After-School Gifted & Talented Educator

Lansing School District; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 3,168,000 - 3,720,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lansing School District is seeking an exceptional Gifted & Talented Teacher to lead advanced reading and math instruction for elementary students. This role emphasizes project-based learning, inquiry, and higher-order thinking in a diverse, supportive environment.

Schedule includes after-school sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with time for preparation, and multiple short sessions from November 9, 2026 to March 26, 2027.

Qualifications

• State teaching certification (preferred).
• Proven track record of success in teaching.
• Ability to engage, inspire, and challenge students at an advanced level.
• Strong knowledge of math and reading strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a project-based curriculum for gifted and talented students.
• Utilize inquiry-based, problem-solving, and discovery-driven instructional approaches to cultivate deep learning.
• Encourage higher-order thinking, abstract reasoning, and mathematical modeling.
• Foster an interactive, student-centered classroom environment that promotes collaboration and discourse.
• Communicate regularly with parents and administrators regarding student progress.
• Be present for the entire program.

Skills

Fostering curiosity

Math knowledge

Reading instruction

Communication

Collaboration

Education

State teaching certification (preferred)

Job description

The Lansing School District is seeking an exceptional Gifted & Talented Teacher to lead advanced reading and math instruction for elementary students. This role emphasizes project-based learning, inquiry, and higher-order thinking in a diverse, supportive environment.

Schedule includes after-school sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with time for preparation, and multiple short sessions from November 9, 2026 to March 26, 2027.