Montessori SPED Aide — Empower Student Growth

Breakthroughmontessori; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid COVID sick leave

Professional development budget

Job summary

Breakthrough Montessori PCS in Washington, DC seeks dedicated aides for the 2026-27 school year to support students in Montessori classrooms. You will assist students, help them adapt to the learning environment, and support academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth under the Special Education Coordinator and Montessori Support Specialists.

The role is 10 months, with typical hours 8:00 am–4:30 pm Monday and 8:00 am–4:00 pm Tuesday–Friday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations of students, parents, and families.
• Montessori experience preferred.
• Certification in SafetyCare preferred.
• Completion of a 40-hour online training course within the school’s timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Support up to 4 students in the resource room and up to 2 in general education.
• Implement accommodations and modifications per IEP/504/BIP as written.
• Monitor and document student social interactions and emotional regulation.
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, arrivals, and dismissals.
• Attend meetings (IEP, student support team, classroom team) and participate in professional development.

Skills

Patience

Excellent communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Montessori experience preferred

SafetyCare certification preferred

40-hour online training course completion

Job description

Breakthrough Montessori PCS in Washington, DC seeks dedicated aides for the 2026-27 school year to support students in Montessori classrooms. You will assist students, help them adapt to the learning environment, and support academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth under the Special Education Coordinator and Montessori Support Specialists.

The role is 10 months, with typical hours 8:00 am–4:30 pm Monday and 8:00 am–4:00 pm Tuesday–Friday.