Job Title: Gifted Specialist (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade)

Reports to: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Summary:

The Gifted Specialist is responsible for collaborating with principals and teachers to develop instructional strategies for increased student success. The Specialist coordinates any identification procedures for students as gifted and plans programs to assist all students.

 

Essential Functions:


Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions; apply pertinent policies, regulations and/or laws; planning and managing activities; preparing and maintain accurate records; and operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information; compose a variety of documents and/or facilitate group discussions; knowledge of requirements for gifted programs, best practices for gifted education; analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions; specific knowledge to satisfactorily apply appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws, age appropriate activities, lesson plan requirements, community resources and stages of child development; ability to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events, gather, collate and/or classify data; use job-related equipment; knowledge and practice of Culturally Responsive Teaching strategies; flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; operate equipment using standardized methods; ability to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; independent interpretation of guidelines; problem solving with equipment; ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality, exhibiting tact and patience; working flexible hours.


Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree with endorsement in Gifted Education and at least three years of teaching experience is required. A Master’s Degree is preferred.


Physical Conditions and Nature of Work:

The usual and customary methods of performing the teaching position require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and the significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 24% sitting, 33% walking, and 43% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.


Evaluation

The Gifted Specialist is evaluated by the Principal.