Elementary Teacher 2026-2027

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens City Schools in Alabama seeks a qualified Teacher to uphold school rules, implement board-approved curricula, and support student learning in a collaborative school environment.

The role requires lesson planning, maintaining records, communicating with parents, participating in faculty meetings, and contributing to extracurricular activities as mutually agreed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certified (or eligible for a certificate) by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Understand and enforce school rules, regulations, and Board policies.
• Participate in school operations through meetings, conferences, and committees.
• Abide by ethical standards and follow state curriculum and approved materials.
• Prepare for classes and maintain accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Evaluate student progress and refer to specialists when appropriate.
• Protect students and school property and be available for education-related discussions outside instructional hours.
• Collaborate with staff on instructional goals and activities.
• Assist in selecting instructional materials and participate in extracurricular activities.

Skills

Child development

Curriculum knowledge

Educational research

Technology literacy

Learning styles

Oral and written communication

Planning and preparation

Assessment and reporting

Student supervision

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

State certification eligibility in Alabama

Background clearance per Alabama statutes

Job description

JOB TITLE: Teacher

SALARY SCHEDULE: TA

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution.
2. Certified (or eligible for a certificate) by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.
3. Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

FLSA:Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system’s approved compensation plan.
2. The length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Understand and assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board of Education policies.
2. Participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school and school system. Such participation shall include teachers in consultation through meetings, conferences, and committee responsibilities.
3. Accept no other employment which interferes with the efficient and effective discharge of teacher duties and responsibilities.
4. To abide by the standards established for teachers' professional and personal conduct by the printed and published Code of Ethics.
5. To follow the courses of study approved by the State Board of Education and curriculum guides and textbooks approved and adopted by the Athens City Board of Education. Other material used for instructional purposes must be approved by the principal or designee.
6. To assist in fostering student attitudes through teaching, in all activities of the school program, the values of citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism.
7. Report for duty at least fifteen minutes before the opening of school and remain at least fifteen minutes after the close of school.
8. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations at the times designated.
9. Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided and appropriate to the interests and maturity of the students.
10. Establish and maintain appropriate discipline in the classroom and assist staff in the establishment and maintenance of discipline in the school environment.
11. Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal.
12. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, board policy, and administrative regulation.
13. Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and in accordance with the system's established procedures.
14. Seek assistance of specialists as needed and make referrals when appropriate.
15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to safeguard all equipment, materials, and facilities.
16. Make reasonable provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day. Procedures for such conferences will be mutually agreed upon by faculty and administration.
17. Work with other staff members in planning school activities, instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
18. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
19. All teachers participate in extracurricular activities as mutually agreed upon by faculty and administration.
20. Attend and participate regularly in faculty meetings.
21. Maintain a professional, cooperative working relationship with parents and the community.
22. Promote good public relations for schools and the school system with the general public.
23. Maintain and improve professional competence.
24. Perform other related duties during school necessary to the safe and effective operation of the school when requested by the principal.
25. Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of child development and especially of characteristics of students in the age group assigned.
2. Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum.
3. Knowledge of current educational research.
4. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology.
5. Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods toaddress student learning styles.
6. Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others.
7. Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.
8. Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze testresults, and prescribe actions for improvement.
9. Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have asafe and orderly environment in which to learn.
10. Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others.
11. Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work andmove about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

SOURCE: Athens City Schools, Athens, Alabama