Elem- LTS Teacher of Gifted Learners 25-26 (2nd semester)

Radnor Township School District•Wayne, PA

11d

About The Position

The following long-term substitute position may be available for the 2 nd semester of the 25-26 SY. LTS TEACHER OF GIFTED LEARNERS Elementary Level

Requirements

PA Instructional certificate in Elementary Education, required
Knowledge of the characteristics of gifted learners
Knowledge of Chapter16 regulations
Knowledge of curriculum and instructional practices for gifted students
Strong commitment to gifted education and meeting the needs of gifted students
Ability to collaborate with teachers to create a challenging and exciting atmosphere in the regular classroom
Ability to differentiate curriculum and instructional materials to meet the needs of gifted and advanced learners
Ability to use technology for analyzing data, productivity, and communication

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in education or gifted education, preferred
Experience working with gifted and advanced students
Coursework and experience in gifted education preferred
Experience with K-6 Math curriculum, preferred

Responsibilities

Stay current in PA Chapter 16 legislation, case law, and gifted education curricular, instructional, and assessment issues
Assist building principals, teachers, and the Office of Student Services in identification of gifted students
Coordinate and assist in completing the gifted identification referral process to determine students eligible for gifted programming
Serve as a coach and resource person for the classroom teachers, providing materials, methods, and strategies to ensure appropriate educational experiences for the gifted student in the regular classroom
Develop and implement a flexible, individualized, enriching curriculum appropriate to meeting the individual gifted pupil’s needs and nurturing group interaction
Create an environment in which the gifted learner can use their strengths, explore their personal and interpersonal development, risk new areas of thought and action and feel challenged
Designing and/or selecting appropriate instructional modifications for gifted and advanced students and coordinating these activities with other teachers as appropriate
Prepare, implement, and evaluate an annual educational plan for gifted students based on individually assessed needs in accordance with district procedures, and Chapter16 regulations
Provide specialized instruction to individual and small groups of gifted students
Provide information to community groups, and parents concerning gifted programs as requested or needed and as approved by the immediate supervisor
Provide ongoing and regular communication with building principals, teachers, and parents regarding classroom activities and student progress and attend open houses and other parent meetings regarding gifted children.
All applicants who are interested in filling this position must apply online at www.rtsd.org . Scroll to bottom of Homepage and click on “Employment.” Current district employees, please be sure to click the “Sign-In/Register” link at the top of the page, before logging in.