Part-Time Gifted & Talented Facilitator 2025-2026 school year

POSITION TITLE: Part-Time Gifted & Talented Facilitator

EXEMPTION STATUS:Exempt

REPORTS TO:Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:As needed

Primary Purpose:

Develop learning experiences and instruction that provide an array of learning opportunities for students that are identified gifted and talented.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate preferred

48 or more semester hours from an accredited college or university preferred

30 hours of GT professional learning including Nature and Needs and ID and Assessment

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of the educational needs of gifted and talented students.

Ability to design and implement interdisciplinary units of study.

Flexibility and confidence in working with gifted students parents teachers and multiple principals.

Desire to work with students of all ages social and ethnic backgrounds

General knowledge of academic subjects curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Develop and implement lesson plans for the gifted and talented pull-out program.
• Plan engaging lessons that meet the individual needs interests and abilities of gifted students based on the district goals and objectives.
• Work cooperatively with principals teachers and campus staff.
• Assist in the coordination of the Texas Research Institute for Young Scholars Symposium.
• Assist students to develop advanced-level products and or performances that are targeted to an audience outside the classroom.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency board policy and administrative regulations.
• Use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process as applicable.
• Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Assist in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior as instructed by the teacher and in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.

Communication

• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues students parents and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Maintain high degree of confidentiality.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office and classroom equipment computer peripherals other devices
• Posture: Prolonged sitting/standing kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions keyboarding use of mouse wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance 30-55 pounds with assistance and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance; lifting and repositioning students
• Environment: Work is performed on campus indoors and outdoors; biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress work with frequent interruptions