Dedicated Special Education Aide / Educational Assistant - SY2026-2027

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF AN ACCREDITED PUBLIC CHARTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY IN WASHINGTON, DC

• Job Opportunity: Dedicated Special Education Aide/Educational Assistant
• 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
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Position Title: Individual Student Support Aide (1:1 IEP Support, Montessori Environment)

• Position Overview
• Shining Stars Montessori Academy seeks a grounded, attentive, and compassionate
• Individual Student Support Aide to provide one-on-one support for students whose
• Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) require consistent, individualized assistance. In
• alignment with Montessori principles, this role supports each child in accessing the
• prepared environment, engaging in purposeful work, and developing independence,
• confidence, and self-regulation.
• Key Responsibilities:

• •Provide individualized support in accordance with IEP goals while honoring the
• child’s independence and dignity

Work in close partnership with the Lead Guide and Student Support Team to

implement appropriate strategies and accommodations

• •Gently guide the student’s engagement in the work cycle, offering support without
• fostering over-reliance

• •Support transitions, social interactions, and participation in all aspects of the school
• day

Encourage self-regulation, concentration, and positive peer relationships

Observe and document student progress to support ongoing planning and reflection

• •Maintain a calm, consistent, and respectful presence within the classroom
• community

Qualifications:

• •College coursework or degree in education, psychology, child development, or a
• related field preferred

• •Prior experience supporting children with IEPs, including those on the autism
• spectrum

Demonstrated maturity, patience, and strong interpersonal awareness

Ability to balance providing support with fostering student independence

Commitment to inclusive practices and the Montessori philosophy

Preferred Qualifications:

Montessori experience or training

Familiarity with developmental and behavioral support strategies