Montessori Primary Lead Guide — 2026–2027 School Year

Job overview

The Montessori Primary Lead Guide role is onsite in Washington, DC, with a stated annual salary range of $61,400–$95,100, commensurate with degrees, licenses, credentials, and experience. Shining Stars Montessori Academy provides culturally inclusive Montessori education and bilingual immersion programming. The guide leads a classroom for children ages 3–6, fostering independence, concentration, joyful learning, and social-emotional growth through Montessori practice and culturally responsive instruction. The role supports student development through classroom leadership, family partnerships, documentation, and collaboration with school staff.

What you'll do

• Prepare and maintain a safe, engaging, developmentally appropriate Montessori environment
• deliver individualized and small-group lessons aligned with Montessori philosophy and bilingual immersion
• support academic, social, emotional, and language development
• maintain attendance, observation notes, progress monitoring, and student records
• supervise students during the school day, transitions, and outdoor learning
• collaborate with assistants, specialists, and school leadership
• participate in meetings, professional development, trainings, and school events
• communicate with families and prepare progress reports and updates.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

montessori primary lead guide

shining stars montessori academy

washington dc

full-time

2026–2027 school year

10-month position

early childhood education

montessori

bilingual immersion

ages 3–6

$61,400–$95,100/year

family engagement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• paid school holidays and breaks
• professional development, Montessori training and credentialing, tuition support
• leadership and growth opportunities.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree and an AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited equivalent Montessori Primary Credential. Master’s degree, two or more years of Montessori classroom experience, and familiarity with DCPCSB and OSSE expectations are preferred.

About the employer

Shining Star Pcs is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.