What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIFTED EDUCATION TEACHER position at Springton Lake Middle School?
RTMSD IS NOW HIRING FOR 2026-2027!
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POSITION: GIFTED EDUCATION TEACHER
LOCATION: SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
EFFECTIVE DATE: 2026 - 2027 SCHOOL YEAR
COMPENSATION: PER RTMEA CONTRACT
STARTING SALARY RANGE
$68,300 (Bachelor’s - Step 1) to $84,300 (Master’s - Step 6)
The Rose Tree Media School District and Springton Lake Middle School seek a student-centered Gifted Education Teacher to support advanced learners through differentiated instruction and enrichment opportunities that extend beyond the core curriculum. This position emphasizes the development of higher-level thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning, with a focus on providing enrichment in mathematics. The ideal candidate has experience working with gifted students, a strong background in mathematics, and the ability to collaborate effectively with classroom teachers to provide both push-in and pull-out support. This role also includes the development and management of Gifted Individualized Education Plans (GIEPs) to ensure that students’ academic needs are met. This full-time, contracted position is available for the start of the 2026–2027 school year.
The Rose Tree Media School District is one of the premier districts in Delaware County and beyond. We offer an exceptional package of salary and benefits and a work environment that is highly collaborative and supportive.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required; coursework or advanced degree in Education, Gifted Education, Mathematics, or a related field preferred.
- Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in a middle level or secondary content area required. Pennsylvania Gifted Education endorsement or willingness to obtain preferred.
- Certification in Mathematics or a strong background in mathematics instruction strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of Gifted Individualized Education Plans (GIEPs), including development, implementation, and progress monitoring.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver differentiated instruction and enrichment experiences that promote higher-level thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning.
- Experience working with gifted or advanced learners, including providing both push-in and pull-out support.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with general education teachers to support differentiation and enrichment within the classroom setting.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
- Current required background clearances (see below).
PA CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE (Act 34)
Website:?https://epatch.pa.gov/home
FBI CLEARANCE (Act 114) For employment enter service code 1KG6XN
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CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE (Act 151)
https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS/Public/Home
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