Academically​/Intellectually Gifted; AIG Education Program Teacher

Position: Academically/Intellectually Gifted (AIG) Education Program Teacher
General Definition of Work

Performs difficult professional work providing a broad range of teaching services or specific learning program, assisting students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed as a foundation for future learning in accordance with each student's ability, using a variety of teaching and learning methods at various levels to a targeted audience, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must hold or qualify to hold a minimum of a North Carolina Class A elementary teaching license

AIG licensure preferred but not required for initial employment

Meet expectation to pursue add-on AIG licensure during two-year probationary period

Salary

Based on North Carolina Teaching Salary Schedule.

Reports to

Principal

Essential Functions

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials providing effective teaching strategies.
• Maintains effective classroom management, recognizes and addresses learning and behavior issues.
• Understand developmental appropriateness of materials and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Evaluates accomplishments of students on a regular basis using multiple assessment methods; provides progress and interim reports for feedback.
• Communicates with parents in a timely manner; maintains positive and constructive communication with students, staff, parents and community.
• Protects students, equipment, materials and facilities taking necessary and reasonable precautions.
• Upholds and enforces board policy, district goals, administrative procedures and school rules and regulations. Adheres to health and safety policies.
• Maintains appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.
• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory;
  Attends workshops, seminars and conferences as well as staff, department, curricular development and committee meetings and staff-development session as required.
• Respects the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics and state and federal laws.
• Shares responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in areas of the school.
• To instruct identified gifted students in grades 3-5 in a resource and inclusion setting following the Cabarrus County Schools' Academically/Intellectually Gifted Service Plan;
  
  -To instruct weekly enrichment lessons for students in grades 1 and 2 through the CCS LIFT program and oversee the development of student portfolios and nominations for gifted identification;
  
  -To collaborate with general education to meet needs of academically and intellectually able students;
  
  - To possess an understanding of the social and emotional needs of gifted learners;
  
  -To evaluate and record student performance and communicate information effectively to students, teachers, and parents;
  
  -To participate in AIG teachers' curriculum planning and implementation;
  
  -To participate in and facilitate on-going professional development for the county, and at the school site, pertinent to AIG education;
  
  -To administer appropriate standardized assessments following placement guidelines and procedures;
  
  -To maintain records for AIG students according to assessment and placement criteria;
  
  -To advocate for AIG students;

Ability to perform non-instructional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

STANDARD I: Teachers Demonstrate Leadership

The Teacher:

Leads in the classroom by taking responsibility for all students' learning.

Demonstrates leadership in the school by working collaboratively with all school personnel to create a professional learning community.

Leads the teaching profession by striving to improve the profession.

Advocates for schools and students by promoting positive change in policies and practices affecting student learning.

Demonstrates high ethical standards by upholding the Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional Conduct

STANDARD II:
Teachers Establish a Respectful Environment for a Diverse Population of Students

The Teacher:

Provides an environment in which each child has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults by encouraging a climate that is inviting, respectful, supportive, inclusive, and flexible.

Embraces diversity in the school community and in the world by demonstrating knowledge of diverse cultures.

Treats students as individuals by maintaining high expectations for all students; and by appreciating differences and valuing contributions.

Adapts teaching for the benefit of students with special needs by collaborating with specialists.

Works collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students by improving…