Gifted; TAG Teacher Special ; TOSA

Location: EAC (Education and Administration Center)

Recruiting

Start Date:

02/12/2026

Estimated

Start Date:

08/01/2026

A licensed professional who organizes and facilitates the learning process utilizing a variety of evidence-based instructional practices and applicable technology; participates in a community of learning to develop and refine knowledge and skills for the academic, civic, social and emotional success of students; consistently evaluates student progress, makes appropriate adjustments, and communicates student progress; regularly collaborates, reflects, and grows to improve learning opportunities for students.

This position supports the Talented and Gifted (TAG) program and its implementation in Academy District 20.

This position requires the Gifted and Talented Core or Specialist (PreK - 12) endorsement from the Colorado Department of Education.

Subject to annual budgetary considerations, the typical stipend offered annually is 20% of the teacher base pay for additional work beyond the scheduled work day and/or work calendar as determined by the supervising administrator.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Serves as a resource for Talented and Gifted (TAG) teachers, administrators, departments and families in the areas of gifted student needs, gifted student identification, acceleration, enrichment, early access, and development of Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs), etc.
• Facilitates TAG parent engagement events and provides support and guidance for TAG family involvement activities
• Provides support in the assessment of TAG students or students who might qualify for TAG
• Assists teachers and administrators in data analysis of state screening and annual assessment results for TAG students or students who might qualify for TAG
• Provides guidance and expertise on current best‑practices and research in the education of TAG students
• Demonstrates mastery of and pedagogical expertise in gifted and talented education
• Follows district and state policy statements, guidelines, and legal requirements related to gifted and talented education
• Provides and/or facilitates professional learning for TAG teachers, staff, administrators, and families
• Collaborates as an active member of Special Populations, supporting initiatives, contributing to planning efforts, and engaging in cross‑team work to advance goals
• Supports specified district enrichment activities that enhance student opportunities
• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Advocates for schools/departments and students by partnering with students, families, and communities as appropriate
• Analyzes student learning, development, and growth; applies what they learn to improve their practice
• Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides reports as required
• Complies with applicable state and federal laws, district administrative policies, procedures, and practices, and location requirements
• Contributes knowledge and skills to educational practices and the teaching profession
• Creates processes which maximize instructional, collaborative, and preparation time
• Demonstrates a commitment to a diverse population of students and/or appropriate staff by creating an inclusive and positive school culture and provides instruction in meeting the needs of diverse students and/or appropriate staff, talents, experiences, and challenges in support of student achievement
• Demonstrates a rich knowledge of effective instructional practices, as identified by research on best practices, in order to support and guide students and/or appropriate staff in data‑based decision making regarding effective practices to maximize student success
• Demonstrates high ethical standards
• Demonstrates leadership in schools and the district
• Ensures that a…