Teacher Grade 5 Gifted

 

Position / Title: Teacher Elementary Gifted
Bargaining Unit:    ETA	Department/Location: Elementary
Calendar Days: 184	Reports To: Building Principal
JD Revision Date: 11/09/2023	Supervises: N/A

 
Function / Position Summary
To meet the instructional needs of students as defined by the NAGC Standards and U-46 goals for gifted education.
 
Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that follows district guidelines for the gifted students and meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of gifted students.
• Implements research-based teaching strategies that engage all students; acknowledging a range of abilities of students and cultural backgrounds.
• Creates an environment conducive to learning and motivates students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
• Displays a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Able to scaffold instruction to meet both curricular and language acquisition needs.
• Plans for and guides the learning process toward the mastery of curriculum goals and and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects that are clearly communicated to students.
• Implements learning strategies that evidence both acceleration and enrichment.
• Aligns teaching and learning opportunities to the CCSS
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis, and as requested by the administration
• Implements assessments of student progress and communicates progress to students and parents.
• Sets high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivates students to work to their highest potential.
• Works cooperatively with building principal and Director of Gifted Programs.
• Participates on curriculum, personnel, policy or professional development committees related to the Gifted Educational Program.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Assists administration in implementing student discipline policies and maintains order in area(s) assigned and/or supervised in a fair and just manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal, or other administrative staff.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in related subject from accredited university.
• Illinois teaching certificate with bilingual endorsement.
• Previous experience as a gifted teacher is preferred.
• “Gifted Education Seminar” required

Experience / Knowledge

• Ability to differentiate instruction for Gifted Learners with L1 Spanish.
• Has a strong commitment for continued Professional Growth in Gifted Education.

Physical Demands

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasionally stooping, bending, and reaching
• Must work indoors.

Terms of Employment

• Nine-month position (184 work days)