Breakthrough Montessori PCS SY 26-27- Multiple Open Roles (Instructional, Student Support & Leadership)

Organization Overview

Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School (Breakthrough Montessori PCS) is a mission-driven school community in Washington, DC, committed to providing a high-quality, child-centered Montessori education. We focus on developing the whole child — academically, socially, and emotionally — while fostering independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

As a growing school, we are actively building strong systems and a collaborative culture that supports both students and staff. Our team is reflective, supportive, and committed to continuous improvement.

Position Summary

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is currently hiring for multiple roles across instructional, student support, operations, and leadership teams.

We are seeking individuals who are committed to educational equity, student-centered learning, and contributing to a school community that is actively growing and evolving.

Current Openings Include

Instructional (Montessori Guides & Teachers)

• Primary Guide
• Lower Elementary Guide
• Upper Elementary Guide
• Resource Room (Self-Contained Classroom) Guide
• Special Education Teacher

Student Support

• Dedicated Aide
• Student Support Coordinator
• Special Education Case Manager
• Director of Student Support

Classroom & School Support

• Classroom Assistant
• Montessori Assistant (Primary & Elementary)

Leadership

• Principal

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Mission-aligned and committed to student-centered education
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Adaptable and solutions-focused in a dynamic environment
• Able to support students with a range of academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs

Compensation

Compensation varies by role and experience and is aligned with our internal salary scale, approximately $40,000 – $150,000+ depending on position.

How to Apply

To view full job descriptions and apply, please visit: https://www.breakthroughmontessori.org/careers

Select the position that best aligns with your experience and submit your application through our website.

Why Join Breakthrough Montessori PCS?

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing and evolving school community
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Meaningful work with direct impact on students and families
• Opportunity to build and improve systems within a mission-driven organization

Benefits:

We provide employees with a robust leave policy that includes:

• Paid personal time off
• Paid family leave (in addition to DC paid family leave)
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid leave for the observation of a religious holiday

Breakthrough invests heavily in the professional development (PD) of our faculty through:

• A weekly early release schedule with professional development and collaborative planning time from 1:30-4:30 pm every Monday;
• An individual professional development budget of $250/year to pursue additional PD opportunities;
• Conference participation and
• A Continuing Education grant application program that provides grantees up to $20,000 to complete Montessori teacher training, an advanced degree or other license.

Other benefits include:

• Health, dental, vision
• Retirement (Vanguard Retirement)
• AFLAC

Working Conditions:

The working environment characteristics described represent those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The position involves sitting, bending, standing, pushing, and reaching with both hands/ arms as necessary and may require some lifting up to 40lbs. In addition to the routine use of standard office equipment. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. This document is not an exhaustive list of all duties, activities, and responsibilities associated with this position, as duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or Breakthrough Montessori PCS may assign new ones at any time. Breakthrough Montessori PCS reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.