Birmingham City Schools is opening the door to opportunity, and the benefits speak for themselves:

💼 Above-average starting salaries (around $50K after state approval)
📈 Eligible Math & Science teachers can earn an additional $15K–$20K annually
🎓 International Baccalaureate programming from K–12
🏆 One of the highest numbers of board-certified teachers in Alabama
💰 $10K sign-on bonus for eligible SPED teachers
🌍 $7,500 sign-on bonus for Math, Science & Foreign Language teachers
⏰ $15/hour for all hourly staff

Come connect, explore, and see where you fit in.
📅 April 21: Networking Mixer
📅 April 23: Hiring Fair

🔗 Register now!

Bring your passion. We’ll bring the possibilities. 🔑

3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
WHY BCS? Above-average salaries Eligible Mathematics and Science teachers can earn an additional $50K $15к-20k Initial average of the first year annually, as required by TEAMS Act of the State after state approval of Alabama One of the highest numbers of board certified teachers in the state. International Baccalaureate programming from K-12 $15 Per for all hourly staff • 0K sign-or DOnl for eligible SPED teachers* $7500 Math, Science, and Foreign Language Sign-on Bonus* SWIPE FOR MORE INFORMATION >>>
APRIL 21 NETWORKING MIXER 5-7PM Birmingham Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Road | Birmingham, AL 35223 • Refreshments • Meaningful conversations • A chance to make a memorable first impression APRIL 23 HIRING FAIR 4-6PM A.H. Parker High School Gymnasium 400 Abraham Wood Jr. BIvd. | Birmingham, AL 35204 • Participate in interviews • Explore open positions across the district • Join the best at BCS! SWIPE FOR MORE INFORMATION
CALLING ALL EDUCATORS! • Certified Teachers • Graduating Education Majors • Experienced Educators JOIN OUR SUPPORT TEAM! • CNP Staff • Custodians • Bus Drivers REGISTER TODAY! BIT.LY/BCSEVENTS2026
Our Special Education Department held its Autism Awareness Walk yesterday at Woodlawn High School. We celebrate diversity at BCS, and we love seeing our families having fun in the sun! #SuccessStartsHere
about 3 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Autism Awareness Walk
Superintendent Mark Sullivan and BCS board members had the opportunity to tour the new Junior Achievement McWane Economic Education Center in Birmingham today.

BCS is proud to have partnered with Junior Achievement of Alabama for more than two decades, helping prepare students for success through real-world learning experiences. The Junior Achievement McWane Economic Education Center will provide experiential learning in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship to more than 20,000 students each year.

This innovative 30,000-square-foot regional facility, located in downtown Birmingham, Alabama, will serve school systems within a one-hour drive. #SuccessStartsHere
about 18 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan (second from left) with Board Members Derrick Billups, Mary Boehm, and Yamika Foy and Board President Sherman Collins
The Mustangs blank Woodlawn to take the victory in Ensley! #SuccessStartsHere ⚽️🥅
1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE: JACKSON-OLIN 2 WOODLAWN 0
A late goal gives Woodlawn the win!

The boys are up next. https://www.bhamcityschools.org/gameday #SuccessStartsHere ⚽️🥅
1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE WOODLAWN 1 JACKSON-OLIN 0
UAB students recently assembled and delivered bags of hygiene products for eighth-grade girls at Hayes K-8 School to fulfill their service learning project! The students contacted the Office of Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement and were then connected with Dr. Vivian Hopkins-Moss, the school's counselor. The UAB students also facilitated a discussion on hygiene with the young ladies during their visit! #SuccessStartsHere
2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
UAB students recently assembled and delivered bags of hygiene products for eighth-grade girls at Hayes K-8 School to fulfill their service learning project! The students contacted the Office of Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement and were then connected with Dr. Vivian Hopkins-Moss, the school's counselor. The UAB students also facilitated a discussion on hygiene with the young ladies during their visit! #SuccessStartsHere
Students from Jackson-Olin, Wenonah, and Woodlawn are competing in the Litter Quitters Video Competition! Cast your vote and help our scholars land in the top three of their respective watershed zones:

