We are accepting applications for a Director of Elementary/Elementary Montessori Coach for SY23-24 who is 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!

Job Overview

LAMB is looking to hire an enthusiastic elementary Montessori professional to guide and support our elementary program. Do you have a deep belief that every child can thrive? Do you have a willingness to learn and go outside of your comfort zone? Do you put the social-emotional and academic needs of kids first?  If this is you, and you have elementary Montessori teaching experience, apply today! 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Observes and provides feedback for lower and upper elementary teachers
Plans and executes routine coaching meetings with each teacher
Ensures that every elementary teacher is observed and has a debrief meeting at least once every other week
Builds strong relationships with teachers
Builds strong relationships with all staff members
Closely collaborates with the principal to ensure that all classrooms are high performing
Plans a scope and sequence for lower and upper elementary weekly team meetings
Leads weekly team meetings for lower and upper elementary teachers
Leads Professional Development with lower and upper elementary teachers on PD days
Collaborates with the Principal, Director of Primary Education, and Special Education leaders to align our curriculum across all grades
Ensures that every child is succeeding both in the Montessori curriculum and on non-Montessori standardized measures of achievement
Participates in the evaluation process of elementary teachers
Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications 

3+ years of proven elementary Montessori teaching experience
Certification in Montessori Elementary Education at either the Lower or Upper Elementary Level (preferably both)
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Expertise in Montessori materials
Deep knowledge of the Common Core
Proven track record of strong results for children
Able to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to parent, staff, and student needs and information 
Experience with Google Workspace
Meet health requirements, including immunizations and TB screening

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.