Bilingual Classroom Assistant (Spanish Speaking) - SY2026-2027

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF A GROWING PUBLIC CHARTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY IN THE NATION'S CAPITAL

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Bilingual Classroom Assistant (Spanish Speaking) Children’s House (PK3-K) and Lower Elementary (1-3 grade) School Year: 2026-2027 Job Type: Full-Time - 10-Months Salary: $35,000 - $59,690 (depends on experience) Classroom Assistant Salary Scales Essential Functions Prepare the classroom environment Manage the “flow” of the classroom Support children in their own resolution of conflicts and concerns Be a role model for children in speech, tone, demeanor, and actions Serve as a record keeper of the work children are engaged in and children’s social interactions; help set up for nap and lunch Supervise recess Support dismissal Assist with cleaning Assist with toileting (Children’s House) Serve the needs of the children and community Competencies Fluent Spanish-speaking skills (native Spanish-speaker preferred) Understanding and deep appreciation for Montessori education; love working with young children Strong work ethic Active pursuit of professional growth and development Team player Solution-oriented Seeking a long-term position Excited to join the Shining Stars Montessori Academy community Position Details This is a 10-month full-time position. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Benefits for full-time employees include health, dental, paid sick days and holidays, and tuition remission for qualified dependents. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred. Must pass a background check. 2-5 years of previous experience with preschoolers preferred. CDA training preferred. Training During first year of employment, you will: Attend an assistant’s training course offered by an accredited Montessori training program (expenses paid by the school) Attend an SSMA Montessori training workshop for new assistants Review assigned Montessori books, articles, and videos EEO & Diversity Statement Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, sub‑contractors, vendors, and clients. #J-18808-Ljbffr shiningstarpcs