Founding Interventionist

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 will open its doors to 160 kindergarten through second-grade students. We will grow until we reach a total capacity of 520 students during the 2032-2033 school year in kindergarten through eighth grade. We are actively building a founding 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 eager to make a meaningful impact by providing invaluable support to students and educators in their educational journey? Do you thrive on the opportunity to assist in creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that fosters growth and development? Are you passionate about collaborating with educators and students alike, playing a crucial role in ensuring every learner receives the guidance they need to succeed? If so, Independence Preparatory Academy could be your perfect fit.

To achieve our vision, we seek Interventionists with a High School diploma (an Associate degree is preferred) and at least 3-5 years of professional work experience who desire growth in a feedback-driven, supportive environment.

SUPPORT AT INDEPENDENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

iPrep teammates are perpetual learners, challenging the status quo and solving challenges together. We remain united by our commitment to envisioning the infinite potential of every child. Our ideal candidate believes in our scholars and our community.  They have a passion for scholar-centered learning, evident in the following orientations: 

• Adaptability: Our team is 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

We are hiring for the 2025-2026 school year. The salary range for this position is between $20,000 and $25,000. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary at or near the start of the range, depending on relevant experience, teacher certification status, and internal equity. Compensation is based on our salary scales and is not negotiable.

Requirements

With the hands-on support of your school leaders and fellow teachers, you will:

• Prepare instructional materials, facilitate lessons, and work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning.
• To maintain a joyful yet structured learning environment, manage student behavior, organize classroom materials, and ensure safety and orderliness.
• Guide students who need extra help understanding concepts, completing assignments, or managing tasks.
• Collaborate closely with teachers to implement lessons, adapt materials, and support the overall delivery of instruction that leads to student mastery.
• Engage in weekly professional development opportunities with leaders and colleagues to benefit from feedback that will help you grow.
• Be a proud ambassador for iPrep, inspiring and encouraging potential families to become part of our thriving iPrep community.

Benefits

What we offer:

• 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
• Unique model experiences - ex: Eagle Quests, Choice Day
• Mastery-Based Grading
• Coaching toward student agency, purpose, and tenacity
• 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: 
• A clear pathway to professional growth
• Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates 
• Community Circle to build and strengthen our sense of team
• Over 6 hours a week in instructional planning and professional development
• 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