K-5 Gifted Intervention Specialist — Co-Teach & Enrichment

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

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.