Lebanon School District
Job Description

TITLE: Gifted Education Teacher
SERVICE RANGE: Secondary (Grades 6-12)
ADOPTION: 2005
REVISION: 2022

BASIC FUNCTION

The Gifted Education Teacher plans and administers instructional and educational support programs for eligible gifted education students on an individual and group model in alignment and compliance with guidelines and regulations determined by the administration, Board of Directors, state and federal agencies. He/She will create an environment that encourages learning, motivate students to develop skills, activities and knowledge needed to establish and continue a firm foundation to perpetuate the appropriate learning experience (to achieve the students' full potential) throughout the educational process in the Lebanon School District and beyond. The Gifted Education Teacher will utilize resources to establish a cooperative relationship with parents, staff members and administrators to support each student's opportunity to learn and grow in educational and life experiences.

The position of Gifted Education Teacher is a 190-day position and shall include active participation in the school's operation to support a positive learning environment. This position reports to and is evaluated annually by the Building Principal and/or his/her designee.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The requirements for this position are a minimum of a bachelor's degree and appropriate
Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) certification and qualifications prescribed by law, to include Every Child Succeeds Act (ESSA).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The Gifted Education Teacher will demonstrate proficiency in developing appropriate educational plans, assisting with identifying gifted and talented students, and developing strategies which encourage high levels of thinking through the use of effective instructional methods, learning activities and specially designed programs. He/She will be knowledgeable of gifted education laws and policies and have the ability to offer explanation of the laws and policies to staff members, parents and community members.

The Gifted Education Teacher must be able to articulate the school and district goals regarding gifted education programs throughout the district to staff, students, parents and community members.
He/She must possess the knowledge, pedagogical abilities and attitudes necessary to be a successful scholar, decision maker, and agent for curriculum enhancement and change. The Gifted
Education Teacher must be aware of and comfortable using computer and technological applications as educational tools.

Gifted Education Teacher
P* age 2 *

AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES (E) Designates Essential Functions):

1. Establishes innovative techniques to assist teaching prescribed courses to gifted and talented students and incorporates language skills, writing skills and appropriate critical learning procedures, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Directors. (E)

2. Instructs students in citizenship and basic/advanced subject matter (or assists in this instruction as dictated by certification requirements) as specified in state laws, regulations and district policies.

3. Develops clear and appropriate lesson plans and identifies effective instructional materials.

Lesson plans will include creative materials that expose the student(s) to the four basic abilities necessary for creative thinking, problem solving, divergent thinking, exercise analytical thinking skills, creative writing and editing and leadership and decision making.
(E)

4. Selects, designs and organizes objectives, strategies and materials to support the students' efforts to successfully master the prescribed course work and incorporates research findings in the instructional/educational program. Understands the appropriate use of differentiated content and instructional methods, math, compacting procedures and acceleration and reading as it pertains to gifted and talented students. (E)

5. Develops and updates Gifted Individual Education Plans (GIEP's), Gifted Written Reports

(GWR's,) and other appropriate evaluation tools as prescribed by law or as necessary to meet educational objectives, as determined by appropriate sources. (E)

6. Provides individualized and single group instruction to adjust the curriculum to the needs of the students. He/She will have the ability to teach at various levels of instruction and determines the appropriate pace for instruction related to students' abilities and explains material and subject content to students and parents. Differentiates instruction for students based upon need and works with students and other teachers in inclusive settings.

7. Establishes and maintains standards of behavior in the classroom and throughout the school to achieve a positive and functional learning atmosphere for students.

8. Evaluates students' academic and social growth keeps appropriate records, prepares student progress reports (GIEP's, GRW's, etc) and provides accurate and constructive feedback to students and parents (as necessary) (E)

9. Initiates procedures to ensure that GIEP's, GRW's and other required reports/evaluations are completed within prescribed timelines and regulations.

10. Uses data to improve the learning and instructional process. (E)

11. Cooperates with other professional staff members to identify student needs and develop assessments to solve health, attitude and learning problems.

12. Creates an effective learning environment, to include appropriate field trips and activities

Gifted Education Teacher
P* age 3 * related to individual students strengths and abilities and encourages spontaneous thinking skills.

13. Participates in the selection of books and other instructional materials.

14. Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day and after school activities. (E)

15. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district regulations.

16. Participates in curriculum development programs and coordinates meetings with teachers.

17. Participates in faculty committees, meetings, and other faculty sponsored programs supporting the gifted educational program.

18. Maintains professional competence through district sponsored in-service programs and approved professional development activities with emphasis on gaining knowledge of the qualities and characteristics of gifted and talented children. (E)

19. Demonstrates regular and timely attendance. (E)

20. Is able to speak and write in a clear, concise manner. (E)

21. Is able to move throughout the building (all floors) and school grounds as necessary. (E)

22. Is able to lift a minimum of fifty (50) lbs. (E)

23. Collaborates and cooperates with other professional staff members and administrators in facilitating the delivery of the entire educational program to students, to include art, ELD, music, physical education, remedial and gifted programs.

24. Follows all Board policies, and building procedures and submits required information and reports within identified timelines. (E)

25. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal, Superintendent or his/her designee.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $55,149.00 - $89,852.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Public school

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person