Gifted & Talented Teacher

Job DescriptionPosition DescriptionNormandy Schoools Collaborative is looking for a Gifted & Talented Teacher for the 2026/2027 School year. The primariy responsibility is to develop and implement a continuum of services for elementary students that provides opportunities for students to develop intellectual, artistic, creative, and leadership abilities at high levels. Within the Gifted & Talented/Enrichment/Resource program, targeted services will be offered to students who demonstrate high ability and students who have been previously underserved. The person in this position will also support classroom teachers' planning for enrichment and differentiation.To provide differentiated (different from regular classroom) experiences for students identified as being superior in general intellectual ability and students who have been previously underserved. Provide an atmosphere for students where they can gain confidence in the validity of their gifts and talents. Incorporate beneficial instructional strategies for learning that are suggested by brain-based research.Reports to: Director of Science, Social Studies and Fine Arts CoordinatorSupervises: TBDPay Grade: Teacher Salary ScheduleESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSDevelops program objectives, enrichment units and process curricula for Gifted ProgramCreates lesson plans, which include how lesson objectives will be taught through individual and small group activitiesServes as a resource person in enrichment, differentiation and resource gifted education for building level personnelProvides all students with opportunities for interaction with community, state and national resourcesMonitors student's progress, keeps appropriate records, and prepares reports on a regular basis. i.e. monthly gifted newsletter for staff and parentsCommunicates with students, parents, regular classroom teachers and administrators through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the gifted programIdentifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional, and learning problemsMaintains professional competence through professional development activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities • Selects equipment and instructional materials; maintains required inventory recordsEmploys a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and media, consistent with capabilities of the individuals or student group involvedMaintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy administrative regulations and gifted program planAssigns tasks that are intellectually challenging to all students assignedDemonstrates a commitment to personal professional growthDemonstrates effective interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethicsAssist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policiesPerform other task as assigned by building principal KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAbility to work effectively with students in an highly diverse urban settingAbility to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleaguesPHYSICAL DEMANDSLight Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently as needed to move objects. The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions: repetitive hand movement, active listening, kneeling, mental acuity, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking for long periods of time.WORKING CONDITIONSEmployees in this position work in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.Disclaimer: The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.