Careers at Breakthrough Montessori

At Breakthrough Montessori, our team is united by a shared belief in the dignity, curiosity, and potential of every child. Through student-centered, discovery-based classrooms, we work together to create learning environments where children are known, respected, and empowered to grow.

We believe that when educators are supported, inspired, and trusted as professionals, they create extraordinary learning experiences for students. We seek thoughtful, compassionate educators and staff who are committed to Montessori principles, partnership with families, and helping children develop the competence and courage to shape their lives and the world around them.

Explore our current openings below to learn how you can contribute to our vibrant school community.

School Year 2026-2027

• Classroom Assistant

• Dedicated Aide

• Director of Student Support

• Lower Elementary Guide

• Montessori Assistant: Elementary

• Montessori Assistant: Primary

• Primary Guide

• Principal

• Resource Room (Self-Contained Classroom) Guide

• Special Education Case Manager

• Special Education Teacher

• Student Support Coordinator

• Upper Elementary Guide

View a detailed summary on Breakthrough employee benefits.

Breakthrough Montessori offers a supportive work environment where educators flourish. We provide competitive compensation, and you can review our current pay scale, as well as historical compensation data below. 

In addition, we provide employees with a robust leave policy that includes:

• Paid personal time off

• 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:

• A weekly early release schedule with professional development and collaborative planning time from 1:30-4:30 pm every Monday;

• A 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

• Retirement

• Educator wellness groups, facilitated by a clinical psychologist.