🐎 Jackson-Olin: https://www.litterquitters.org/post/jackson-olin-hs
🐉 Wenonah: https://www.litterquitters.org/post/wenonah-hs
🪖 Woodlawn: https://www.litterquitters.org/post/woodlawn-hs

#SuccessStartsHere 🚮
2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
screenshot from Jackson-Olin video
screenshot from Wenonah video
screenshot from Woodlawn video
It's GAMEDAY! ⚽️

🐎 Jackson-Olin vs. Woodlawn 🪖
🏟️ P.D. Jackson-Olin High School
📺 coverage begins at 5:15 p.m.
🕠 girls kickoff at 5:30 p.m.
🕖 boys follow at about 7 p.m.

More details at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/gameday #SuccessStartsHere 🥅
2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Spring Soccer GAMEDAY Jackson-Olin vs. Woodlawn
Congratulations to JaNiyah Wilder of P.D. Jackson-Olin High School! She received a $5000 scholarship from the Alabama Direct Admission Initiative. Led by nonprofit Alabama Possible, the program enables automatic admission to participating state colleges and universities without a formal application. Wilder was chosen from all high school seniors in the state of Alabama! #SuccessStartsHere 🎓
3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
JaNiyah Wilder of P.D. Jackson-Olin High School

During tonight’s board meeting, we recognized our outstanding educators!

  • Elementary Teacher of the Year: Madison Abney of C.W. Hayes K-8 School


  • Secondary Teacher of the Year: April Sibley of Ramsay I.B. High School


  • Elementary Counselor of the Year: Samantha Bookman of R.C. Hemphill Elementary School


  • Secondary Counselor of the Year: Sonya Thompson of Ramsay I.B. High School


  • Librarian of the Year: Tamra Ishman of Oxmoor Valley Elementary School

  • National Board Certified Teachers: LaToya Cosby from the Educators Effectiveness Dept., Brandi McGuire of P.D. Jackson-Olin, and Janessa Smith-Waller of Huffman Academy

  • ASAHPERD High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year: Rodney Dorsey of Jackson-Olin High School

  • ASAHPERD Health Educator of the Year: Jovanka Ward of Ramsay High School

  • ASAHPERD Sports Professional of the Year Alphonzo Lewis of Glen Iris Elementary

    #SuccessStartsHere

4 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Elementary Teacher of the Year: Madison Abney of C.W. Hayes K-8 School
Secondary Teacher of the Year: April Sibley of Ramsay I.B. High School
Elementary Counselor of the Year: Dr. Samantha Bookman of R.C. Hemphill Elementary School
Secondary Counselor of the Year: Sonya Thompson of Ramsay I.B. High School
Librarian of the Year: Tamra Ishman of Oxmoor Valley Elementary School
National Board Certified Teachers: LaToya Cosby from the Educators Effectiveness Dept., Brandi McGuire of P.D. Jackson-Olin, and Janessa Smith-Waller of Huffman Academy
ASAHPERD High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year: Rodney Dorsey of Jackson-Olin High School
ASAHPERD Health Educator of the Year: Jovanka Ward of Ramsay High School
ASAHPERD Sports Professional of the Year Alphonzo Lewis of Glen Iris Elementary
The Alabama High School Sports Writers Association has named Wenonah junior guard Brendon Davis the 5A Boys Player of the Year and a member of the Super All-State Team for 2026! #SuccessStartsHere 🐉🏆
4 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Brendan Davis shoots against Sylacauga
UAB School of Education and Human Sciences is inviting YOU to Family Literacy Night, a FREE event with light refreshments, interactive activities, and take-home tools to support young readers! Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/events?id=55312923 to register.
4 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT BUILDING STRONG READERS Join us for a FREE event with light refreshments, interactive activities, and take-home tools to support your young reader! APRIL 30 - 5:00-7:00 PM LOCATION: UAB SEHS LOBBY Open to children in Pre-K through 5th grade More information: kejohnson@uab.edu

