Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach (PK3–Grade 3, AVANZA Program) SY 2026-2027

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF AN ACCREDITED PUBLIC CHARTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY IN WASHINGTON DC

Job Opportunity:Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach (PK3Grade 3 AVANZA Program)

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 a dynamic Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach to support the AVANZA dual-language program (PK3Grade 3). This role ensures high-quality bilingual instruction aligned to Montessori principles biliteracy development and equitable outcomes for multilingual learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach teachers in bilingual/dual-language instructional practices and Montessori integration
• Support Spanish Language Arts and content instruction (including math in Spanish)
• Monitor student progress in both languages; support data analysis and targeted interventions
• Ensure alignment to Montessori standards and Common Core in both languages
• Collaborate with ELL and Special Education teams to support diverse learners
• Lead bilingual professional development and curriculum implementation
• Support family communication and engagement in both English and Spanish

Qualifications:

• Bachelors required; Masters preferred
• Fluency in Spanish and English required
• Experience in dual-language/immersion programs required
• Montessori certification experience highly preferred
• 5 years teaching experience; coaching experience preferred

Shared Expectations for All Instructional Coaches

• Serve on the Academic Leadership Team
• Coach 810 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

Required Experience:

Senior IC