Alternative Education Teacher (Middle School)

Alexandria City Public Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria City Public Schools is seeking an Alternative Education Teacher for Francis C. Hammond Middle School.

The role focuses on coordinating the in‑school suspension program, maintaining a structured learning environment and guiding students in replacement behaviors to complete their assignments. Collaborating with administrators and teachers, the teacher will monitor progress, report outcomes, and support PBIS/restorative practices to improve student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide a supervised, structured environment for ISS students.
• Work with admin staff and teachers to coordinate academic activities.
• Instruct students on replacement behaviors using the social skills curriculum and restorative practices.
• Communicate behavior and progress to students, families, and staff.
• Monitor student progress and maintain data collection on grades and behavior.
• Support development and implementation of PBIS and restorative practices.

Skills

PBIS knowledge

Restorative practices

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

The Alternative Education Teacher is responsible for coordinating and providing a supervised and structured environment for students assigned to the in-school suspension program at Francis C. Hammond Middle School. This position works with administrative staff and classroom teachers to coordinate the academic activities of assigned students, instructs students on replacement behaviors, and provides assistance to students in completing the assigned work.

Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited College or University in a Related Field Required, Master's Degree Preferred.
• Certificates & Licenses: Required to have a Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Collegiate, or PostGraduate License at the time of hire.

Essential Functions

1. Promotes adherence to established rules and regulations of the in-school suspension program and creates an effective climate for learning.
2. Serves as a liaison between the administrative staff, classroom teacher, and students assigned to the program to obtain and return the student's daily class work and homework.
3. Assists students assigned to the program with completing their regular classroom assignments.
4. Instructs students on replacement behaviors through the use of the social skills curriculum and restorative practices.
5. Communicates appropriate behavior, school rules, and regulations to students in the program.
6. Communicates with students the reasons for their ISS assignment and allows students to reflect on their behaviors and its impact on their education.
7. Instructs, guide, and encourage students to develop a positive attitude toward learning.
8. Monitors students who have been assigned to in-school suspension and reviews student progress.
9. Develop and implement a data collection protocol to include but not limited; to student monitoring and progress monitoring of grades and behavior
10. Communicates with parents and classroom teachers regarding student behavior and progress.
11. Reports inappropriate behavior by students to professional staff members.
12. Reports the effectiveness of the program to administrative staff and makes suggestions for improvement.
13. Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Restorative Practices preferred

Compensation

• Step Placement and Salary for this position is deteremined by The ACPS Teachers and Other Licensed Staff Salary Scale
• FLSA Status: Exempt position - This position is classified as exempt, meaning it is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.