Gifted Education Specialist

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Limestone County Board of Education in Athens, AL is seeking a Gifted Education Teacher to deliver curriculum tailored to high-ability students and monitor individual progress within the gifted program.

Responsibilities include establishing a positive classroom climate, integrating technology, collaborating with staff, attending GEP meetings, maintaining records in SETSWeb, and reporting as required under state guidelines; 187-day calendar. Salary set by district schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Alabama teaching certificate in Special Education/Gifted.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Possess and maintain valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a positive classroom climate and effectively manages gifted education instruction within that environment.
• Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for students and staff.
• Utilizes innovative teaching techniques and technology as a teaching tool to plan and provide instruction; acts as a facilitator for students in the use of technology in the classroom.
• Provides quality gifted education experiences for all students and ensures each student's progress on an individual basis when possible.
• Familiarizes one’s self with the established curriculum and plans lessons in concert with same.
• Maintains gifted records in SETSWeb and in Gifted Education (GEP) student folders.
• Attends GEP eligibility meetings for students in service area.
• Conducts parent GEP meetings in accordance with SDE and system guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Valid Alabama teaching certificate in Special Education/Gifted

Driver's license

Job description

The Limestone County Board of Education in Athens, AL is seeking a Gifted Education Teacher to deliver curriculum tailored to high-ability students and monitor individual progress within the gifted program.

Responsibilities include establishing a positive classroom climate, integrating technology, collaborating with staff, attending GEP meetings, maintaining records in SETSWeb, and reporting as required under state guidelines; 187-day calendar. Salary set by district schedule.