AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF AN ACCREDITED PUBLIC CHARTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY IN WASHINGTON, DC
Job Opportunity: Elementary Instructional Coach (Grades 3–6)
Location: Washington, DC (Brookland)
Department: Academics/Curriculum and Instruction
Application Deadline: Until filled
Expected Start Date of Position: August 2026
Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with degree, certification and years of
experience
Reports to: Principal/Chief Academic Officer
Position Summary:
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS seeks an experienced educator to serve as Elementary Instructional Coach (Grades 3–6). This role supports upper elementary Guides in delivering rigorous, standards-aligned Montessori instruction that promotes independence, critical thinking, and strong academic outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide instructional coaching through observation, modeling, co-teaching, and feedback
- Support alignment of Montessori curriculum with Common Core standards
- Lead data analysis cycles to improve student achievement and close learning gaps
- Support implementation of literacy (ARC), math, and interdisciplinary Montessori studies
- Collaborate with Student Support and ELL teams to ensure differentiated instruction
- Assist in assessment planning, progress monitoring, and intervention strategies
- Facilitate professional development and contribute to instructional planning
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred (Elementary Education or related field)
- Montessori Elementary Certification (required)
- 5–7 years teaching experience; instructional leadership experience preferred
- Strong background in upper elementary instruction and student data analysis
Shared Expectations for All Instructional Coaches
- 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