SY25-26 Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher - Bilingual (4th and 5th Grade)

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School (LAMB PCS) • Washington, DC

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About The Position

In anticipation of having open positions for the school year 2025-2026, we are accepting applications for Upper Elementary Montessori Teachers (Bilingual) who are passionate about supporting students and staff in a bilingual environment. Our staff exhibit enthusiasm, a caring attitude, and a love of learning. Come join us! LAMB offers a unique model that provides bilingual Montessori public education to diverse, urban families in the nation's capital. Serving children in PK3 through 5th grade, LAMB is a community that is committed to children and promotes peace and equality for all. Job Overview LAMB is looking to hire enthusiastic Montessori teachers to support students in grades 4-5. Montessori certification in 9-12 is preferred, but if not currently certified, the applicant must be enrolled in or willing to enroll in a Montessori training program. If you have experience with elementary students, apply today!

Requirements

• Possess Elementary Certification in Montessori education (MACTE accredited); If not currently certified the applicant must be enrolled in or willing to enroll in a Montessori training program
• Meet state educational requirements, preferably a valid state-issued teaching license or Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited university
• English and Spanish speaker, required
• Have extensive experience working in elementary programs and/or experience in dual-language education
• Ability to work with students of various abilities, including those with identified exceptionalities
• Meet health requirements, including immunizations and TB screening

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Google Workspace (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teacher to deliver the bilingual Montessori elementary curriculum, ensure that learning standards are met, and maintain and manage a positive learning environment
• Develop reading and writing skills, and teach across content areas utilizing the Montessori Curriculum, materials, and other tools for the targeted language
• Develop Montessori language materials and others materials for all areas of the classroom
• Maintain records of children's progress utilizing a web-based program and other assessment tools to track mastery within the sequence of the Montessori curriculum
• Participate in P.D. sessions, trainings, and coaching meeting sessions to ensure continued education and professional growth
• Collaborate with co-teacher to plan instruction and special activities and arrange and supervise field trips
• Collaborate with members of the student support team to draft and implement student specific intervention plans including Tier 2, Tier 3, 504, BIP, and IEP's
• Attend and actively participate in student support team meetings for students in your community
• Complete surveys and assessments assigned by the student support team, to inform students evaluations
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and meetings throughout the school year, communicate with parents in accordance with school policy, and promote the school's mission, objectives, and policies to parents
• Welcome interns in your classroom (if applicable) in order to support their growth
• Meet with Principal to develop solutions for any parent, staff, or school-related challenges, as needed
• Assist with arrival/dismissal and lunch/recess coverage, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Generous benefits package includes medical insurance (health, dental, & vision), retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account (medical, dependent care, and transit), and vacation/sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services