Kindergarten Teacher

Independence Preparatory Academy; Fairfield (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% salary contribution

Professional growth pathway

Community development initiatives

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Alabama is seeking a passionate full-time educator to inspire students and foster academic success. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum GPA of 3.0, and 1–2 years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include planning inquiry-based lessons, utilizing data-driven tools, and developing meaningful relationships with students and families. Competitive compensation ranges from $48,000 to $55,000 annually.

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of teaching experience.
• Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Master iPrep’s academic content and curriculum.
• Plan inquiry-based, rigorous lessons.
• Build classroom management skills.
• Utilize data-driven pedagogical tools.
• Develop relationships with students and families.
• Engage in weekly professional development.
• Inspire potential families.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Knowledge of self

Student result orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Alabama certification (preferred)

Job description

Embrace Your Calling

Are you passionate about inspiring future generations? Do you find the buzz of student engagement and leadership motivating? Are you energized by working with a team and community to create a learning environment that fosters academic success? If so, Independence Preparatory Academy could be your perfect fit!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 1–2+ years of teaching experience (Alabama certification preferred) with a proven record of propelling extraordinary student growth.
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a desire for growth in a feedback‑driven, supportive environment.

Teach at Independence Preparatory Academy

iPrep teammates are perpetual learners, challenging the status quo and solving challenges together. We remain united by our commitment to envisioning the infinite potential of every child. Our ideal candidate believes in our scholars and our community.

Candidate Orientation

• Adaptability: commitment to learning and iterating, openness to feedback, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Collaboration with other adults and families.
• Belief in our model and graduate profile: student agency and advocacy, supporting students in finding purpose, mastery‑based grading, and profound learning experiences.
• Student result orientation: hard quantitative academics and holistic indicators for success.
• Knowledge of self: confidence in describing identity, purpose, and passions.

Responsibilities

• Master iPrep’s academic content and social‑emotional curriculum, including the Science of Reading, aligned practices, standard analysis, and anticipation of student misconceptions.
• Plan inquiry‑based, academically rigorous lessons that inspire curiosity in all students.
• Build classroom management skills to create a safe, joyful learning environment, balancing candor and love.
• Utilize data‑driven pedagogical tools to drive student achievement.
• Develop authentic, meaningful relationships with students and families to support personal and academic growth.
• Engage in weekly professional development opportunities with leaders and colleagues to receive and give feedback.
• Be a proud ambassador for iPrep, inspiring and encouraging potential families to join our thriving community.

Benefits

• Community development and a new, innovative, unprecedented school model.
• Mastery‑Based Grading and coaching toward student agency, purpose, and tenacity.
• World‑class peers aligned with our mission and vision.
• Restorative practices rooted in our core values and celebrated through positive incentives and rewards.
• Professional growth pathway with consistent feedback and support.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% salary contribution.
• Competitive compensation.

Compensation

$48,000–$55,000 per year, based on experience and certification. Compensation is based on salary scales and is not negotiable.

Employment Details

Full‑time, Entry level, Education, Birmingham, AL. Start date: January. Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Education Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting