PRIMARY PURPOSE

The function of the GT Specialist is to provide instructional programming for identified

academically gifted and talented students which promote intellectual, emotional, and

interpersonal growth and development. In accordance with district philosophy, goals, and

objectives, GT Specialists collaborate with administrators and colleagues to provide

differentiated and enriched curriculum for students in grades K-6.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university required
• Gifted and Talented certification required
• Master’s Degree from accredited university in Gifted and Talented Education or related required

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Experience

Two or more years of successful teaching experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instruction

1. Develop and implement flexible, curriculum-based, enrichment services designed to meet the gifted students’ academic needs, while facilitating collaboration through group interactions.

1. Collaborate with parents, students, and GT Teachers to create an environment in which the gifted can develop strengths, improve interpersonal communication, take intellectual risks, and face academic challenges.

1. Collaborate with classroom teachers to support high level critical thinking and problem solving skills for all students.

1. Provide academic enrichment for newly identified kindergarten students each spring.
2. Locate and provide resources, methods, and ideas to support teachers with advanced learners and identified gifted students.

1. Provide direct instruction for students, and team teach with GT classroom teachers, as needed.

1. Disaggregate and analyze all GT student STAAR data for use with campus and district instructional planning and trend analysis.

1. Provide academic support to GT students in their areas of giftedness in order to promote advanced level performance on state assessments.
2. Provide affective skill support to GT students to address multiple exceptionalities.
3. Perform other duties as assigned.

Testing

1. Accept ongoing nominations and testing requests for GT.
2. Secure permission to test from parents or guardians.
3. Screen all kindergarten students for GT services using district criteria.
4. Administer and score district designated tests.
5. Compile all testing data on appropriate matrices, including campus and district reports.
6. Communicate results of testing to parents in writing.
7. Conduct Building Selection Committee meeting to confirm candidates for GT programs.
8. Maintain testing data files and folders on students.
9. Present candidates to District Selection Committee for review.

Extracurricular

1. Facilitate individual campus programs that foster critical thinking skills, problem solving,

and good sportsmanship, such as Destination Imagination, UIL, Robotics Club, etc.

1. Serve as consultant for the GT Kids’ Conference.
2. Attend TAGT and other professional conferences, as appropriate.
3. Attend GT-PAC meetings.
4. Select GT-PAC representative and communicate regularly.
5. Assist with local GT Coop Day.

Extracurricular

1. Facilitate individual campus programs that foster critical thinking skills, problem solving,

and good sportsmanship, such as Destination Imagination, UIL, Robotics Club, etc.

1. Serve as consultant for the GT Kids’ Conference.
2. Attend TAGT and other professional conferences, as appropriate.
3. Attend GT-PAC meetings.
4. Select GT-PAC representative and communicate regularly.
5. Assist with local GT Coop Day.

Professional Growth and Development

    1. Participate in the district staff development program

    2. Obtain 6-hour GT update annually.

    3.Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.

    4. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

    5.Keep informed of, and comply with, state, district, and campus policies for classroom teachers.

   6.Assume responsibility for compiling, maintaining, and filing all reports, records, and other documents as required.

   7. Attend and participate in faculty meetings, and serve on staff committees as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May be required to supervise assigned instructional aide(s).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: 60
Reports to: Campus Principal
Days: 187

Salary : $61,000