SPED Teacher-Gifted Education-Girard, KS

SPED Teacher – Gifted Education – Girard, KS Job Summary

The primary role of the Gifted Education Teacher is to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages gifted learners to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

• A valid driver’s license is required for employment. REAL  required if air travel is necessary to complete job duties.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• Valid Kansas teaching licensure with applicable endorsement or eligible for waiver/provisional.
• Relevant teaching experience.
• Must have proficient technology skills commonly found in classroom environments.
• Ability to travel between sites on a daily basis.
• Must be able to change schedule and daily routines on short notice.
• Effectively communicate solutions to complex problems.
• Must be in good standing with partnering district(s) where program is located.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• Kansas Gifted teaching endorsement.
• Proficient in Science, Technology, English and Mathematics.
• Knowledge of technology and video conferencing.

• Receive referrals from participating area special education agencies and complete follow-up promptly.
• Participation in the development of the students’ Individual Education Plan.
• Develop positive working relationships with administrators and teachers.
• Knowledgeable about current and evidence-based practices, teaching resources and methods.
• Schedule time efficiently for assessment, instruction, planning, preparation of materials, travel and conference with relevant school and other key individuals.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and project-based learning. Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Observe, evaluate and maintain accurate and complete records of students’ performance and development.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies and school regulations.
• Establish positive student behaviors through the use of instructional and social‑emotional protocols.
• Perform student support, counsel students with academic problems and provide student encouragement.

• Maintain timely documentation.
• Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the Southeast Kansas Education Service Center (SEKESC).
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
• Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
• Maintain professional relationships with families.
• Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
• Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
• Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
• Regular and predictive attendance in the designated work location as determined by the Executive Director or designee.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

• Lifting to 40 pounds.
• Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
• Sit/stand for long periods.
• Work in loud/stressful environments.
• Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
• Being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• Being exposed to hazardous materials.
• Being exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security and that are not ADA‑compliant.

Salary, work schedule, and vacation to be established by the SEKESC Board of Directors and Executive Director.

Responsible to:
Director of Special Education or designee.

Supervises:
Paraprofessional, if applicable.

Evaluation:
As determined by the Executive Director or designee following state guidelines.

Greenbush is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race,…