BASE SEL Instructor and Elementary Instructional Assistant

BASE Instructor and Elementary Instructional Assistant In anticipation of having open positions for the school year 2025-2026, we are accepting applications for Before and After School Enrichment (BASE) SEL Instructors and Elementary Instructional Assistants passionate about supporting students and staff in a bilingual environment.

Our staff exhibits enthusiasm, a caring attitude, and a love of learning.

Join us!

LAMB offers a unique model that provides bilingual Montessori public education to diverse, urban families in the nation’s capital.

Serving children in PK3 through 5th grade, LAMB is a community that is committed to children and promotes peace and equality for all.  Job Overview LAMB is looking to hire an enthusiastic team member to support students in a unique position as both a BASE Instructor in LAMB’s after school program and as an Instructional Assistant during the regular school day.

In this position you will support teachers and students in First Grade through Fifth Grade.

Experience working in a Montessori environment is preferred.

The applicant must be willing to receive professional development in Montessori practices and implement Montessori approaches to learning, discipline, and classroom management.

If you have experience with students in grades First through Fifth, apply today!    Primary Duties and Responsibilities as a BASE SEL Embrace and support LAMB’s mission Observe and give feedback on student emotional and behavioral supports in aftercare program Respond to PAZ :

• (Social Emotional Learning & Behavior) support calls for students in enrichment programs  Communicate  with families & BASE instructors about support plans in place  Accompany students who need a cool down space  Report concerns and discipline issues to the BASE Coordinator  Attend and participate in mandatory professional development sessions and meetings Remain current with trends, techniques, and advances in technology that are applicable to the program Support LAMB’s bilingual program  by modeling first and second language for all students  Maintain the welfare and safety of students by following school policies and regulations Other duties as assigned   Primary Duties and Responsibilities as an Instructional Assistant Maintain fidelity to LAMB’s Dual Language Allocation Plan.
• Make Montessori and other materials for all areas of the classroom (organizing, labeling, laminating, cutting, whole punching, stapling, etc).
• Coverage and Academic Support Cover for teachers in the Lower Elementary or Upper Elementary classroom, for special teachers, for Dedicated Aides, and on occasion for teachers in the Primary Classroom Classroom Management Support (ie - circulate in the classroom, remind students of expectations, model walking and a calm body, assist with conflict resolution, implement limited choices, etc) Collaborate with classroom teachers to support delivery of the bilingual Montessori Elementary curriculum, and maintain and manage a positive learning environment.
• Support a classroom culture that demonstrates the principles of biliteracy, Grace and Courtesy, and PAZ (Positive Words, Actions of Respect, Zone of Learning).
• Actively and positively participate in LAMB’s coaching culture and identify and work towards achieving personal and professional goals.
• Attend and participate in regular meetings (BASE, coaching meetings, Instructional Assistant team meetings).
• Participate in all scheduled Professional Development sessions and trainings to ensure continued education and professional growth.
• Meet with the Principal and / or Supervisor to develop solutions for any parent, staff, or school-related challenges, as needed.
• Support school safety and assist with arrival and dismissal procedures, and lunch and recess coverage, as assigned and necessary.
• Attend and participate in International Day and two other school events that occur outside of the instructional day, such as Back to School Night, Graduation / Moving Up Celebration, family workshops, family engagement events, and celebrations of student learning.
• Management of professional development around the use of technology and educational platforms (Google Suite, Paycom, etc).
• Embody the Montessori philosophy of Grace and Courtesy and LAMB’s ideals of PAZ in all relationships - with students, colleagues, families, and other community members.
• Embrace and foster student belonging and inclusion in the classroom by modeling and upholding high expectations for all students and practicing Grace and Courtesy plus our PAZ values.
• Arrive and begin work on time, and be punctual for arrival, meetings, transitions, and dismissal.  Other duties as assigned.   Basic Qualifications  Spanish native or Bilingual speaker (Spanish / English) Have extensive experience working in early childhood programs and / or experience in dual-language education Ability to work with students of various abilities, including those with identified exceptionalities Experience with Google Workspace (preferred) Meet health requirements, including immunizations and TB screening   Skills and Values Strong commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion and creating an anti-racist school environment Models critical thinking and student-centered practice with abilities in standards and data analysis to inform curricular planning for high-impact results Demonstrated ability to be an independent and collaborative solutions-oriented problem-solver Commitment to demonstrate love and joy towards students, colleagues, and the work Willing, hard-working attitude with a growth mindset toward self, students, and colleagues Demonstrated ability to take ownership of personal work and the school mission Commitment to learning and implementing Grace and Courtesy and PAZ Open to deepening understanding and differentiation for each student’s individual needs, especially for students with IEPs and other student services.
• Understanding of the different levels of age-appropriate student development Ability to establish strong, trusting, and authentic relationships with students, colleagues, families, and other stakeholders Ability to manage time and work in a fast-paced, dynamic school environment, multi-task, prioritize, and stay calm under pressure Stay up to date with current educational research, technology, and educational platforms   Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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