SUBSTITUTE TEACHER - SPECIAL EDUCATION

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools seeks Substitute Teacher Pool2026 JD to support classrooms across Birmingham. The role reports to the Principal and spans 9 months (187 days) with daily pay of $100 for non-certified and $120 for certified substitutes.

Responsibilities include creating a conducive learning environment, planning lessons, assessing student progress, and communicating with families. Work is at various locations under Birmingham City Schools guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Background check required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents, school and agency counselors and related service providers.
• Assists in developing and implementing the individual education service and transition plan.
• Instructs students to meet stated objectives and grade level standards.
• Instructs in citizenship and state-mpecified subjects.
• Collaborates with the teacher to develop lesson plans and materials; provides small group instruction.
• Converts lesson plans into engaging learning experiences and utilizes time efficiently.
• Maintains classroom behavior standards with positive reinforcement and corrective guidance.
• Evaluates student growth, prepares report cards, and maintains attendance records.
• Communicates progress with parents/guardians through conferences and updates.
• Supervises student movement and escorts students to resources and meals.
• Administers standardized testing and models nondiscriminatory practices.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years college coursework

Job description

JOB TITLE: Substitute Teacher Pool2026 JD

REPORTS TO

Principal

WORK DAYS

9 Months (187 Days)

SALARY

$100/Day (Non-certified);

$120/Day (Certified)

LOCATION

Various Locations

FLSA Status

EXEMPT

NON-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

• Works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents, school and agency counselors and related service providers in the overall educational plan for students enrolled in the education setting
• Assists in the development and implementation of the individual education service and transition plan for students enrolled in the education setting
• Instructs students in a program of study which meets stated objectives and prepares students to master grade level standards
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and policies and procedures of Birmingham City Schools
• Collaborates 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
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction and to actively engage students
• Establishes and maintains 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
• Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary
• Communicates regularly with parents or guardians through conferences and other means to discuss student progress
• Supervises and monitors student movement and escorts students to resources, bathrooms, buses, cafeteria, room changes and other activities in the building
• Administers standardized testing
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years college coursework preferred

*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

May 2025

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.