Special Education Teacher, Kindergarten–Grade 5

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher works onsite in Birmingham, AL. Pay is $50,000–$76,000 per year. The role supports Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools’ growing Birmingham campus and its mission to prepare students to excel in college and life. The teacher develops and delivers instruction for students in kindergarten through grade 5, using assessment information and specialized strategies to support learning and development. The role also coordinates with families, general education teachers, and school leaders to implement student plans and meet special education requirements.

What you'll do

• Plan lessons and curricular materials
• use student performance data to inform instruction
• provide small-group services as needed
• maintain records and timelines for IEPs and 504 plans
• review IEPs with general classroom teachers
• collaborate with families and school professionals to develop IEPs
• use special education strategies
• communicate student progress
• support school transitions and expectations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

kindergarten–grade 5

iep

504 plans

specialized instruction

student assessment

birmingham al

freedom preparatory academy

$50k–$76k/year

$3,000 high-need stipend

alabama teaching license

bachelor’s degree

licensure support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Higher scaffolded teacher salaries, support in obtaining licensure, staff well-being and collective-care programs, and the stated high-need stipend.

Why this role

The posting requires a bachelor’s degree and eligibility for an Alabama teaching license; a master’s degree is strongly preferred. The title states a $3,000 high-need stipend.

About the employer

Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.