SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER POOL - 2026-2027 SY

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher at EPIC Elementary School in Birmingham, Alabama.

The role focuses on supporting students with disabilities, collaborating with staff, and implementing individualized education plans to promote growth and success.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and Alabama Professional Certificate; this is a 9-month position with a salary range of $49,080 to $93,876, depending on degree level as recognized by ALSDE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Alabama Professional Certificate.
• Must meet Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA) federal and state requirements or be willing to meet the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, school and agency counselors and related service providers to support students who require special education services
• Assist in the development and implementation of the individual education service and transition plan for students enrolled in the education setting
• Guide students through a program of study that meets objectives and prepares students to master grade level standards
• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and Birmingham City Schools policies
• Collaborate with the teacher of record to develop lesson plans and materials compatible with curriculum standards; provide individualized and small group instruction
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to maximize instructional time
• Evaluate academic and social growth of students, prepare report cards, and maintain records
• Communicate progress with parents or guardians through conferences
• Supervise student movement and escorts to resources and other activities
• Administer standardized testing
• Use current technology for instruction and management purposes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Classroom management

Effective communication

Data analysis

Non-discriminatory practices

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Alabama Professional Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Special Education Teacher

Reports To

Principal, Program Specialist, and Director of Special Education

Work Days

9 months (187 days)

Salary

Certified Schedule 16 (Level 1-4) ($49,080 - $93,876)

Depending on degree level (recognized by ALSDE)

Location

EPIC Elementary School

FLSA Status

EXEMPT

Job Description

Creates a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of students enrolled in an education setting. Establishes effective rapport with students. Motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for becoming a responsible citizen in accordance with each pupil’s ability.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents, school and agency counselors and related service providers to support students who require special education services
• Assist in the development and implementation of the individual education service and transition plan for students enrolled in the education setting
• Guide students through a program of study which meets stated objectives and prepares students to master grade level standards
• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and policies and procedures of Birmingham City Schools
• Collaborate with the teacher of record to develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with curriculum standards; provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction and to actively engage students
• Evaluate academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary
• Communicate regularly with parents or guardians through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and areas of concern
• Supervise and monitor student movement and escorts students to resources, bathrooms, buses, cafeteria, room changes and other activities in the building
• Administer standardized testing
• Use current technology for instruction and management purposes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom by providing positive reinforcement of acceptable behaviors and modifying unacceptable behaviors
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
• Ability to compile and analyze data, interpret the laws, policies, and regulations pertaining to the work
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Effective oral and written communication

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Valid Alabama Professional 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.

Physical Requirements

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

Revised

March 2026

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.