Classroom Teacher - Gifted

RSU 21 is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be a welcoming and inclusive community that supports the safety and well-being of all of our students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to implementing programs and practices that support diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a part of this commitment, we welcome all applicants. RSU 21 does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity, orientation, disability, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, disability status, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

If you are a person of color, LGBTQ+, disabled, or belong to any protected class, we encourage you to apply. Our diversity strengthens our mission to produce global citizens.

As a Classroom Teacher for gifted and talented students, you will have an opportunity to serve as a dynamic leader, effective educator, and inspirational and impactful influence within your classroom. You will be expected to deliver measurable results through high-quality and intentional instructional planning, flexible and rigorous curriculum design, and curriculum delivery to improve student outcomes and transform students’ lives. As a Gifted and Talented Classroom Teacher you will:

• Plan instruction using approved curriculum, high-impact instructional strategies, subject matter expertise, and up-to-date data to meet the needs of all students
• Establish expectations, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, safe, positive, student-centered environment that maximizes opportunities for student learning
• Engage students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual learning goals and needs
• Set ambitious goals; gather, analyze, and use relevant data to measure student progress, guide instructional planning and delivery, and provide timely feedback to students, parents, and stakeholders
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to overall district effectiveness; and engage in professional reflection and growth that results in improved instructional practice and student learning
• Serve as a leader in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at the district, school, classroom and curriculum levels
• View leadership, professionalism, and effective communication as vital components of classroom teaching

Reports to: Director of Special Services and School Principals

Qualifications: Love what you do, and the opportunity this position presents — especially your ability to shape and drive a high-performing instructional climate and culture dedicated to improving student outcomes. We seek proven and high-potential educators with passion, high expectations for students, and a demonstrated track record of intentional, standards-based planning; rigorous, differentiated and high-impact lesson delivery; and the creation and maintenance of inclusive and high-performing instructional environments.

Requirements include, above all, a belief that all students can and deserve to learn.

Additional requirements include:
Bachelor’s degree or higher; valid Maine teaching certification or eligibility for endorsement required;
Maine DOE Certification Endorsement - 690 Gifted & Talented required, subject matter expertise; knowledge of effective teaching practices; comfort with standards-based curriculum; ability to design differentiated lessons that meet the educational needs of all students; and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Prior evidence of strong results on measures of student learning outcomes in relevant subjects strongly preferred. Our ideal candidate will be a strong instructional leader with both pedagogical knowledge and classroom experience, but we welcome candidates with a wide variety of backgrounds and years of experience.

National Board Certification, a plus.

Responsibilities:

Gifted and Talented

• Annually create and review the Individualized Learning Plan for each identified student
• Conduct consultations with students to assess and provide gifted and talented services, focusing on addressing executive functioning…