Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach (PK3Grade 3, AVANZA Program) - SY 2026-2027
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:
AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF AN ACCREDITED PUBLIC CHARTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY IN WASHINGTON, DC
Job Opportunity:Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach (PK3Grade 3, AVANZA Program)
Location: Washington, DC (Brookland)
Department: Academics/Curriculum and Instruction
Application Deadline: Until filled
Expected Start Date of Position: August 2026
Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with degree, certification and years of
experience
Reports to:Principal/Chief Academic Officer
Position Summary
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS seeks a dynamic Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach to support the AVANZA dual-language program (PK3Grade 3). This role ensures high-quality bilingual instruction aligned to Montessori principles, biliteracy development, and equitable outcomes for multilingual learners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coach teachers in bilingual/dual-language instructional practices and Montessori integration
- Support Spanish Language Arts and content instruction (including math in Spanish)
- Monitor student progress in both languages; support data analysis and targeted interventions
- Ensure alignment to Montessori standards and Common Core in both languages
- Collaborate with ELL and Special Education teams to support diverse learners
- Lead bilingual professional development and curriculum implementation
- Support family communication and engagement in both English and Spanish
Qualifications:
- Bachelors required; Masters preferred
- Fluency in Spanish and English required
- Experience in dual-language/immersion programs required
- Montessori certification experience highly preferred
- 5+ years teaching experience; coaching experience preferred
Shared Expectations for All Instructional Coaches
- Serve on the Academic Leadership Team
- Coach 810 teachers per cycle using data-driven, research-based strategies
- Support professional development, teacher growth, and instructional excellence
- Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered school culture
- Uphold Montessori philosophy while ensuring compliance with DC and charter expectations