Employment Opportunity

Butler County Educational Service Center

May 1, 2024

POSITION: Gifted Education Specialist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The gifted specialist will coordinate gifted programming; ensure compliance with state regulations; coordinate testing and identification procedures; complete reports, records, and Written Education Plans (WEPs); and assist in providing high-quality professional development and auditing gifted programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Valid teaching certification for gifted instruction through the Ohio Department of Education.

● Three years of teaching experience in gifted education.

● Master’s degree preferred.

● Experience leading high quality professional development (especially for gifted educators), instructional coaching or mentoring recommended.

● Experience with coordination of gifted education, including gifted testing, preferred.

● Ability to collaborate and communicate with a variety of teachers, administrators, and other professionals.

● Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity in all aspects of our organization and the schools we serve.

● Strong organizational skills.

● Experience in using instructional technology, including online learning tools.

● History of good job attendance.

● Valid driver’s license and access to personal vehicle.

● Must pass criminal background checks and be free from communicable disease.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

● Assist school administrators and teachers in understanding gifted programs, services, and compliance with state guidelines for gifted education.

● Participate in the development and revision of curriculum and instructional programs.

● Conduct gifted audits to assess current programs and services, as well as recommendations for improvement.

● Disseminate and interpret current trends and research related to gifted education.

● Assist school personnel in the collection and analysis of data for gifted assessment, evaluation and decision-making.

● Assist teachers in implementing effective instructional strategies to serve gifted students.

● Maintain appropriate records and conduct on-going evaluation of programs and services.

● Complete gifted testing, reports, and service plans as required for compliance with state and federal laws and guidelines.

● Provide professional development for gifted intervention specialists and general education teachers who serve gifted students.

● Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

● Comply with state and federal regulations that pertain to the position (e.g. OSHA, OCR).

● Perform other duties consistent with the position as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

● To serve as a role model for students and education professionals in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.

● To help instill in students and education professionals the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

● : Board policies and procedures, building policies and procedures, public relations, and state and federal reporting.

● : Interpret policies and procedures, follow instructions, communicate effectively, maintain files and reports, collect data, schedule and lift moderate amounts of weight. Work successfully in a culturally diverse environment.

● : Basic math, English and communications, written and oral communication, planning and organization. Knowledge of current educational trends, methods, research and technology. In-depth knowledge of assigned curriculum, program or service area. Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data. Ability to work collaboratively with others.

ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS: : Exposure to unruly children/adults, blood, bodily fluids and tissue.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year as established by the Governing Board.The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non - prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Personnel.

STARTING DATE: August 2024

SALARY: Based upon the approved Governing Board Salary Schedule

BENEFITS: Excellent benefits for all full-time employees

WORK YEAR: Full-time – 150 days

DEADLINE: Until Filled

APPLY TO: Apply by clicking here: Application

The Butler County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, handicap, color, sex or national origin. The regulations of Title VI, VII (Civil Rights Acts of 1984), Equal Pay act of 1963, Americans With Disabilities Act, Title IX, and the Drug-free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 are followed. (If you need an accommodation to interview, contact Human Resources by the deadline.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person