Elementary Teacher (K-2)

Freedomprep; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Preparatory Academy seeks elementary teachers specializing in Kindergarten, First and Second Grade for its growing network of charter schools in Birmingham, AL. You will introduce and help students master concepts as measured through year-round assessments, collaborating across grade levels to align curricula.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with teaching certification in AL or reciprocity; teaching experience in urban settings is preferred, and mastery of Microsoft Word,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; teaching certification in AL or reciprocity preferred.
• Master's degree strongly preferred.
• Two to four years urban teaching and leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Kindergarten, First and Second Grade with mastery of concepts through assessments.
• Collaborate across teachers to ensure cross-curricula alignment and thematic planning.
• Maintain high expectations for academics and behavior; model core values.
• Develop and implement lesson plans, curriculum materials, and assessments.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with laws and district rules.
• Extend the school day for collaboration and parent/staff communication.

Skills

Urban teaching experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Teaching Certification in Alabama or reciprocity

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools (www.freedomprep.org) is a network of PreK-12 free public charter schools serving students in Memphis, TN, and Birmingham, AL. Our mission is to prepare all students in grades PreK-12 to excel in college and in life. Since our founding in 2009, we have grown from a class of 96 sixth grade students to now serving over 1,950 students across multiple campuses. In 2024, we expanded into Birmingham, AL, starting with grades K-1, with plans to grow to a K-5 campus. At Freedom Prep, we are committed to transforming education for students across the South, ensuring they have access to high-quality educational opportunities that empower them to thrive. Over the past 15 years, our students have consistently exceeded both local and state averages in math and have surpassed local benchmarks in English Language Arts on state assessments. Our mission is guided by three core beliefs: every child deserves the right to a high-quality public education, character development is essential to student success, and exposure to diverse opportunities builds the confidence and skills needed to excel in college and in life. At Freedom Prep, we cultivate a structured, academically rigorous environment that fosters excellence in core subjects, promotes advanced academic skills, and encourages students to embody the core values of Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Excellence, and Community.

Position Overview

Freedom Preparatory Academy seeks elementary teachers specializing in Kindergarten, First and Second Grade for our growing network of charter schools. As a teacher at Freedom Prep Academy, you will be expected to both introduce and help students develop mastery of concepts as measured through assessments administered consistently throughout the year. These skills and concepts will be presented in a variety of ways that convey a thorough understanding and execution of the content. Teachers will work closely with other teachers to ensure cross‑curricula and thematic alignment of curriculum. We are seeking applicants who have specific expertise in these content areas: Math, Science, English Language Arts, Social Studies, and English as a Second Language. We are also seeking applicants for these electives: Art, Spanish, and Physical Education/PE. Each teacher will be responsible for their subject area and their respective standards.

Responsibilities

• Embodies and models the network’s core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, community, and excellence for our students, families, and colleagues
• Upholds the school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through continuous reflection, flexibility, and growth
• Fosters students’ positive view of self and supports children’s learning through social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development
• Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Creates and maintains positive classroom culture and community
• Reinforces school‑wide rules and expectations in the classroom, including lesson planning, curriculum development, assignment creation, and other curricular materials
• Uses detailed data analysis of student performance to inform best practices
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, administrative and district regulations
• Works an extended school day to allow for collaboration, professional development, and ample communication with parents and other staff members
• Works closely with the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, and Dean of Students to develop and implement strategies for all students to reach success
• Completes other tasks as assigned by the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, or other School Based Administrative employees

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's Degree strongly preferred

Certification:

• Valid Alabama teaching license and endorsement(s) in the hired content area - OR -
• Valid teaching license from a state that offers reciprocity with AL - OR -
• Enrollment in a certification program with eligibility for a recommendation of licensure by the program or district
• Eligibility for Alabama teaching license required

Experience:

• Two to four years of urban teaching and educational leadership experience is preferred
• Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with low skill levels in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits and Compensation

Salary scales are available online for your review. We offer higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage. Additionally, we provide zero‑dollar monthly premium options, holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY), a focus on staff well‑being and collective care through our Adult Social‑Emotional Learning, and support in obtaining licensure.

Key benefits include:

• Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage
• Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY)
• Focus on staff well‑being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning
• Support in obtaining licensure

Our Commitment

Freedom Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build an experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.