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Shadow teacher jobs are open across K-12 schools, early childhood programs, and special education settings, from entry-level aides to experienced lead shadows, with specializations in autism support, behavioral intervention, and one-on-one academic assistance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Our Company
We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.
When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.
Job Description
Home Location: 11619 Shadow Creek Pkwy. Pearland, TX 77584
As a Front Office Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for providing patient support and communication and facilitating an exceptional patient experience to build and reinforce satisfaction, trust, and drive organizational loyalty. Accountable for welcoming and preparing the patient for their appointment, the Medical Assistant informs patients of relevant and required information for their visit and provides clear communication around the services they are scheduled to receive.
How You Will Get Things Done:
- Perform point-of-care laboratory tests, EKGs as ordered or indicated, suture/staple removal, dressing changes, and other patient care activities
- Collect and document vital signs, histories, and screenings
- Authorize prescription refills as directed
- Schedule patient appointments/follow-up appointments following established policies and procedures
- Obtain copies of insurance cards, driver’s licenses, authorizations, referrals, and other required appointment documentation and appropriately save them in practice EMR
- Perform demographic and insurance validation, and inform patients of privacy policies and procedures
- Keep the reception and patient waiting areas clean and organized
- Other duties as assigned
How You Will Build Trust:
- Demonstrate kindness and compassion in all patient interactions
- Effectively communicate unexpected schedule delays to patients and assists with patient comfort should delays arise
- Participate in brand marketing rotating throughout the vestibule, with a focus on engaging and increasing patient volume
How You Will Innovate:
- Prepare and administer PO, IM, and ID medications as directed by the Physician or Advanced Practice Provider, utilizing the “Rights of Vaccine or Medication Administration”
- Provide instruction to the patient regarding medications and diet
Experience to Drive Change:
- Nationally Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required (NHA, AAMA, AMT, AMCA, NAHP, NCCT, or AAH)
- 1 year of experience preferred
- Phlebotomy experience required
- Current BLS certification for healthcare providers preferred; required within 90 days of employment
- High School Diploma/Equivalency required
- Experience in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, urgent care or ER preferred
About Our Commitment
Total Rewards at VillageMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Safety Disclaimer
Our Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.
About Our Company
We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.
When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.
Job Description
Home Location: 11619 Shadow Creek Pkwy. Pearland, TX 77584
As a Front Office Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for providing patient support and communication and facilitating an exceptional patient experience to build and reinforce satisfaction, trust, and drive organizational loyalty. Accountable for welcoming and preparing the patient for their appointment, the Medical Assistant informs patients of relevant and required information for their visit and provides clear communication around the services they are scheduled to receive.
How You Will Get Things Done:
- Perform point-of-care laboratory tests, EKGs as ordered or indicated, suture/staple removal, dressing changes, and other patient care activities
- Collect and document vital signs, histories, and screenings
- Authorize prescription refills as directed
- Schedule patient appointments/follow-up appointments following established policies and procedures
- Obtain copies of insurance cards, driver’s licenses, authorizations, referrals, and other required appointment documentation and appropriately save them in practice EMR
- Perform demographic and insurance validation, and inform patients of privacy policies and procedures
- Keep the reception and patient waiting areas clean and organized
- Other duties as assigned
How You Will Build Trust:
- Demonstrate kindness and compassion in all patient interactions
- Effectively communicate unexpected schedule delays to patients and assists with patient comfort should delays arise
- Participate in brand marketing rotating throughout the vestibule, with a focus on engaging and increasing patient volume
How You Will Innovate:
- Prepare and administer PO, IM, and ID medications as directed by the Physician or Advanced Practice Provider, utilizing the “Rights of Vaccine or Medication Administration”
- Provide instruction to the patient regarding medications and diet
Experience to Drive Change:
- Nationally Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required (NHA, AAMA, AMT, AMCA, NAHP, NCCT, or AAH)
- 1 year of experience preferred
- Phlebotomy experience required
- Current BLS certification for healthcare providers preferred; required within 90 days of employment
- High School Diploma/Equivalency required
- Experience in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, urgent care or ER preferred
About Our Commitment
Total Rewards at VillageMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Safety Disclaimer
Our Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in shadow teacher jobs.
- Experience supporting students with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities in a school setting
- Ability to implement individualized education program goals under the direction of a licensed special educator
- Current CPR, first aid, and crisis prevention or de-escalation certification
- High school diploma required, associate or bachelor's degree in education or a related field preferred
- Experience with behavior intervention plans and positive behavioral support strategies
- Strong written documentation skills for daily progress notes and incident reports
Tips for Your Shadow Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume to each student population
Shadow teacher postings vary widely by disability category and age group. Customize your resume to reflect the specific population each role serves, whether that is students with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, or emotional and behavioral disorders, so hiring managers see direct relevance immediately.
List every relevant certification you hold
Paraprofessional certifications, CPR and first aid, restraint and de-escalation training, and any behavior technician credentials all matter to principals and special education coordinators. Put them in a dedicated credentials section so they don't get buried under work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists shadow teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated postings.
Target postings that name specific IEP responsibilities
Job listings that describe IEP documentation, goal tracking, or collaboration with special education teams signal a more defined role with clearer expectations. Those postings also tell you exactly what to highlight in your cover letter and during the interview.
Prepare a scenario-based answer for behavioral situations
Interviewers for shadow teacher roles almost always ask how you have handled a student in crisis or a sudden behavioral escalation. Write out two or three real examples using a specific situation, your response, and the outcome before you walk into any interview.
Follow up with the special education coordinator directly
After submitting your application, a brief note to the school's special education coordinator, not just the principal, signals initiative and shows you understand the reporting structure. Schools that use shadow teachers closely tie hiring to the coordinator's recommendation.
Shadow Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most shadow teachers?
The companies hiring the most shadow teachers right now include Paradise Valley Unified School District, Living Legends, and Taco Bell, with the largest share of openings in Arizona, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in districts with strong special education enrollment and in private therapeutic school settings.
How many shadow teacher jobs are remote?
About 67% of shadow teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most one-on-one student support roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include behavioral consulting, teletherapy support assistance, and curriculum adaptation roles that do not require direct in-classroom presence.
How do you become a shadow teacher?
Start by completing a high school diploma and pursuing coursework or a certificate in special education, child development, or applied behavior analysis. Gain direct experience through volunteer work, a teacher's aide position, or a registered behavior technician role. Obtain CPR, first aid, and a recognized crisis prevention credential. Apply to entry-level paraprofessional or one-on-one aide openings at schools or therapeutic programs that serve students with disabilities.
Can you get hired as a shadow teacher with little or no experience?
Yes, many schools and therapeutic programs hire candidates with no formal shadow teaching background if you demonstrate relevant transferable experience. Babysitting or caregiving for children with disabilities, volunteering with special education classrooms, or completing a behavior technician training program all count. Emphasize your ability to follow behavioral plans, stay calm under pressure, and communicate clearly with supervising teachers and parents.
What does the shadow teacher interview process look like?
Most shadow teacher hiring processes include an initial phone screen with an HR coordinator or hiring manager, followed by an in-person or video interview with the special education coordinator or school principal. Expect scenario-based questions about managing behavioral escalations, following IEP goals, and maintaining student confidentiality. Some schools ask candidates to complete a brief observation period or trial day with a student before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to shadow teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to shadow teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience, location, and preferred student population, then apply directly to each listing. No sorting through unrelated postings or navigating multiple school district websites.
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