Full time, two positions available

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:

Mariah Ingram at mingram@kapschool.org

On-call as needed, $65/half day or $125/full day. See job description HERE.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:

Mariah Ingram at mingram@kapschool.org

Part-time, two positions available, beginning January 26, 2026. Grant funded.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:

Mariah Ingram at mingram@kapschool.org

Job Title: Maintenance and Operations  

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Superintendent

Salary: $34,000

Contract days: 208

Location: Katherine Anne Porter School, Wimberly, Texas

Start date:  August 3, 2026

Your Mission: 

Reporting to the Superintendent, the Maintenance and Operations position is a school-based support role that provides managerial and technical support in guiding and directing a variety of facility functions for campus to include custodial, developing, planning, and coordinating facility maintenance assists. This includes duties assigned by the Superintendent. The Maintenance and Operations role serves as a key member of the school’s Operational Team while ensuring that the school’s facility related operations meet high standards of operational excellence and enables instructional leaders and staff to focus on driving strong student achievement outcomes.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide managerial and technical support in guiding and directing a variety of facility functions for assigned buildings and satellite operations, including developing, planning, and coordinating facility maintenance.  
• Manage facilities operations. 
• Develop, plan and coordinate all facility maintenance work. 
• Oversee inspection of work and establishe quality and quantity standards to ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulation and departmental policies. 
• Assist supervisors with emergency situations and provide technical expertise to solve problems. 
• Manage and evaluate daily facilities operations including repairs, scheduled maintenance and warranty, and ensures accountability for those projects. 
• Act as liaison for the campus including Environmental Health and Safety, Landscape Services, Project Management and Construction Services (PMCS), Recycling and Disposal, Parking and Traffic, and Zone Maintenance. 
• Coordinate facilities-related service and repair requests from the faculty and staff.  
• Ensure coverage outside of work hours for leaks, utility outages and other unexpected occurrences. 
• Ensure that safeguards are in place to maintain critical facility equipment, including equipment in multiple kitchens. 
• Assist with operations of emergency stations as needed/required. 
• Assist with the Operation team on construction and renovation projects. 
• Analyze and provide recommendations, in collaboration with Superintendent or Superintendent Designee, regarding building needs and space utilization and faculty/staff placement. 
• Assist with the logistics and facility use of various events as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

• CDL preferred
• Valid Texas Drivers License

Special Knowledge and Skills: 

• Local, state, and national building and fire codes where applicable 
• Good knowledge of computerized Inventory Control and Purchasing Procedures 
• Ability to carry out maintenance responsibilities within established policies, plans, and requirements, and to coordinate work with other divisions and departments
• Ability to supervise, instruct, and train maintenance crafts personnel in all phases of the work, and to assist them with work problems
• Ability to enforce safety and other regulations where applicable
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, diagrams, and sketches Thorough knowledge of methods and practices of the maintenance trades and of the properties, characteristics and uses of related equipment, materials, and tools
• Thorough knowledge of
• Ability to estimate costs and necessary materials of work performed 
• Ability to use computer technology, both software and hardware, utilized for maintenance operations
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, and technical manuals 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports; ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships, including successful coaching and counseling of subordinates
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Maintain Emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, pulling, pushing; heavy lifting and carrying; repetitive hand motions; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions; outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding; and around machinery with moving parts; field/site maintenance tasks often require strength and dexterity to perform all required maintenance tasks, including lifting and carrying heavy objects, balancing self, materials and tools on high and/or slanted surfaces, assembling and disassembling scaffolds and equipment, and operating or utilizing all tools, equipment and vehicles; move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment; exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noise, fumes, and toxic chemicals; frequent district-wide travel; state travel may or may not be required; prolonged use of computer terminal possible; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus; frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds).

Hazards/Unusual Demands:

Work in a wide range of climatic conditions; work may involve exposure to low, medium, or high voltage electrical currents, fumes, dust, sparks, smoke, loud noise and vibrations; require use of safety goggles, ear plugs, masks, safety shoes, back braces, hard hats, gloves, and require compliance with safety procedures endemic to the trade; work may involve climbing onto roofs, ladders, scaffolds, and into other high places; incumbents may be required to work unusual hours and to be in an on-call status in emergencies.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  KAPS has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.  

