Gifted & Talented Teacher (Elementary)- Stephens ES 25-26 SY
Gifted & Talented Teacher (Elementary)- Stephens ES 25-26 SY
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Job Description
JOB GOAL:
To provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to helpthem fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Toenable students to develop competencies and skills necessary to function successfully insociety.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position is Nine and one-fourth (9.25) month contract (190 days) plus a benefits package.NOTE:Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based on experience and LRSDs salary placement guidelines.FLSA: EXEMPT.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must meet Arkansas certification requirements in elementary education.
- Must possess GT license Codes 305 and 306; Be working toward certification; Or be eligible and willing to obtain GT Certification within a 3-year period (max) as required by an Additional Licensure Plan (ALP).
- A minimum oftwo years teaching experience related to advanced learners (preferred).
- Experience and expertise in applying current educational theory and practice; of cultural socioeconomic ethnic and gender differences; and utilize the principles of child growth and development when working with students parents administrators community members and support staff.
- Willingness to participate in on-going staff development.
- Ability to teach to diverse student populations and possess sensitivity to cultural differences.
- Commitment to participate in professional development and apply newly learned instructional strategies in the classroom.
- Demonstrates the conviction that all children can and will learn in the New Little Rock School District.
- Knowledge of ways to differentiate curriculum in content product process and in the area of affective needs as well.
- Ability to articulate student progress clearly to parents and maintain appropriate records.
- Evidence of the ability to design and implement hands-on activities thematic units problem-based learning and real-world scenarios throughout all content areas.
- Strong organizational communication technology and interpersonal skills.
Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.
- Implement program options and assessment procedures in accordance with Arkansas state and district GT goals and objectives.
- Provide direct instruction to identified GT students appropriate to the students abilities.
- Provide opportunities for students to participate in learning experiences beyond the traditional classroom.
- Work with students to address affective needs and build character through education and one-on-one mentoring.
- Consult with parents teachers and students to assess and evaluate students needs.
- Assists in the preparation of required reports including establishing and maintaining student profiles progress reports grades annual reviews ADE standards etc.
- Attends workshops and meetings to stay informed of current ideas trends and practices.
- Be available to participate in after-school public events.
- Work with families and staff to collect data as needed for the purpose of evaluating program effectiveness.
- Writing and implementing curriculum; i.e. Imaginoons Special Interest Clubs thematic units etc.
- Works to establish and maintain partnerships with local community members and businesses.
- Develop or select appropriate rigorous curricula for students.
- Demonstrates knowledge of ways to effectively infuse technology into lessons.
- Performs additional auxiliary duties as assigned i.e. duty student monitoring Club Sponsors competition coach team manager etc.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mental Functions Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit stand walk go up and down stairs operate foot and hand controls use a telephone and write. Occasionally the employee must lift and/or move up to twenty (20) or more pounds. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound near and far vision depth perception handling and working with educational materials and/or objects and providing oral information. Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period and to be physically present and at assigned work with only infrequent unexcused absences during the contract year. Additional technical skills knowledge and abilities may be recommended by immediate supervisor and approved by the Human Resources Director.
Employment Type
Full-Time
