SY Gifted Teacher; FTE

Pendergast Elementary School District Desert Horizon School
- Phoenix, Arizona

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Pendergast Elementary School District Desert Horizon School
- Phoenix, Arizona

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Job : 5651579

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

PENDERGAST SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

JOB TITLE:
Gifted Teacher

EXEMPT: Yes JOB CODE:

SALARY LEVEL: Certified Salary Schedule DEPARTMENT:

LOCATION: Assigned School TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: In

REPORTS TO: Building Principalaccordance with current school calendar

POSITION LEVEL: DATE APPROVED:

SUMMARY: Creates a flexible elementary grade gifted program favorable to learning and personal growth; establishes effective rapport with pupils; motivates pupils to develop skills; attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in accordance with each pupil’s ability; establishes good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

SUPERVISES:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate Arizona Elementary Teacher Certification
• Gifted Endorsement
• Meets Criteria of Highly Qualified
• Minimum of a Provisional SEI or ESL Endorsement
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates teaching skills and knowledge in gifted program, utilizing course of study adopted by the Governing Board and other appropriate learning activities.
• Evaluate pupil’s academic and social growth, and prepare progress reports. Maintains the confidentiality of each student’s record
• Establishes and maintains lines of communication with students and parents on a regular basis. Communicates with parents to discuss pupils’ progress with respect when reviewing a child’s problems or progress.
• Maintains a learning atmosphere by creating an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers to meet the physical and psychological requirements of the students
• Maintains professional competence by participating in classes, workshops and other growth activities.
• Select and requisition instructional aids and materials; maintain required inventory records.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and/or self-selected professional activities and attends required staff meetings and trainings.
• Assists in implementing policies, administrative regulations and procedures established by the Governing Board, district administration and unit school principal.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
• Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
• Directs student workers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of maximizing their efficiency and meeting work requirements.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.
• Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee.

EVALUATION
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Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board policy or evaluation of professional personnel.

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