Elementary Gifted and Teacher
Job in
Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota, 58102, USA
Listed on 2026-07-24
Listing for:
Fargo Public Schools
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-24
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Education Teacher, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type:
Licensed Educators and Specialists/Gifted and Talented
Date Posted:
7/21/2026
Location:
Washington Elementary School
Date Available:
08/19/2026
Additional Information:
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Job Type Full Time Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Schedule Teacher 's Contract Salary Range From $47,393 to $91,468
This position will be .5 FTE at Washington Elementary and .5 FTE at Roosevelt Elementary.
Position
Purpose:
The mission of FPS Gifted Services is to raise high end academic achievement for identified gifted students. The Gifted Services teacher implements services for students with academic giftedness, including providing accelerated math and ELA curricula and instruction, cluster grouping, and assessment of all students for service potential. The teacher partners with parents, administrators, instructional coaches, and classroom teachers to determine and meet the needs of high potential students.
The teacher will maintain records of services provided, monitor student growth, and determine ongoing services for students on their caseload.
Responsibilities:
Statement of Responsibility:
Serves as a teacher for elementary students using evidence-based practices (see North Dakota Best Practices in Gifted Education 2021 state document) to promote (a) the cognitive, social-emotional, and psychosocial skill development of (b) programming that meets their interests, strengths, and needs. Assess students for placement in services and monitor growth of students in services.
Examples of this work include:
Curriculum Development and Instruction:
* Develop and deliver challenging, innovative, and differentiated curriculum tailored to the needs of gifted and talented students.
* Implement instructional strategies that promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.
* Use a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
Student Support and Advocacy:
* Identify and assess students for placement in gifted services using established criteria and assessments.
* Provide individual and small group support to address the academic and social-emotional needs of academically gifted students.
* Advocate for the needs of gifted students within the school community.
Collaboration and Communication:
* Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, and instructional coach to support the integration of students with giftedness into the general education curriculum.
* Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, goals, and needs.
* Organize and participate in professional development opportunities related to gifted education.
Program Management:
* Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the school's Gifted Services program.
* Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
* Plan and facilitate enrichment activities, field trips, and special projects that enhance the gifted curriculum.
Professional Learning
* Builds professional learning through intentional, sustained development of professional expertise as outlined by the North Dakota Best Practices in Gifted Education (2021) state document.
* Is an integral part of gifted educators' professional and ethical practice.
* Is based on systematic needs assessments and professional reflection.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education B.A. in Education
ND Teaching License
Possess strong reading and writing skills; have the ability to teach content beyond a student's grade level, especially in the areas of mathematics, literature, and rhetoric
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching in general education classroom
Experience with delivering differentiated instruction
M.A. in Gifted Education or Educational Psychology of Gifted or close equivalent in the field of gifted education; and North Dakota endorsement in gifted education
Ability to implement all aspects of a comprehensive gifted program using North Dakota Best Practices for Gifted Programming document for guidelines
Understanding of research based best practices in gifted education; understanding of the cognitive and social emotional needs of gifted students; understanding of issues of equity in gifted education
Application Procedures
All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach:
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume/CV
3) Three (3) Professional References
4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach:
Current teaching license.
Job postings will be closed for applications at 5:00 pm Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting.
Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsor ships. Applicants must be…
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