26/27- GT Teacher

26/27- GT Teacher JobID: 1761 Position Type: Elementary School TeachingDate Posted: 9/1/2026Location: Teaching & Learning Department Additional Information: Show/HideJob Title: 26/27- GT TeacherExemption Status/Test: Exempt/ProfessionalReports to: Coordinator Date Revised: 8/31/2026Dept./School: Teaching and Learning Primary Purpose:Provide GT students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Qualifications: Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree from an accredited universityValid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements Demonstrated competency in the core academics30 GT hrs Foundational Certification or complete the hours durinf the first semester of hire. Special Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of the core academic subject assignedKnowledge of curriculum and instructionAbility to instruct students and manage their behaviorStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience:Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience Major Duties and Responsibilities: Teacher ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain a pull out schedule to meet with students that meets each campuses needsAssist with meeting with principals and administrators regularly to approve the schedule and provide program updatesMaintain a safe and welcoming classroom environment on each campusCollect permission slips and arrange for lunches for field tripsAttend annual Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented conferenceAssist with the planning of project based learning activities that are appropriate for the grade level that reflect learning standards being taught in the classroomConduct pull out or push-in services for GT students to complete projects that demonstrate advanced level products and/or performancesDifferentiate for students on a regular basis through incorporating Depth and ComplexityEstablish a way for students to present their products for each projectComplete a GT Progress Report to be sent home with each student each semesterComplete a GT Education Plan for each student to be updated at least once per school year.Establish a means of communicating with parents about how students will receive services and to address any individual concerns including parent meetings, letters, and email Disseminate copies of local GT policies and the Texas State Plan if requestedMaintain Annual GT 6 hour updateMaintain documentation of services provided to students and attendance at each pull out session District Level ResponsibilitiesAttend informational meeting for parents about how students will receive servicesAssist with hosting a GT Showcase to display students' advanced level products and/or performances for parents each semesterAssist with maintaining GT documentation for students that have qualified for services within the districtAssist with hosting a district-wide parent information meeting on identification procedures and program servicesAssist with the identification and assessment of students referred to the GT candidate poolAssist with facilitating teachers providing GT services in the classroom or during WIN at for all grades when necessaryAssist with the organization of planned experiences for the universal screeningShop for specific project needsHelp facilitate a field trip each semester or once per year for all grades, including arranging transportation and paymentProvide extra curricular enrichment activities for GT students to attend or participate in during the school year, afterschool, and during the summer(Baylor TIP, Robotics, Leadership Camps, STEAM Camps, Rising Scholar Program activities) Robotics ResponsibilitiesAssist with the facilitation of application of students for the team once per semester or annually Assist with Coordination of robotics program on campuses and coach a robotics team if necessaryAssist with the facilitation of field trips and with travel to Robotics competitions Communicate with parents and coaches via letters, emails, and meetingsAssist in hosting parent meetings to disseminate information and recruit volunteersInform campus and district level administrators on updates about the robotics program when necessary Rising Scholar Program ResponsibilitiesAssist with facilitation of events and services that prepare students for college entrance, scholarship, and exam preparationLead content specific sessions when applicable Assist with and attend field trips to tour college campusesAssist with district events and testing sessions that include Rising Scholars when necessaryAttend parent informational program meetings Professional Growth and DevelopmentParticipate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.OtherFollow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities:None. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipmentPosture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion: Frequent walkingLifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 25 pounds)Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noiseMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours Other Information: The District contributes $330 monthly toward the cost of the employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state-required amount of $225/month. All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care. Position Type: Full-TimeSalary: Teachers with "0" years' experience begin at $64,500