Position Type: Teacher - Pooled Positions/ 5th Grade Science Talented and GiftedDate Posted: 9/23/2024Location: DistrictwidePrimary PurposeProvide identified gifted students with appropriate learning experiences that develop potential and lead to excellence. Assigned as itinerant to multiple elementary campuses to provide services for gifted students. Provide support for increasing student achievement for all students, specifically gifted students through staff development and instructional assistance for classroom teachers to support increased academic achievement for all students.QualificationsEducation/Certification:Bachelor’s DegreeValid Texas teaching certificateAt least three (3) years’ experience in teachingState-required Initial 30 Hours of Gifted and Talented TrainingGifted and Talented Endorsement preferredSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of the educational needs of gifted studentsKnowledge of strategies and materials for the education of gifted studentsAbility to design and implement STEAM related, interdisciplinary units of studyAbility to use open-ended and problem-solving approaches in instructionFlexibility and confidence in working with gifted students, their parents, classroom teachers, and multiple principalsExperience in facilitating groupsKnowledge and experience in planning and delivering staff developmentAbility to interpret dataKnowledge of curriculum and instructionStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
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