begin.

San Antonio ISD
Volunteering in SAISD
Northside ISD
Volunteering in NISD
North East ISD
Volunteering in NEISD

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