ELEMENTARY TEACHER 2026-2027 SY - BROWN ES

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools seeks an Elementary Teacher to provide high-quality instruction across grades and subjects, using the required curriculum and research-based practices. The teacher will support student achievement in a learning environment aligned with system values and goals.

Responsibilities include integrating technology, assessing student progress, and collaborating with staff to implement school improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate.
• Must meet ESSA federal and state requirements or willingness to meet them.

Responsibilities

• Utilize technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning.
• Model appropriate and innovative use of technology for students.
• Facilitate and monitor the integration of technology in the classroom.
• Provide modifications for students with special needs, including ELL and exceptional education students.
• Select, develop, modify and adapt materials supporting learning objectives.
• Establish routines and behavior management procedures.
• Participate in administration of local and state testing.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor progress and plan instruction.
• Communicate high learning expectations and set real-world targets.
• Ensure safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Foster diversity, integrity, and respectful conduct.
• Supervise extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Support school improvement initiatives and participate in programs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate

ESSA compliance willingness to meet requirements

Job description

Job Title:

Elementary Teacher

Reports To:

Principal

Workdays:

9 Months (187 Days)

Salary:

Certified Schedule 16 (Level 1-4)

($50,062 - $95,754)

Depending on degree level (recognized by ALSDE)

Location:

Various Locations

FLSA Status:

Exempt

X

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Provide a learning environment that allows students to succeed academically in accordance with system core values, goals and objectives. Implement an effective educational program for the assigned grade level and subject area(s) using the required course of study, appropriate resources and materials, and research-based instructional practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning.
• Model appropriate and innovative use of technology for students
• Facilitate and monitor the integration of technology in the classroom
• Provide modifications for students with special needs, including exceptional education students and students who have limited proficiency in English as required
• Select, develop, modify and/or adapt materials and resources which support learning objectives and address students' varying learning styles and backgrounds
• Establish routines and uses appropriate behavior management procedures
• Participate in administration of local and state testing as assigned
• Use formative and summative assessment to monitor student progress; interprets and uses data for instructional planning and program evaluation
• Communicate high learning expectations for all students and establishes learning targets that are relative to real world experiences
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Foster student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, integrity, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others through role modeling and learning activities
• Supervise and/or assist with extracurricular and co-curricular activities as assigned
• Support school improvement initiatives through active participation in school activities, events, and programs
• Engage in personal professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership
• Maintain confidentiality regarding /student/school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility
• Maintain and submit required reports, records, and correspondence accurately and in a timely manner
• Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.
• Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws
• Report absences and take leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures; prepares for substitutes according to Board policies and school procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate.
• Must meet Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA) federal and state requirements or a willingness to meet the requirements.

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

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:

October 2026

Other Information:

Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check (https://fieldprintalabama.com/individuals). 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.