.5 FTE Gifted Specialist - Cherokee ES

Cherokee Elementary School; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherokee Elementary School in Paradise Valley, AZ is seeking a .5 FTE Gifted Specialist to support 3rd–5th grade Math and 4th–5th grade Reading. The role involves coaching regular teachers on differentiation and providing enriched learning opportunities to gifted learners.

The successful candidate will demonstrate deep knowledge of gifted education, strong classroom instruction, and collaborative coaching to strengthen campus programs and improve student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of learning theory and gifted learner characteristics.
• Strong gifted teaching strategies and classroom instruction.
• Ability to communicate and model differentiation strategies in all subjects.

Responsibilities

• Possess understanding of learning theory and gifted learners' social-emotional needs.
• Demonstrate exemplary classroom instruction using gifted teaching strategies.
• Demonstrate strong differentiation strategies and model them campus-wide.
• Pursue coaching opportunities to advocate for gifted learners and teachers.

Skills

Gifted education

Differentiation

Coaching

Math instruction

Job description

.5 FTE Gifted Specialist - Cherokee ES

Scottsdale USD 48 Cherokee Elementary School - Paradise Valley, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job Details

Job ID: 5940927

Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PAY GRADE: Per Salary Schedule

FLSA STATUS : Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE :

The role of the Gifted Specialist is two-fold. The Specialist serves as the content replacement teacher for the identified gifted learners in 3 rd -5 th grade for Math and 4 th -5 th grade for Reading. Additionally, the specialist provides guidance and support to the cluster and regular classroom teachers on the campus as well as supports with differentiated learning opportunities as needed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Possess a deep understanding of learning theory. Including the ability to articulate an understanding of the unique characteristics of gifted children, the social emotional needs of gifted learners, and the importance of fostering creativity to maximize student talent development.
• Demonstrate exemplary classroom instruction, utilizing gifted teaching strategies.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of differentiation strategies and be able to communicate and model these strategies in all content areas.
• Possess a growth mindset and communicate that forward thinking approach in all aspects of coaching. Demonstrate self-motivation to advocate for gifted learners and their teachers by pursuing opportunities to initialize coaching.