Gifted Support Teacher

Applications are now being accepted for a contracted Gifted Teacher for the 2026 - 2027 school year. 

                                                          Date of Posting: May 18, 2026

Title:                         Gifted Teacher

Classification:           Professional

Location:                   Culbertson Elementary School

Reports to:                Principal

Certification:             Valid PA Certification

Primary Function: To teach students assigned subject matter and to nurture the students’ knowledge and life skills related to their physical, mental, emotional, and social development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Plans and prepares for teaching the subjects, education programs, and activities in accordance with the approved curriculum and outcomes.
• Teaches assigned courses to individual students and groups and assesses and reports student academic progress and social growth in accordance with established standards.
• Teaches utilizing knowledge of acceptable techniques and the capabilities of students.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media tools, materials and equipment and assesses the learning capabilities of students.
• Teaches and demonstrates proper use of educational equipment, tools, and apparatus.
• Creates a nurturing classroom environment that is conducive to learning, age-appropriate development, and the maturity and interest of the student(s).
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains complete and accurate records as required.
• Communicates, collaborates,  and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, administrators, students, and parents to identify and meet student needs and to resolve problems.
• Maintains and assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct in classrooms, in all facilities, and during any school activity.
• Confers and meets regularly with both directors, building administrators, department chairpersons and supervisors on curricular needs within the building and to assess the need for training sessions, in-service programs and/or changes  in existing programs
• Assists faculty with the development, implementation, and presentation of best practice(s) necessary to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles.
• Supports the district-wide technology plan and its integration with curriculum and instructional delivery.
• Reviews and recommends the purchases of programs, materials, and equipment.
• Promotes an organizational climate that results in positive staff morale and openness in the district.
• Maintains personal professional growth and development through attendance at seminars and workshops.
• Models instructional practice components consistent with The Frameworks of Teaching supervision model.
• Is knowledgeable of and complies with School Board Policy, PA School Code, and District regulations.
• Long periods of moving through the classroom for the purpose of supporting learning, classroom management, and student safety.
• Long periods of communicating with students and colleagues.
• May direct  Special Education Assistants.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Pennsylvania Elementary Education Certification

Possesses knowledge of current instructional practices and assessment; excellent communication and human relation skills; strong organizational skills; possesses a multi-disciplinary perspective and a solid background in technology use.

If you are offered a position with Marple Newtown School District, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working:

School Health Record - includes physical & tb test from within a year
Act 24 (PDE Form 6004) - Arrest/Conviction Report
PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release -

A separate form must be completed for:

1. Current employer; and
2. All former employers that were school entities; and
3. All former employers where you were in a position that involved direct contact with children.

TheMarpleNewtownSchool Districtis an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability or other legally protected classification.  This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  Inquiries may be directed to Human Resources at 610-359-4380.