What are the responsibilities and job description for the TOSA Teacher Resource Central Based K-12 GT TOSA Resource Teacher position at Jeffco Public Schools?
ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.
Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.
Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!
Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
The Gifted and Talented Department is focused on Actualizing Learners' Potential for gifted and high-ability learners in Jeffco Public Schools. We believe all students deserve an education that will provide meaningful growth academically, socially and emotionally. See the Definition of a GT Student and our Board Policy on Gifted Education on Jeffco's website.
ABOUT THE JOB
Qualifications (non-negotiable):
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate with the members of the GT departments and other Central Support departments (Curriculum and Instruction, CLDE, etc.) to design and deliver cohesive, coherent, and rigorous professional learning and facilitate professional development at the building and district levels
- Identify and share learning resources that support advanced/in-depth learning in all content areas, with an emphasis on best practices for advanced and gifted learners
- Advocate for gifted education especially in the areas of identification and programming
- Collaborate with other GT resource team members regarding organization of responsibilities
- Demonstrate commitment and follow through with assigned tasks and communication with parents, administrators and team members
- Continue professional growth to address specific needs of: Underserved Populations, Gifted Center programming, Twice Exceptional students, Parent Education, Vertical Teaming, extended learning opportunities and any other area that may present itself in this role.
- Deepen their own knowledge regarding research in gifted education
- Demonstrate technology skills in student data bases and software platforms used by the district, including Excel, Outlook, presentation programs, Google Docs, organization of data and documents in a variety of programs and keep up the technological changes that occur
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all stakeholders, including parents, school administrators and department leadership
- Demonstrate skill and understanding in conflict resolution and management
- Be able to work an altered work day and week to meet the demands of this position (i.e. evening parent meetings, seminars, professional learning, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in developing and implementing differentiated classroom practices in gifted education and assessment. Must have a willingness to learn about and use alternative assessments when necessary to ensure gifted programming for ALL students including English Language Learners, students identified as Twice-Exceptional, and students with diverse cultural/ethnic/socio-economic backgrounds
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret data using an instructional decision-making model to address student achievement outcomes
- Working knowledge of district and state assessments and Jeffco technology platforms
- Successful experience in facilitating adult professional development
- Knowledge of school and district policies and practice (e.g. Strategic Plan), as well as state and federal mandates (e.g. ECEA, and state laws pertaining to Gifted and Talented education)
- Ability to oversee several projects simultaneously and bring them to completion on time
- Ability to use and learn new technology
- Strong, proven experience with collaborating with multiple departments and schools
- Ability to be a critical and creative thought partner in determining the needs of complex learning and solutions
HOURS AND DAYS WORKED
TOSA Tchr Resource_Cen Based
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 185
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCE - Professional - 185 days , L01, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $55,256.00 - $74,031.50 Effective as of: 08-16-2024
Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.
RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Serve as directed in a special assignment.
- Partner with principals, individual teachers, school sites, and articulation areas to implement District initiatives.
- Utilize content expertise to effectively develop curriculum, trainings or materials and facilitate this information to teachers and principals.
- Communicate and work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in specific content area as indicated. Masters degree preferred. Most recent Performance Evaluation with a "meeting or exceeding standards" in all performance areas and overall performance. Understanding of the Colorado State Standards for specific content area. Knowledge of other applicable State or Federal laws may apply.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five years successful classroom teaching experience in the content area. Previous successful experience working with adult learners. Experience using a variety of assessment tools including best practices in the areas of classroom instruction, differentiation, assessments, and interventions. Demonstrated understanding of a K-12 perspective for designated subject area. Experience effectively facilitating teacher professional development.
CERTIFICATION: Valid Colorado teaching license, preferably in specific TOSA related content area.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Excellent communication skills and positive interpersonal skills. Demonstrated expertise in specific content area and best practices for all students ranging in abilities from special needs to accelerated learners. Demonstrated understanding of a response to intervention process including the use of a variety of assessments and core, strategic and intensive strategies. Demonstrated leadership skills in the area of professional development including organizing and facilitating sessions. Knowledge and comfort with technology applications that support District curriculum. Knowledge of and experience with District's commitment to a guaranteed and viable curriculum including current work of the content team. Knowledge and ability to think flexibly and to adapt work to the needs the specific department. Willingness to implement national, state, and District initiatives. Knowledge of current research and issues in the area of subject area. Demonstrated ability to consult with a variety of groups and individuals. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and to meet deadlines.
SPAN OF CONTROL: This position does not have any supervisory responsibility.
DIVERSITY OF DUTIES: Duties require knowledge of District and school policies/procedures and applicable state/local/federal laws, facility security, child/adolescent behavior, intervention and mediation skills, and excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Important Notice Regarding Licensed Positions
Job Status: Ongoing
A successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status.
SALARY
Jeffco Salary Schedules
BENEFITS
Jeffco Benefits
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.
Salary : $55,256 - $74,032
