Urban Special Education Teacher (K-5) – Licensure Support

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Preparatory Academy in Birmingham, AL seeks a Special Education teacher for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. You will introduce and help students master concepts, assess progress through the year, and work with colleagues to align curricula across subjects.

The role requires collaboration with the Head of School team, handling IEPs/504s, and maintaining compliant records while supporting diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and Alabama teaching license or reciprocal license.
• Experience in urban teaching and educational leadership preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Embodies and models network values of respect, responsibility, integrity, community, and excellence for students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborates with teachers to ensure cross-curricula and thematic alignment.
• Maintains a log of students on IEPs and 504s with mandated timelines.
• Communicates effectively with families, administrators, and colleagues.
• Works extended day to support collaboration and parent communication.
• Develops and implements strategies to help all students reach success.

Skills

Urban teaching

Educational leadership

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certification: Alabama teaching license / reciprocity

Enrollment in certification program (eligible for licensure)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Freedom Preparatory Academy in Birmingham, AL seeks a Special Education teacher for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. You will introduce and help students master concepts, assess progress through the year, and work with colleagues to align curricula across subjects.

The role requires collaboration with the Head of School team, handling IEPs/504s, and maintaining compliant records while supporting diverse learners.