In accordance with applicable laws and KAPS policies, no person shall be excluded from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention or any other personnel action, or be denied any benefits or participation in any educational programs or activities which it operates on the grounds of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status (except where age, sex, or disability constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration). 

All new employees must present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. 

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:

Mariah Ingram at mingram@kapschool.org

Job Title: Receptionist

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Superintendent

Salary: Hourly start $14/hour

Location: Katherine Anne Porter School, Wimberly, Texas

JOB GOAL: 

The Receptionist is responsible for the professional and efficient management of visitors and telephone calls. He/she is also responsible for a variety of clerical duties that support the operation and

presentation of a professional office. The Receptionist position furthers the mission of KAPS because, in most cases, this person serves as the first impression that a visitor receives of KAPS.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

High School Diploma (Required)

Some College (Preferred)

2-3 years office experience, preferably in a school setting.

Skill Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Customer-service oriented
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to multitask and manage several responsibilities at the same time, while remaining in control under pressure
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information over the phone or in small group situations to visitors, parents, and employees
• Ability to identify problems and proactively find solutions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of KAPS and the school’s history
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• A passion for and understanding of the mission, beliefs, and values of KAPS 
• Proficiency in G-Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
• Adept at using all features of the telephone system and voice mail
• English fluency is required

 Performance Responsibilities:

• Professionally and courteously receive all telephone calls
•  Screen phone calls and respond to inquiries about the school
• Provide a timely response to requests for information
• Direct phone calls to the appropriate employee
• Greet visitors entering the school building
• Maintain accurate and complete sign-in/sign-out procedures for visitors
• Generate badges for all school visitors, notify the appropriate employee that a guest has arrived, and connect the visitor with the employee
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of KAPS and respond to inquiries from the public, including the enrollment process
• Receive regular mail and packages
• Sort regular mail and distribute it in designated employee mailboxes
• Keep immediate supervisor well-informed of activities, results of efforts, problems identified, and potential problems
• Recommend corrective actions to immediate supervisor
• Maintain confidentiality of student and employee information
• Respect confidentiality of student, parent, employee, and organizational matters
• Conduct oneself appropriately and professionally
• Maintain a neat and organized work environment
• Assist with clerical tasks including typing, filing, proofreading, and data entry
• Other duties assigned by immediate supervisor

Physical Effort and Work Environment:

Light lifting of materials and other objects associated with a classroom environment is required (e.g., books, teaching aids, up to approximately 20 – 40 lbs.). 

This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. 

Regular attendance is required for this position.   

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  KAPS has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. 

In accordance with applicable laws and KAPS policies, no person shall be excluded from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention or any other personnel action, or be denied any benefits or participation in any educational programs or activities which it operates on the grounds of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status (except where age, sex, or disability constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration). 

All new employees must present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. 

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:

Mariah Ingram at mingram@kapschool.org

We are seeking an experienced and qualified individual for a position as a School Bus Driver. In this position, you pick up and drop off children along predetermined routes and maintain a safe and friendly atmosphere for all riders in your care. Our ideal candidate has prior experience driving a school bus or other passenger service buses and the patience and calm demeanor required when transporting a bus full of students. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Pick up and drop off students along predetermined routes
• Practice safe driving skills in potentially inclement weather
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance
• Monitor student behavior and report unsafe or abusive behavior to school administrators
• Provide additional assistance to special needs students who may have difficulty boarding or riding the bus

School Bus Driver Requirements and Qualifications

• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred
• Prior experience as a school bus driver or driving other passenger buses
• Experience with special needs education a strong plus
• Patience and superb situational awareness

non-CDL - Starting at $15 per hour

CDL Bus Driver - Starting at $17 per hour

See full job description here.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:

Mariah Ingram at mingram@kapschool.org