Gifted Facilitator

Gifted Facilitator

Tonganoxie USD 464 • www.tong464.org

Title: Gifted Facilitator

Reports to: Building Principal and Tonganoxie Basehor Linwood Special Education Cooperative Leadership

Position Summary: The gifted facilitator teacher creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal- social- and intellectual development of students by providing enrichment opportunities for students who have been identified as exceptional.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master's degree or willingness to acquire licensure for Gifted Education

• Currently hold or be eligible for a Kansas certificate in respective content area

• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of effective instruction

• Desire and ability to work with students and staff

• A willingness to cooperate with and follow the directions of the school principal

• The ability and willingness to communicate with parents

• Ability to plan- organize- and see that activities are completed

• Proficient in data collection and reporting

• Excellent written and oral skills

• Proficient in Microsoft and Google applications

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

• Valid Teaching Certificate with applicable level area endorsements.

• 5+ years of directly related experience in education.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in identification of gifted students.

• Design and implement individualized education plans for gifted students in compliance with Kansas special education law.

• Provides direct instruction to identified students in general education and special education settings.

• Serve as a resource person for the classroom teachers- providing materials- methods- and ideas to ensure appropriate educational experiences for the identified students in the general education classroom.

• Work in conjunction with general education classroom teachers to provide instruction in higher level thinking and problem solving skills for all students.

• Serve as a member of the school team- communicating frequently and regularly with parents of the identified students.

• Assists the teaching and learning team in district in-service directed at an awareness of gifted education and the development of teaching skills necessary to better meet the needs of the gifted students in the general education classroom.

• Has knowledge and understanding of the cognitive- social and emotional characteristics- needs- and problems found in gifted students as a result of their development.

• Develop and implement a flexible- individualized- enriching curriculum appropriate to meeting the individual gifted pupil`s needs and nurturing group interaction.

• Create an environment in which the students can use their strengths- explore their personal and interpersonal development- risk new areas of thought and action and feel challenged.

• Will nurture creativity in all its aspects of thinking- feeling- intuiting- and expressing talent through products.

• Ability to supervise- direct- motivate- and correct employee's job performance.

• Ability to model commitment and dedication to work.Ability to work independently and without supervision- and complete work in an efficient manner.

General Responsibilities:

• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly- productive environment for learning.

• Communicates with parents and counselors on a student`s progress.

• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.

• Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.

• Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by the district- and in self-selected professional growth activities related to gifted education..

• Ensures that all activities conform to district guidelines.

• Communicates effectively with all members of the school district and community.

• Works effectively with community organizations.

• Reacts to change productively and handles other tasks as assigned.

• Supports the value of education.

• Supports the mission and vision of USD #458.

• Keeps abreast of new information- best practices- innovative ideas- and techniques.

• Adheres to all district health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.

• Other duties as assigned by the Principal- or other Administrative Staff.

Physical Requirements: Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.

• Must have physical stamina to maintain job responsibilities.

• Requires occasional stooping- bending- kneeling- reaching- and turning.

To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill- and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Term of Employment: 10 months (187 Days); Academic school year as assigned.

Evaluation: Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.

• The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

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Tonganoxie USD 464 - www.tong464.org

OUR SCHOOLS

Tonganoxie USD 464 serves approximately 1,946 students in three schools.

• Tonganoxie Elementary School ~ Grades Prekindergarten-5
• Tonganoxie Middle School ~ Grades 6-8
• Tonganoxie High School ~ Grades 9-12
• District Administrative Center and Board of Education Office

District Highlights:

• Completion of $51.4MM bond project to build new high school classrooms and athletic facilities completed in January 2023

• Recently awarded Copper Stars by KSDE for High School Graduation and Postsecondary Success

• Special Education Cooperative, in conjunction with Basehor-Linwood USD 458

OUR TEACHERS

Tonganoxie USD 464 recognizes that our teachers are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive salaries, a myriad of professional development opportunities, and outstanding benefits. The district currently has 328 employees: 161 teachers, 16 administrators & supervisors, and 151 support staff.

Teachers who join our district will enjoy:

• Starting annual salary ranging from $44,400-$48,200

• Generous sick, personal, and professional leave days

• District-paid health insurance

• Collaborative work environment

• Culture of high expectations & results

• Various parent/volunteer support organizations

OUR COMMUNITY

USD 464 is located in Tonganoxie, Kansas, which has a population of 5,583 and enjoys low crime, low cost of living, and a plethora of parks and trails. Tonganoxie`s recreation commission offers sports leagues and activities for all ages, and the water park is a great spot to cool off on a summer day! Tonganoxie is conveniently located 15 minutes from Lawrence, 40 minutes from Topeka, and 3 miles north of Interstate 70, which makes for a quick 25 minute ride to downtown Kansas City. Tonganoxie residents enjoy major metropolitan amenities, arts, entertainment, sports, festivals, diversity, education, parks, and trails, as well as our award-winning schools, hometown atmosphere, & beautiful countryside!