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Elementary Gifted and Talented (GT) Teacher

Frisco ISD
Frisco, TX Part Time
POSTED ON 3/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2025
Job Title: Elementary Gifted and Talented (GT) Teacher

Reports to: Principal of Assigned Campus and GT Coordinator

Dept/School: Campus to be Assigned

Work Year: 184 days

Base Salary: Teacher Pay Scale Stipend

Primary Purpose

To assist the Elementary GT Coordinator in implementing an effective Gifted and Talented program for the district within the framework of the philosophy and objectives established by Board policy, consistent with the statues and standards of regulatory agencies, and in accordance with established regulations and procedures.

Education/Certification

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned (Generalist EC-6 and Gifted and Talented Supplemental Certification)

30 Hours of TEA Gifted Education Training

Special Knowledge/Skills

Demonstrates an understanding of program and curriculum design for gifted and talented students

Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with parents/guardians and other professionals to meet the social, emotional, and cognitive needs of gifted and talented students

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Three or more years of classroom experience is required

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Experience with gifted and talented students is preferred

Instruction

Provide instruction for elementary students identified as gifted and talented.

Provide support to classroom teachers by assisting in identifying, locating, assessing, and nurturing gifted and potentially gifted students, as well as differentiating curriculum and instruction for teachers.

Assist the coordinator in supporting principals, counselors, instructional coaches, and classroom teachers to meet the needs of identified gifted and talented students.

Gifted And Talented Department Responsibilities

Administer tests used for identification of potentially gifted and talented students.

Serve on district identification and appeal committees.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and forms.

Exhibit a high level of ethics and confidentiality in regards to student and teacher records and classroom performance.

Communication

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with students, parents, teachers, counselors, and principals.

Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand the needs of gifted and talented students.

Other Duties As Assigned

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Work Relationships

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress as well as be flexible to meet the needs of the students and staff on the campus. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, desks, media equipment, and other classroom equipment. Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned.

Application Deadline: April 3, 2025 (4:00 PM CDT)

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Approved By: Pamela K. Linton, Ed.D.

Chief Human Resources Officer

Date: 3/14/2025

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.

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