Physical Education & Extended Care Lead

Breakthroughmontessori; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Breakthrough Montessori is seeking a Physical Education & Extended Care Lead to oversee the PE program and aftercare. This full-time role involves curriculum implementation, student engagement, and collaboration with staff and families to enhance student development in a supportive learning environment. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and a commitment to Montessori values, offering competitive salary and robust benefits.

Benefits

Paid personal time off

Paid family leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development budget

Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations of students, parents, and families.
• Montessori experience preferred, or eagerness to learn.
• Experience managing aftercare or enrichment programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach and implement physical education curriculum for grades PK4–6.
• Manage and supervise the Extended Day program ensuring alignment with Montessori values.
• Coordinate with program vendors and communicate with families about enrichment opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Opportunity: Physical Education & Extended Care Lead
Location: Washington, DC
Department: Academics
Application Deadline: Until filled
Employment Type: Full-time
Expected Start Date of Position: August 11, 2025
Reports to: Principal
Compensation: Salary starts at $59,995 - $79,565 and will be commensurate with degree and years of experience
FLSA Status: Exempt

About Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School

Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School’s mission is to provide diverse families in Washington, DC, a public Montessori education designed to enable children to develop within themselves the power to shape their lives and the world around them.

Founded in 2016, Breakthrough Montessori is a public charter school in Washington, DC. We will serve 388 students in PK3 through grade 6. At Breakthrough Montessori PCS, we believe in the unbounded potential of all children. Students of all races, classes, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds deserve a personalized education.

Our school is grounded in an institutional commitment to development, prevention, and community. We support humandevelopment through an uncompromising application of the time-tested Montessori instructional model. We support prevention through early learning, support and intervention, enabling us to quickly and effectively address learning challenges. Finally, we support the community through an intensive approach to family engagement.

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is committed to equity in all areas of our school’s work. We are a supportive environment that seeks to employ a diverse staff reflective of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds.

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is a coaching school; all team members receive and give coaching to support professional growth.

Position Hours

The Physical Education & Extended Care Lead is a 10-month position. Typical working hours are Monday–Friday 10:45am–6:45pm.

Physical Education Guide - Position Summary (20%)

The Physical Education Guide implements Breakthrough Montessori’s in-school physical education program. They are responsible for teaching and planning daily PE lessons in accordance with the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education’s (OSSE) physical education standards
and the developmental needs of the students.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement physical education curriculum based on OSSE’s physical education standards for children in grades PK4–6th that promotes movement, coordination, teamwork, and physical wellness.
• Collaborate with the Principal and the classroom teams to align PE lessons with developmental needs.
• Maintain attendance records and observation notes related to physical education and share relevant information with classroom teams.
• Organize and maintain physical education equipment and materials.
• Foster a positive, inclusive environment that encourages students with all abilities to participate and grow in physical confidence and skill.

Extended Care Lead - Position Summary (80%)

The Extended Care Lead is responsible for supporting and implementing the vision of the Principal through effective planning, supervision, and execution of the Extended Day program. This role ensures that the after-school environment aligns with Montessori values, maintains operational excellence, and fosters strong communication with staff, families, and community partners.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Principal to plan and implement a high-quality Extended Day program aligned with the school’s Montessori philosophy and vision.
• Coordinate with Enrichment Program Vendors (Monday Intersession & Aftercare Tuesday–Friday): Partner with both Monday Intersession vendors and Tuesday–Friday aftercare program providers to ensure high-quality enrichment programming during afterschool hours and early-release Mondays. Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring all program partners are fully informed of Breakthrough policies and procedures
• Communicating with families about enrichment and intersession opportunities
• Managing and overseeing student enrollment in these programs
• Coordinating student transitions to program providers
• Maintaining up-to-date rosters and distributing them to the appropriate vendors

• Observe and manage student behavior and implement Breakthrough’s disciplinary policies.

• Provide leadership and supervision to Extended Day staff, ensuring coverage, clear scheduling, and alignment with program goals.
• Conduct regular team meetings to review plans, address concerns, and ensure readiness for upcoming weeks.
• Ensure that the extended day care staff uphold the Montessori values of respect, independence, and integrity within the Extended Day environment.
• Support staff in setting consistent expectations for student behavior and maintaining high standards within the Montessori context.
• Serve as the main point of contact for extended day care call-outs/ staff absences and coordinate coverage.

• Maintain digital records of weekly activity planning and implementation using Google Drive.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance and snack records for all Extended Day participants.
• Maintain logs of behavior incidents and minor injury reports.
• Monitor and manage family payments and related documentation as it pertains to the Extended Day program.
• Order and manage inventory of materials, ensuring items are available one month in advance of scheduled activities.

• Prepare and maintain the after-school environment using the provided Closing Checklist to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming space.
• Participate and serve as a welcoming representative at school gatherings, family engagement events, and occasional public events outside of regular school hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal to support the mission and smooth operation of the school.

Required Competencies and Qualifications:

• Have a firm commitment to upholding the school’s mission and anti-bias/anti-racist pedagogy.
• Commitment to upholding the confidentiality of students and parents.
• Proven ability to work as a member of a diverse team of educators .
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Openness to feedback, desire to continue development as a professional, and willingness to take responsibility for student outcomes.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience working with diverse populations of students, parents, and families.
• Experience managing aftercare or enrichment programs.
• Montessori experience preferred. Without previous Montessori experience, demonstrate an eagerness to learn about the method and support its implementation.

Benefits:

We provide employees with a robust leave policy that includes:

• Paid personal time off
• Paid COVID sick leave
• 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:

• An individual professional development budget of $250/year to pursue additional PD opportunities;
• Conference participation and
• A Continuing Education grant 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 (Carefirst Blue Cross)
• Retirement (Vanguard Retirement)
• AFLAC
  
• Long-term disability
  

For information on Breakthrough Montessori PCS, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at www.breakthroughmontessori.org.

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.