2026 - 2027 Middle School Special Education Teacher

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a Middle School Special Education Teacher on a 9‑month, full‑time, on‑site basis. You will provide specialized instruction to students with IEPs and collaborate with principals, teachers, and parents to implement individualized plans.

The role emphasizes assessing student progress, maintaining documentation, and applying state and federal regulations for special education. Strong collaboration and communication are essential for student success.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Education.
• Valid state of Alabama teaching certificate in the appropriate field of study.
• Teaching experience preferred, particularly in the biological sciences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff to develop Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives.
• Follow state-mandated due process procedures and functions as the IEP Manager to assigned students.
• Comply with the federal, state, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one to address skill deficits.
• Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to design accommodations for regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Attend and participate in required special education meetings on a regular basis.
• Conduct assessment of student learning and use results to plan for instructional activities and teaching plans.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Supervise and mentor aides and paraprofessionals and plan instructional activities and interventions these individuals will implement with assigned students.
• Use technology in teaching/learning process
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal assessment
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP
• Be a positive role model for students, and support mission of i3 Academy
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
• Collaborate with administration in regards to student behavior as applicable. This includes assistance during crisis situations and de‑escalating conflicts as well as the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans
• Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to the student’s IEP and behavior intervention plan as appropriate
• Prepare and help students transition from one grade level to the next grade level
• Consult school staff and outside resource providers regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Teaching experience

Biology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Position Title:Middle School Special Education Teacher

Contract:9 Months

Employment Status: Full-time, On‑site

Qualifications:

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Valid state of Alabama teaching certificate in the appropriate field of study

• Teaching experience preferred, particularly in the biological sciences

Reports To:Principal

Job Goals: To provide specialized instruction to meet the needs of assigned students based on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
• Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives
• Follow state‑mandated due process procedures and functions as the IEP Manager to assigned students.
• Comply with the federal, state, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one‑on‑one to address skill deficits
• Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to design accommodations for regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments
• Participate in required special education meetings on a regular basis
• Conduct assessment of student learning and use results to plan for instructional activities and teaching plans
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned
• Supervise and mentor aides and paraprofessionals as well as plan instructional activities and interventions these individuals will implement with assigned students
• Use technology in teaching/learning process
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal assessment
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP
• Be a positive role model for students, and support mission of i3 Academy
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
• Collaborate with administration in regards to student behavior as applicable. This includes assistance during crisis situations and de‑escalating conflicts as well as the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans
• Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to the student’s IEP and behavior intervention plan as appropriate
• Prepare and help students transition from one grade level to the next grade level
• Consult school staff and outside resource providers regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor

Primary Physical Demands:

• See on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away
• Hear on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away
• Speak frequently and clearly
• Transition from various positions: standing, sitting, walking, kneeling or crouching. On a rare occasion it may be necessary to move quickly, walk/run in a drill or emergency situation
• Reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling objects up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
• Agility to operate computer and other digital hardware
• Dexterity of hands and fingers for word processing

Typical Work Environment:

• Academic and professional for all ages
• Primarily indoors with varying temperatures
• Noise level is generally moderate
• Access to telecommunications

Competitive salary and eligible Retirement Systems of Alabama health insurance and benefits.

i3 Academy is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment for all employees and applicants as part of its recruitment, employment, retention, promotion, and termination practices as these decisions are based on merit. No person shall be subject to discrimination within the organization, including any education program or activity, or denied benefits or compensation on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or any personal characteristic(s).