During today's Birmingham City Council meeting, Councilwoman Crystal Smitherman recognized several scholars from Ramsay High School for their recent successes, including:

🏆 BCS Softball Championship for the Lady Rams 🥎

🏆 First Place in the Academic Bowl

🥇🥈 First and Second Place in eight categories in the BCS Science Fair

🥇 Indoor Track State Champion in 60m and 400m — Quantez Williams 🏃🏾‍♂️

#SuccessStartsHere

4 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Ramsay at the Birmingham City Council
Ramsay at the Birmingham City Council
Ramsay at the Birmingham City Council

This morning, Mayor Randall Woodfin and the Birmingham City Council issued a resolution congratulating the Wenonah Dragons on the team's historic victory in the 5A Boys Basketball State Championship Game! 🏀🏆⛹🏾‍♂️

4 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Mayor Randall Woodfin, Council President Wardine Alexander, and the Wenonah Dragons!
Wenonah Dragons recognized at the Birmingham City Council meeting on April 14
Wenonah Dragons recognized at the Birmingham City Council meeting on April 14
Wenonah Dragons recognized at the Birmingham City Council meeting on April 14
Wenonah Dragons recognized at the Birmingham City Council meeting on April 14
Wenonah Dragons recognized at the Birmingham City Council meeting on April 14

The South Hampton Storm Sentinels team has arrived in Washington! Tomorrow, these scholars will make their presentation in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow National Finals. Watch live via YouTube starting at 8 a.m. Central! 🌪️

5 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
South Hampton Storm Sentinels Team at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
South Hampton Storm Sentinels Team at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
South Hampton Storm Sentinels Team at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.
South Hampton Storm Sentinels Team at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
South Hampton Storm Sentinels Team at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Our BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week takes to the pitch in Ensley this Thursday as the Jackson-Olin Mustangs host the Woodlawn Colonels! Coverage begins at 5:15 p.m. LIVE on Facebook and YouTube. ⚽️

5 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Spring Sports Game of the Week (soccer) Jackson-Olin Mustangs vs. Woodlawn Colonels April 16 @ Jackson-Olin High School
Parents, we have a lot of active action items for you! For your convenience, they are all in one spot. Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/checklist to get started. #SuccessStartsHere
6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
checklist -- registration, summer learning, parent power lab, spring survey and more! https://www.bhamcityschools.org/checklist
This week, Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan spoke at the STAIR of Birmingham Rise to Read Breakfast about the power of partnership in advancing literacy across Birmingham City Schools and celebrated the hard work of teachers and reading coaches who helped move student achievement forward.

With literacy rates continuing to trend upward, his remarks highlighted both the progress made and the shared commitment to even greater success ahead. #SuccessStartsHere 📚
7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast
STAIR Rise to Read Breakfast

Woodlawn scholars packed out the gymnasium today for the College & Career Fair! Thank you to the colleges, universities, employers, and other partner organizations that participated and helped us showcase the post-secondary opportunities available to our scholars after graduation!

8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn Academy of Business and Finance at the College & Career Fair
HR's Livia Pleasant representing Teach BCS at the Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair
Woodlawn High School College & Career Fair

Register now! Not just teachers, we’re hiring the team that keeps schools running strong. 🚍🍎

CNP staff, custodians, bus drivers, and more, there’s a place for you at BCS. And $1,000 signing bonuses are available for these positions!

Stop by, meet the team, and explore open roles across the district.

9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Who should attend? Certified teachers, graduating education majors, and experienced educators seeking new opportunities. We are also looking for CNP Staff, custodians, and bus drivers. Register now Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/BCSEvents2026 today!