GATE Acceleration Model Teacher Pool (2026-27 SY

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GATE Acceleration Model Teacher Our Vision

Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.

We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.

In order to exceed great expectations, the academic potential for all learners must be identified, nurtured, and maximized. The Gifted & Talented (GATE) Teacher will serve as a liaison between the Office of Gifted and Talented and MNPS schools, implementing academically differentiated instructional programs. Responsibilities include coordinating screening and selection processes, providing content‑based direct instruction that is advanced, differentiated, and appropriate for learners of varying levels and abilities in grades K‑8.

Education - Master’s Degree Preferred
Licenses & Certifications - Tennessee teaching certification for elementary and/or middle school (Required). Meets Gifted Education requirements in Tennessee by holding either the Gifted Employment Standard or the Gifted Endorsement (Preferred).
Work Experience - 1–3 years of highly successful teaching experience or proven expertise working with advanced learners (Required).

• Provide high‑quality GATE instruction aligned to district‑approved curriculum and core content standards, maintaining direct instructional responsibility with students.
• Implement advanced instructional delivery models that support acceleration, depth, and complexity, in collaboration with school‑based teams.
• Design, deliver, and record model lessons for professional learning, modeling effective GATE‑aligned instructional practices and strategies for advanced learners in authentic classroom settings.
• Conduct and host learning walks, supporting visiting educators in observing advanced instructional practices and engaging in reflective dialogue.
• Facilitate collaborative reflection with peers through lesson debriefs, feedback conversations, and shared analysis of instructional practice, without assuming evaluative authority.
• Collaborate with GATE colleagues, curriculum staff, and content teachers to strengthen instructional coherence and alignment.
• Contribute practitioner feedback to curriculum refinement and instructional improvement efforts based on classroom implementation.
• Collect, analyze, and reflect on student learning data to monitor student growth and assess the effectiveness of accelerated instructional practices and the program model.
• Balance instructional leadership responsibilities with ongoing GATE teaching duties, maintaining accountability for student learning, engagement, and growth.

• Proficiency in GATE instructional practices that promote acceleration, enrichment, depth, and complexity.
• Understanding of grade‑level science standards and alignment of advanced instruction to core content.
• Skill in collaborative planning and co‑teaching with instructional peers.
• Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction based on evidence.
• Strong reflective practice skills, including giving and receiving instructional feedback.
• Ability to implement curriculum with fidelity while meeting the needs of advanced learners.
• Effective communication skills with students, families, school staff, and district partners.
• Ability to manage instructional responsibilities across multiple school settings.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration, able to build trust and work effectively across schools and roles.
• Growth‑oriented, student‑first mindset that views curriculum as a living resource designed to advance student learning and instructional practice.
• Willingness to attend the Gifted Employment Standard Training through Vanderbilt University.

• Punctuality and consistent presence are essential to maintaining a productive and collaborative work environment. Regular in‑person attendance is a fundamental expectation of this position.
• Performs related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Complies with all laws, regulations, policies, and standards.