Teaching Jobs in Alabama
Teach in Alabama
There are over 725,000 students enrolled in the 78 school districts in the state of Alabama. Parents have the choice to enroll their children in traditional public schools, private schools, public magnet schools, online academies, charter schools, or a virtual learning setting. Whether you are looking for an elementary, middle school, high school, or special education teaching position in Alabama, you have a variety of choices available.
If you are interested in teaching in Alabama, larger school districts like Mobile County, Jefferson County, or Baldwin County Schools provide many available opportunities. Other districts including Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, AL schools provide a variety of curricular classes and a broad range of subjects and grades needing to be filled with qualified teachers.
Alabama Teacher Qualifications and Certifications
To teach in a K-12 public school in Alabama, you’ll need an active Alabama teacher/educator certification. The traditional route to obtaining Alabama teaching credentials is earning a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. The degree program must include a state-approved preparation program. Also, you’ll need to pass the Alabama state exams for prospective teachers. Alabama also offers a Provisional Certificate for certain fields. This allows teachers to earn an Alabama Teaching Certificate over a three-year period while teaching full-time.
Let us help you find a teaching job in Alabama. Our list of available teaching positions offers positions with public, private, charter, and online schools from Birmingham to Mobile, Montgomery to Huntsville. Schools in Alabama have many openings including elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, and secondary school teachers. Whether your certification is for elementary level classrooms or subject-specific high school classes let us help you find the position that matches your skills.
Travel to the Big Easy | Now Hiring Contract General and Special Education Teachers
Travel Teachers – Multiple Subject Openings | New Orleans, LA
Elementary | Science | Math | Special Education | ESL | English
Blazer Jobs: Supporting Those Who Make Lives Better
Blazer Jobs proudly partners with school districts across the nation to connect educators with purpose-driven career opportunities. Our mission — we make life better for those who make lives better — is at the core of every placement. We are currently hiring travel teachers for multiple subject areas in New Orleans, LA for full-time, 9-month school-based contracts.
Whether you're a seasoned teacher or exploring new districts through travel assignments, this opportunity combines professional impact with cultural richness.
Open Roles Include:
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Elementary Education Teacher
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Science Teacher
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Math Teacher
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Special Education Teacher
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ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher
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English Language Arts Teacher
Compensation & Benefits
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Weekly take-home pay between $1300–$1500, depending on experience and assignment
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Tax-free stipends available for housing and meals
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Licensure reimbursement for certification costs
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Full suite of benefits: medical, dental, and vision
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401(k) with employer match
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CEU reimbursement and dedicated professional development support
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Flexible scheduling aligned to full academic year
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Personalized support from your Blazer Jobs advisor from day one
Position Summary
As a travel teacher in one of these core academic areas, you’ll deliver high-quality, engaging instruction aligned with Louisiana state standards. You’ll manage classroom dynamics, create inclusive lesson plans, assess student learning, and work closely with school staff and families to support academic success. Whether supporting foundational literacy or leading advanced math instruction, you will play a direct role in students’ educational journeys.
Licensure Requirements
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Must hold a valid or expired state teaching license specific to the subject you are applying for (e.g., Elementary Education, Secondary Math, SPED, ESL, etc.)
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Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required
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Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) will assist with certification processing once a district offer is made
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Must pass background and fingerprint screening prior to start
Blazer Jobs will walk you through all credentialing and compliance steps with support from the district.
Why This Role Matters
Travel teachers bring fresh energy, adaptive expertise, and instructional excellence to the students who need them most. Your ability to step into a new community, embrace its needs, and contribute with confidence will have a lasting impact—on students and your own professional growth.
Apply Today
Bring your expertise to New Orleans and help shape the future of local students. To apply, reach out to:
Nicole Forgette, Recruiting Advisor
Email your resume: nicole.forgette@blazerjobs.com
Call or Text Direct: 813-792-3405