SY26-27 Lower Elementary Spanish Montessori Teacher (Guide)

Lower Elementary Spanish Montessori Teachers (Guides)We are accepting applications for Lower Elementary Spanish Montessori Teachers (Guides) 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 OverviewLAMB is looking to hire enthusiastic Montessori teachers to support students in grades 1-3. Montessori certification in 6-9 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!Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the co-teacher to deliver the bilingual Montessori elementary curriculum, ensure that learning standards are met, and maintain and manage a positive learning environmentDevelop reading and writing skills, and teach across content areas utilizing the Montessori Curriculum and materials in SpanishDevelop Montessori materials and others materials in Spanish for all areas of the classroomMaintain records of children's progress utilizing a web-based program and other assessment tools to track mastery within the sequence of the Montessori curriculumParticipate in P.D. sessions, trainings, and coaching meeting sessions to ensure continued education and professional growthCollaborate with co-teacher to plan instruction and special activities and arrange and supervise field tripsParticipate in parent 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 parentsProvide interns (if applicable) with a clear description of their duties and support their growthMeet with Principal to develop solutions for any parent, staff, or school-related challenges, as neededAssist with arrival/dismissal and lunch/recess coverage, as neededOther duties as assignedBasic QualificationsPossess 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 programMeet state educational requirements, preferably a valid state-issued teaching license or Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited universityNative Spanish speaker (bilingual preferred)Have extensive experience working in elementary programs and/or experience in dual-language educationAbility to work with students of various abilities, including those with identified exceptionalitiesExperience with Google Workspace (preferred)Meet health requirements, including immunizations and TB screeningPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.FLSA Classification: ExemptReports to: PrincipalSchedule: 10-month full-time positionCompensationSalary is commensurate with experience, ranging from $50,630-$94,360. 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.