Caddo Parish Schools Job Description                           

Job Title:              Special Education Instructional Team Facilitator__Gifted and Talented

Prepared By:        Nadalie Thomas  

Prepared Date:     January 20, 2005

Approved By:       Jan Holliday

Approved Date:    January 24, 2005

SUMMARY

Reports to the Special Education Supervisor of Instruction; assumes leadership and supervision of gifted and talented programs in the pre-school, elementary, middle, and secondary schools; develops curriculum and conducts in-service training and I.E.P. conferences; supervises, observes, and evaluates assigned staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning

• Develops performance objectives and prepares a professional growth plan supporting department and school system goals.
• Plans programs to assist teachers in meeting diverse needs and varied abilities of students.
• Plans and presents in-service programs on screening, placement, methodology, and differentiated curriculum for the gifted program.
  • Keeps a log and manages a system of priorities for accomplishing administrative and curricular tasks.

 Administration

• Makes personnel observations and evaluations as described in the Performance Evaluation Plan.  Records comments on observations and advises and holds conferences to assist Instructional Specialists.
• Assists principals in planning the implementation and evaluation of the gifted/talented program.
• Purchases instructional materials and equipment.
• Selects textbooks and materials to meet the educational goals of the gifted program.
• Is making progress toward achieving the objectives in the professional growth plan.
• Prepares a self-evaluation as described in the Performance Evaluation Plan.
• Performs related duties as required by the Supervisor of Instruction.

 Curriculum

• Develops and implements a comprehensive curriculum and instructional program for academically gifted students.
• Assists principals in using interpreted test data for screening students for the gifted program.
• Evaluates student progress toward stated educational goals.
• Keeps parents informed of students’ progress.
• Keeps informed of current research findings and improved techniques in the areas of responsibility by reading appropriate journals and by attending professional group meetings and conventions.
• Uses available resources of the school system and the community to enrich the educational program.

 Organization

• Requests materials and data to fulfill responsibilities.
• Adheres to established, formal lines of communication through the chain of command.
• Coordinates curriculum programs with other programs in the system.

 Controlling

·        Maintains accurate records and reports and forwards them to appropriate authorities upon request.

·        Adheres to the policies and procedures established by the School Board, as well as those mandated by state and federal laws.

 Communication and Human Relations

• Communicates with individuals, groups, and agencies that provide assistance to students.
• Keeps informed on national, state, and local regulations affecting curriculum.        

 QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Ability equal to that resulting from satisfactory completion of courses required for graduation with a Masters degree from an accredited college or university.  Capability equivalent to that normally achieved through at least five years of continuous professional experience with knowledge of special education records and at least three to five years of teaching gifted education.  Should satisfy Louisiana requirements for a teaching certificate with authorization for gifted and talented and city or parish supervisor of instruction.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to plan, organize and oversee the work of assigned personnel.
• Ability to work tactfully and harmoniously with staff, schools, agencies, parents and/or the public.
• Physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control.
• Ability to hold records, reports, and conversations in confidence.
• Ability and initiative to plan, organize and carry out assignments under minimum supervision.
• Neat, well groomed appearance.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct.  Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION

Special Education Supervisor of Instruction

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

12 months (260 days)