Kindling Academy — Austin, TX

At Kindling Academy, we’re building a small, intentional learning environment rooted in curiosity, capability, creativity, and connection.

Year one will be intentionally small. Rather than scaling quickly or filling seats to hit enrolment targets, we’re focused on building the right founding community for both children and educators.

Our first year may look like:

• One mixed-age cohort with a tighter age range
• Or two classrooms (one for 3-6s and one for 6–9s)

Either way class sizes will remain intentionally small:

• Maximum ~15 children per classroom
• At least one lead guide and an assistant per classroom

This is not a “growth at all costs” school.

We care deeply about building the right culture from the beginning.

We recorded a short video walking you through the details and sharing more about the opportunity.

START HERE -> https://www.loom.com/share/992e8a06c69942debd0eb8f9868e36ec

What Makes Kindling Different

This is a founding team role, closer to a startup than a traditional school.

• Small & Intentional: Low student to teacher ratio, relationships with children and their families matters deeply.
• Healthy Environment: We prioritize clean air, natural light, and non-toxic materials.
• Outdoor as Default: Outside of the Montessori inspired work cycle, outdoor learning is our standard, not a special occasion.