Breakthrough Montessori PCS
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary
$39,000 - $65,195 / YEAR
The Montessori Assistant works alongside the classroom Guide to plan and deliver appropriate learning experiences, assisting in preparing a structured, student-centered environment conducive to holistic child development. Responsibilities include monitoring student progress, communicating with stakeholders, modifying instructional plans using the Montessori scheme, maintaining records, and ensuring proper care of materials and facilities.
Candidates must have a firm commitment to the school's mission and anti-bias pedagogy, along with proven ability to work effectively within a diverse team. A Bachelor's degree is required, along with experience working with diverse populations, preferably including classroom assisting experience in a Montessori setting.
Founded in 2016, Breakthrough Montessori is a public charter school in Washington, DC. We will serve 388 students in PK3 through grade 6. At Breakthrough Montessori PCS, we believe in the unbounded potential of all children. Students of all races, classes, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds deserve a personalized education.
Our school is grounded in an institutional commitment to development, prevention, and community. We support human development through an uncompromising application of the time-tested Montessori instructional model. We support prevention through early learning, support and intervention, enabling us to quickly and effectively address learning challenges. Finally, we support the community through an intensive approach to family engagement.
Breakthrough Montessori PCS is committed to equity in all areas of our school’s work. We are a supportive environment that seeks to employ a diverse staff reflective of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds.
Breakthrough Montessori PCS is a coaching school; all team members receive and give coaching to support professional growth.
Under the direction of the Assistant Principal, the Montessori Assistant- Elementary works with the classroom Guide as they plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students. They assist the Guide in preparing a structured, student-centered learning environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of all children; monitor and evaluate student development and outcomes; communicate and interact with students, parents, staff, and community; works within the Montessori pedagogical scheme to develop and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students; maintains appropriate records; follows required procedures and practices and monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
and Qualifications: Have a firm commitment to upholding the school’s mission and anti-bias/anti-racist pedagogy. Commitment to upholding the confidentiality of students and parents Proven ability to work as a member of a diverse team of educators Enthusiasm and commitment to our vision and mission Creative, energetic, and nurturing personality Organizational and interpersonal skills Timeliness and attention to detail Ability to communicate effectively with parents Excellent oral and written communication skills Fluency in a language other than English is a plus
Experience working with diverse populations of students, parents, and families. Bachelor‘s degree required Classroom assisting experience, preferably in a Montessori environment and/or with young children Experience collaborating and working as an assistant
We provide employees with a robust leave policy that includes: Paid personal time off Paid COVID sick leave Paid family leave (in addition to DC paid family leave) Paid bereavement leave Paid leave for the observation of a religious holiday Breakthrough invests heavily in the professional development (PD) of our faculty through: A weekly early release schedule with professional development and collaborative planning time from 1:30-4:30 pm every Monday; An individual professional development budget of $250/year to pursue additional PD opportunities; Conference participation and A Continuing Education grant program that provides grantees up to $20,000 to complete Montessori teacher training, an advanced degree or other license. Other benefits include: Health, dental, vision Retirement (Vanguard Retirement) AFLAC Educator wellness groups, facilitated by a clinical psychologist.
For information on Breakthrough Montessori PCS, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at www.breakthroughmontessori.org. Breakthrough Montessori PCS is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Market context
In the District of Columbia, Montessori elementary assistant roles tend to draw interest where schools value classroom support, child-centered practice, and experience with diverse student populations. Competition is often shaped by mission fit, anti-bias commitment, and prior classroom assisting experience, especially when a bachelor's degree is required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show teamwork, equity-minded practice, and relevant school support experience.
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