Primary/CH Instructional Coach (PK3–Grade 2) - SY2026-2027
Shining Star Pcs•Washington, DC
•Onsite
About The Position
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS seeks an experienced educator to serve as Primary Instructional Coach (PK3–Grade 2). As a member of the Academic Leadership Team, this role supports Guides/teachers in delivering high-quality Montessori instruction aligned with early childhood development, foundational literacy, and independence-building practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s required
- Montessori Primary Certification strongly required
- 5+ years teaching experience
Nice To Haves
- Master’s preferred (Early Childhood or related field)
- coaching/leadership experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Coach Primary Guides through observation, modeling, co-planning, and feedback cycles
- Support fidelity to Montessori practice, classroom environments, and work cycles
- Guide implementation of early literacy (including ARC) and numeracy foundations
- Monitor student progress and support data-informed instruction and interventions
- Collaborate with Student Support, ELL, and leadership teams to ensure differentiation and inclusion
- Lead and facilitate professional development and teacher onboarding
- Support family education and engagement around Montessori philosophy
- Serve on the Academic Leadership Team
- Coach 8–10 teachers per cycle using data-driven, research-based strategies
- Support professional development, teacher growth, and instructional excellence
- Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered school culture
- Uphold Montessori philosophy while ensuring compliance with DC and charter expectations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
