shiningstarpcs

shiningstarpcs

Bilingual - Immersion Montessori Primary Guide - SY2026-2027

Washington, District of Columbia · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringOrganizational Skills

About the role

  • Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Montessori Bilingual Immersion Primary Guide (English/Spanish) to join our dynamic team for the 2026-2027 school year.
  • Instruction is delivered primarily in Spanish while supporting joyful bilingual learning through Montessori methods, culturally responsive teaching, and language-rich interactions.
  • The ideal candidate is passionate about bilingual education, Montessori philosophy, equity, and creating inclusive classroom communities that honor students' identities, cultures, and languages.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver Montessori instruction primarily in Spanish across curriculum areas
  • Support language acquisition and biliteracy development through authentic immersion practices
  • Differentiate instruction to support all learners, including multilingual learners and students with special needs
  • Prepare and maintain a safe, organized, language-rich bilingual Montessori classroom environment
  • Support students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth through individualized guidance
  • Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, observations, assessments, and progress reports
  • Build positive and respectful relationships with multilingual families
  • Collaborate closely with English-language teachers, specialists, and administrators

Requirements

  • Native or fluent Spanish proficiency required
  • Strong understanding of early childhood language development, emergent literacy, and foundational mathematics instruction

Nice to have

  • Prior experience in public charter, urban, or diverse school settings
  • Praxis II certification and passing scores preferred
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
  • Passion for supporting independent, confident, and intellectually curious children
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in Spanish and English
  • Flexibility, initiative, and reflective practice mindset
  • Sense of humor and genuine love of children
  • Required Competencies

Skills

  • Foster oral language development, vocabulary acquisition, communication skills, and emergent literacy

Compensation

  • Starts at $61,400 - $95,100 and is commensurate with degree(s) earned, licenses and experience
  • About Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School
  • Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Montessori Bilingual Immersion Primary Guide (English/Spanish) to join our dynamic team for the 2026-2027 school year.
  • Essential Responsibilities
  • Deliver Montessori instruction primarily in Spanish across curriculum areas
  • Support language acquisition and biliteracy development through authentic immersion practices

Benefits

  • Ensure classroom, playground, and shared spaces meet health and safety expectations
  • Support and promote SSMA's mission, vision, and educational philosophy
  • Develop Montessori materials, lessons, and learning experiences responsive to students' developmental needs and interests
  • Bilingual Montessori Instruction & Student Learning

Equal opportunity

  • Employer
  • Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other protected characteristic in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community.
  • Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other protected characteristic in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
  • We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community.
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