Position:
2026-2027 1.0 FTE Gifted Specialist - (0.5FTE Hopi ES and 0.5FTE Cherokee ES)
Type:
Public
Location:
Suburban
Job ID:
135635
County:
East Maricopa
Posted:
September 03, 2026
Contact Information:
Scottsdale Unified School District
7575 East Main St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
District Website
Contact:
Rebecca Johnson
Phone: (480) 484-6200
Fax:
District Email
Job Description:
2026-2027 1.0 FTE Gifted Specialist - (0.5FTE Hopi ES and 0.5FTE Cherokee ES)
PAY GRADE: Certified Salary Schedule
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
The job of Teacher (K-12) is done for the purpose/s of planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
- Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
- Develop schemes of work and lesson plans
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
- Prepare classroom for class activities
- Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
- Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
- Use relevant technology to support instruction
- Observe and evaluate students' performance and development
- Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
- Provide appropriate feedback on work
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
- Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
- Prepare required reports on students and activities
- Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
- Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
- Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
- Perform certain pastoral duties but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
- Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
- Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
- Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
- Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state
- Single subject teaching credential or certification if teaching a specialized subject
- State certification
- Relevant teaching experience
- Knowledge of relevant technology
- SEI Endorsement required
KEY COMPETENCIES (position requirements at entry):
- Self-motivation
- High energy level
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- High work standards
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Organizing and planning
- Learning orientation
- Critical thinking
- Stress tolerance
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Initiative
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.
NOTE:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
https://scottsdale.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Other:
Job Contact Information
Name Jessica Lindberg
Title Administrative Support Coordinator
Phone 480 484-6100
Email JLindberg@susd.org