AUXILIARY TEACHER 2026

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham Board of Education seeks an Auxiliary Teacher to support instructional programs across schools. This temporary role focuses on assisting with individual and small-group instruction and clerical support for classroom teachers.

Responsibilities include adapting activities to reinforce goals, helping with planning, supervising students, and contributing to a positive learning environment. This position ends Sept 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Time management skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; reading.
• Ability to work independently with or without supervision.
• Ability to discern stages of child development/age-appropriate activities.
• Knowledge of safety rules in the workplace.
• Ability and will to work with a significant diversity of individuals and perform effectively as a team member.
• Must have basic computer skills to enter student data.

Responsibilities

• Attend all required professional development sessions and meetings.
• Maintain consistent daily attendance and punctuality to support program goals.
• Assist students individually and in small groups with assignments to reinforce learning concepts.
• Implement instructional activities and lesson plans under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Monitor students in the classroom, library, playground, and other settings to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Support classroom management and reinforce appropriate student behavior.
• Assist with the preparation of instructional materials and classroom resources.
• Support the integration of instructional technology as directed by the teacher.
• Learn, follow, and maintain knowledge of district and school policies and procedures.
• Perform routine record-keeping, data entry, reporting, and clerical tasks as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive student and program information in accordance with district policies.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and students to support instructional goals.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing classroom and student needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Follow instructions

Independent work

Child development knowledge

Safety rules

Team player

Basic computer skills

Education

CDA or ECE coursework

Job description

Job Title

Auxiliary Teacher

Reports To

School/District Administrator

Work Days

9 Months (187 Days)

Salary

Classified Schedule AU ($23,512 - $30,665)

Location

Various Locations

FLSA Status

EXEMPT

NON EXEMPT

Job Description

THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARY AND WILL CONCLUDE ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2026.

The Auxiliary Teacher provides support to the instructional program within assigned classrooms, with specific responsibility for working with individual students and/or small groups, as well as providing clerical and instructional support to classroom teachers.

This role includes assisting with the adaptation of classroom activities to reinforce instructional goals and objectives, as well as supporting weekly instructional planning in collaboration with the lead teacher.

Auxiliary Teachers receive daily direction from the lead teacher or school administrator, including guidance on lesson objectives and instructional plans for the day, week, or month. They assist with delivering instruction to individual students and small groups, support students with assignments, and help manage student behavior within the classroom, on the playground, and during school activities. Additional responsibilities include supporting teachers in supervising students during classroom activities, recess, and field trips.

Candidates must be able to commit to attending all required professional development sessions and completing teacher practice hours as needed.

THIS POSITION IS A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT/ASSIGNMENT WHICH WILL END

SEPTEMBER 30, 2026. THIS POSITION IS NOT PERMANENT.

APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL NOT GAIN TENURE IN BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS.

CURRENT EMPLOYEES SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION AGREE TO WAIVE ALL DUE PROCESS RIGHTS

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend all required professional development sessions and meetings.
• Maintain consistent daily attendance and punctuality to support program goals.
• Assist students individually and in small groups with assignments to reinforce learning concepts.
• Implement instructional activities and lesson plans under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Monitor students in the classroom, library, playground, and other settings to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Support classroom management and reinforce appropriate student behavior.
• Assist with the preparation of instructional materials and classroom resources.
• Support the integration of instructional technology as directed by the teacher.
• Learn, follow, and maintain knowledge of district and school policies and procedures.
• Perform routine record-keeping, data entry, reporting, and clerical tasks as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive student and program information in accordance with district policies.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and students to support instructional goals.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing classroom and student needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Assume reasonable job-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor in order to meet the needs of the students/school.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Time management skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; reading
• Ability to work independently with or without supervision.
• Ability to discern stages of child development/age-appropriate activities
• Knowledge of safety rules in the workplace.
• Ability and will to work with a significant diversity of individuals and perform effectively as a team member.
• Must have basic computer skills to enter student data.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with school-age children is preferred.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring moderate physical activity.
• Ability to follow both oral and written instructions effectively.
• A Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or nine (9) hours of approved early childhood education coursework are preferred but not required.
• Bilingual candidates are preferred but not required.

*SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.

NOTE: Employment experience gained in the private employment sector may be considered for this position.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)

*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

REVISED

May 2026

Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check (https://fieldprintalabama.com).Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.