Teacher, Enrichment Specialist
Teacher, Enrichment Specialist
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Job Description
College Station ISD Job Description
Job Title:
Teacher Enrichment Specialist
Reports to:
Program Director and Principals
Wage Status:
Exempt
Department/Campus:
Assigned Campus
Pay Grade:
Teacher Pay Scale
Work Days:
187
Revised:
5/2023
Primary Purpose:
To provide and coordinate an approved schoolwide enrichment educational program that fosters self-directed learning thinking skills research communication skills individuality and creativity in identified gifted and talented students at designated a campus.
This position provides direct instruction for designated gifted and talented students as well as planned purposeful enrichment opportunities for all students conducts professional development and collaborates with teachers to provide guidance and expertise in best practices for supporting gifted learners and high achievers.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelors Degree from accredited university/college
Valid teaching certificate for the appropriate grade level/content area
Classroom experience teaching Gifted and Talented students (required)
30 hours of Level 1 Training in the area of Gifted and Talented instruction (required)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong knowledge of effective instructional practices and interventions for GT students
- Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of the requirements in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students regarding instruction and assessment of Gifted and Talented Students
Experience:
Three years teaching experience
Essential Job Functions:
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect an understanding of the needs of GT students
- Work with classroom teachers on professional development for improving instruction for Gifted and Talented students as well as high achievers
- Collaborate with district Enrichment Specialists and the Coordinator of GT to provide districtwide enrichment opportunities
- Collaborate with District and campus personnel to ensure that all instructional assessment and professional development responsibilities are completed as required under the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted and Talented Students
- Conduct annual identification assessments as required by State and District Plans
- Facilitate campus Admissions Review Exit Committee (ARE) meetings
- Ensure the accuracy maintenance and completion of student GT records (physical and digital)
- Ensure the accuracy maintenance and completion of student assessment records (physical and digital)
- Compile pertinent data as needed for campus District and State reports
- Provide ongoing and regular communication with building principals teachers and parents regarding classroom activities and student progress
- Work collaboratively with special education teachers to meet the needs and determine appropriate assessments and targets for Twice Exceptional Gifted and Talented students
- Plan implement and identify students for enrichment classes based on campus and district criteria
- Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues students parents and community members
- Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
- Keep informed of and comply with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
- Demonstration of the ability to get along with people in present assignment
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position
Equipment used:
Personal or laptop computer printer copier fax machine shredder calculator telephone electronic mobile devices projector and video display monitor
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands /Mental Demands/ Environmental Factors:
The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
Regularly sit talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to finger handle or feel; frequent repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds; occasionally required to stand walk reach with hands and arms; vision abilities include close vision; and color vision regularly work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control under stress; the noise level is usually moderate. The employee may spend long hours in intense concentration which requires attention to detail. There are a number of deadlines associated with this position which may cause significant stress. The employee must also deal with a wide variety of people on various issues. Predictable and regular attendance expected.
College Station ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability or age in its programs and activities. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
