Gifted and Talented Teacher (Grades 7-12)

Ellsworth School Department is seeking a teacher to provide gifted and talented students (Grades 7-12) with educational experiences that will lead students to self-directed learning as well as the critical thinking, research and communication skills necessary in today’s society.

Qualifications:

• Appropriate State of Maine 690 Certification and current CHRC authorization through the State of Maine, Department of Education
• Knowledge of and experience with high school students
• Experience using data to improve student learning and performance
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering trusted mentor relationships with students
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Broad repertoire of effective skills in the areas of instruction, assessment, and classroom management
• Collaborative team player
• Experience providing professional development to teachers to address unique learning needs of the gifted and talented student in the regular ed classroom (preferred)

 Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

 Coordinate the process to identify gifted and talented students including the review of student data and the testing of students.

• Develop and maintain records and reports as required
• Create and monitor student individual learning plans
• Plan and develop gifted programming using appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities and materials that reflect the needs of gifted and talented students.
• Provide opportunities for students to develop innovative products and sophisticated performances that reflect individuality and creativity.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to design and/or provide further academic challenge for identified students
• Consult with parents, administrators, counselors, classroom teachers and other relevant professionals regarding gifted and talented students.

Ellsworth School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Application packets should be mailed to:

Office of the Superintendent, 11 Avery Lane, Ellsworth, ME  04605, or by email to taustin@ellsworthschools.org.