Elementary Teacher
About The Position
Independence Preparatory Academy is a new, academically challenging, highly structured, and joyful K-8 school in Fairfield, AL. We are on a mission to equip all students with the academic tenacity and strength of character necessary to choose their destiny and create a fulfilling life. We develop empowered learners through agency, purpose, and tenacity. In August 2025, Independence Preparatory Academy opened its doors to 60 students in kindergarten through second grade. We will continue to grow until we reach a total capacity of 485 students in kindergarten through eighth grade. We are actively building a team that shares our belief that with rigorous academics, high-quality instruction, and character development, all students can excel in high school, college, and life. 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 for academic success? If so, Independence Preparatory Academy could be your perfect fit!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 1-2+ years of teaching experience (Alabama certification preferred) with a proven record of propelling extraordinary student growth or
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a desire for growth in a feedback-driven, supportive environment.
- Adaptability: Our educators are oriented toward building alongside each other. This means a commitment to: Learning and iterating An openness to giving and receiving feedback An entrepreneurial spirit: building from the ground up Collaboration with other adults and families
- Belief in our model and our graduate profile through a commitment to: Student agency and advocacy Supporting students in finding their purpose Mastery-based grading Profound learning experiences
- Student result orientation: through a commitment to: Hard quantitative academics Holistic indicators for success Knowledge of self: confidence in describing your identity, purpose, and passions
Nice To Haves
- Alabama certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Drive at least 1 year of academic growth for all scholars through standards-aligned, data-driven instruction
- Use weekly mastery data and exit tickets to adjust instruction in real time
- Implement Science of Reading-aligned literacy practices with fidelity
- Build a classroom culture where 100% of scholars are engaged and meet behavioral expectations
Benefits
- Be part of building a high-performing school from the ground up
- Receive weekly coaching & 6+ hours of protected planning time
- Teach in a structured, joyful, and academically rigorous environment
- See real student growth through data-driven instruction
- Join a team that values excellence, feedback, and purpose
- A chance to be part of community development and work alongside the community to SOAR
- Being a part of a new, innovative, unprecedented school model
- World-class peers - we are looking for exemplary educators committed to pushing your practice, collaborating with peers, and being aligned with our mission and vision
- Discipline that makes sense - restorative practices rooted in our core values and celebrated through positive incentives and rewards
- Deep care about your personal and professional growth
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- 403(b) retirement plan; iPrep offers contributions of up to 5% of your salary toward your savings
- Competitive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
