Gifted Intervention Specialist - Newark City Schools

Young World Physical Education; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Newark City Schools is seeking a Gifted Intervention Specialist to provide academic instruction to gifted learners in grades K–5. The role focuses on co-teaching and developing challenging lessons that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

The ideal candidate will have a valid teaching license and a commitment to ongoing professional development. The position offers a supportive environment alongside instructional coaches and the district’s Gifted Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid teaching license with a supplemental gifted endorsement.
• Ability to discern the social and emotional needs of each student.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Co‑plan and co‑teach differentiated lessons for gifted learners.
• Work with instructional coaches to develop assignments for gifted students.
• Emphasize critical thinking and real-world problem solving in lessons.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to establish rapport

Social and emotional discernment

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Valid teaching license with gifted endorsement

Job description

Gifted Intervention Specialist – Newark City Schools

Position: Gifted Intervention Specialist. The Licking Regional Educational Service Center is seeking a licensed Gifted Intervention Specialist to provide academic instruction and enrichment to gifted learners through co‑teaching in grades K‑5 within a gifted cluster classroom or pull‑out model in the Newark City School District for the 2026‑27 school year. Daily work includes co‑planning and co‑teaching differentiated lessons and working with instructional coaches to develop alternative assignments and projects for gifted learners. Critical thinking, action research service learning, real‑world problem‑solving, independent studies, and Creative Problem Solving will be emphasized in the lessons that are developed. The candidate will receive ongoing support and professional development from the Curriculum Department and the District’s Gifted Coordinator.

Responsibilities

The daily responsibilities of the Gifted Intervention Specialist include:

• Co‑planning and co‑teaching differentiated lessons for gifted learners in grades K‑5.
• Working with instructional coaches to develop alternative assignments and projects for gifted students.
• Emphasizing critical thinking, action research, service learning, real‑world problem‑solving, independent studies, and Creative Problem Solving in lesson design.
• Receiving ongoing support and professional development in the instruction of gifted learners.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A valid teaching license with a supplemental gifted endorsement (or willingness to complete coursework to earn one).
• Ability to discern the social and emotional needs of each individual student.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish rapport and work closely with students, staff, and community.
• Ability to cooperate with building and district administrators and instructional coaches to identify, develop, and lead training for gifted students and staff.
• A willingness to serve as a resource consultant to other district staff.
• A willingness to be accessible to the K‑5 Curriculum Director and Assistant Superintendent of Certified/Licensed Personnel.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Position Details

Position Type: Full‑time. Salary based on experience and licensure. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Contact Information

Dale L. Dickson, Director of Auxiliary Services
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