Montessori Classroom Assistant — Bilingual (Spanish/English)

American Montessori Society Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Growth within Montessori community

Job summary

Starling Montessori School in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. seeks caring Classroom Assistants for Toddler and Primary programs. Roles include full-time and part-time positions to support Lead Guides in a bilingual environment.

Ideal candidates are Spanish-speaking, patient, and enthusiastic about Montessori education. Responsibilities cover classroom preparation, routines, and fostering children’s independence with teamwork and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish-English environment.
• Experience with toddlers/primary children preferred.
• Interest in Montessori education and child development.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Guide to maintain organized, developmentally appropriate classrooms.
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, and caregiving.
• Foster independence, concentration, language and social-emotional growth.
• Model respectful communication and grace & courtesy.
• Prepare materials and supervise activities indoors and outdoors.
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure consistency and teamwork.
• Build positive relationships with children and families in Spanish and English.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Experience with children

Montessori interest

Team-oriented

Patient

Education

Bachelor's Degree OR Undergraduate Enrollment

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

CDA Credentials

Job description

Starling Montessori School in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. seeks caring Classroom Assistants for Toddler and Primary programs. Roles include full-time and part-time positions to support Lead Guides in a bilingual environment.

Ideal candidates are Spanish-speaking, patient, and enthusiastic about Montessori education. Responsibilities cover classroom preparation, routines, and fostering children’s independence with teamwork and strong communication.