Gifted Teacher (Elementary)

Position: Gifted Teacher
Location: DuBois Integrity Academy
Reports To: Principal/Assistant Principal
Employment Type: Full-Time

DuBois Integrity Academy (DIA) is hiring a Gifted Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. DIA STEM Academy's academic program has two pillars that support substantial improvements in achievement: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) combined with Blended Learning. We use theme-based interdisciplinary, integrated curricula to facilitate instruction and learning.

Position Summary

We are seeking a passionate, highly qualified Gifted Education Teacher to design and deliver advanced, differentiated learning experiences for identified gifted and talented students. The ideal candidate inspires intellectual curiosity, fosters creative and critical thinking, and supports the social-emotional needs unique to gifted learners across grade levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement a differentiated curriculum aligned with gifted learners' readiness, interests, and learning profiles

• Provide direct instruction through pull-out, push-in, cluster grouping, or self-contained gifted program models

• Design project-based, inquiry-driven, and real-world problem-solving learning experiences

• Administer and interpret gifted identification assessments; maintain student records and growth documentation

• Collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate instruction within the regular classroom

• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and program activities

• Support the social-emotional development of gifted students, including perfectionism, asynchronous development, and twice-exceptional needs

• Participate in IEP, 504, and gifted education plan meetings as applicable

• Stay current on research-based best practices in gifted education and apply them to instruction

• Coordinate academic competitions, enrichment events, and extracurricular opportunities (e.g., Olympiad, Science Bowl, Debate)

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Master's preferred)

• Valid state teaching certificate or license, including Gifted Education endorsement or certification

• Minimum 2 years of classroom teaching experience

• Demonstrated experience working with gifted, advanced, or high-ability learners

• Strong knowledge of gifted education theory, identification practices, and differentiation strategies

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in Gifted Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field

• Experience with curriculum compacting, acceleration, and tiered assignment design

• Familiarity with talent development frameworks (e.g., Renzulli, Bloom, Kaplan)

• Experience supporting twice-exceptional (2e) learners

• Proficiency with education technology tools and digital learning platforms

Work Environment:

This position is based in a vibrant and supportive school community dedicated to early childhood education. Teachers will have access to a range of resources and professional development opportunities designed to enhance instructional practices and support student success.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Dr. Yusuf, Elementary School Principal, at lyusuf@diak8.org. Candidates must also apply for the job on the school website.

All candidates are required to complete a criminal background check. DuBois Integrity Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.