Elementary AIG Horizons Teacher (Charles H. Parker Academic Ctr.)

General Definition of Work

The AIG Teacher, under general supervision, performs professional work related to leading Academically Intellectually Gifted (AIG) & Talent Development (TD) programming at one or more elementary schools. This role works closely with both instructional staff and students to ensure the academic, social, and emotional needs of AIG and advanced learners are consistently met. This position collaborates with building leaders, all school personnel, and Advanced Studies in support of AIG and advanced learners to develop academic talent and maximize growth.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

Salary/Status

Certified Teacher Schedule/ Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

Principal(s) of Assigned School(s)

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Leads implementation of strong advanced elementary programming within school
• Builds capacity with classroom teachers through professional development, collaboration, and ongoing support
• Embraces and implements inclusive practices with AIG and advanced learners through co-teaching with classroom teachers and working with students
• Engages in collaborative planning with classroom teachers and grade levels
• Utilizes research-based gifted curricular resources and strategies to appropriately challenge and engage AIG and advanced learners
• Nurtures academic talent and potential in young learners
• Manages all state and district required compliance procedures for AIG students, including Differentiated Education Plans and testing for gifted identification
• Maintains accurate and current documentation for gifted identification and screening
• Provides ongoing job-embedded professional development for staff through co-teaching, modeling, and participation in collaborative planning sessions
• Designs and delivers professional development sessions around best practices in gifted education, gifted curricular resources and strategies for staff
• Clearly communicates with all stakeholders, including families, building leaders, and teachers
• Meet and exceed expectations of Board of Education and state-approved CMS AIG Plan
• Disseminates information around gifted education and opportunities to all stakeholders
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of best practices in gifted education, including identification and instruction
• Understanding of North Carolina AIG Program Standards
• Expertise in the growth and development of AIG learners
• Knowledge of social-emotional needs of AIG learners and strategies to support needs
• Ability to analyze data and develop appropriately challenging learning experiences for AIG and advanced learners
• Strong collaboration and coaching skills
• Possesses strong leadership qualities
• Skilled in differentiating instruction for AIG and advanced learners
• Knowledge and experience utilizing gifted curricular resources and strategies
• Strong content knowledge of North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCoS)
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, orally and in writing, including electronic media
• Operating knowledge of computer programs, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Excellent time management skills and ability to organize, prioritize, manage and carry out duties efficiently and within established timeframes
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in education
• Clear North Carolina Educator License
• Three or more years of elementary (K-5) teaching experience

Preferred:

• Experience teaching gifted and advanced learners
• Masters degree in Academically Intellectually Gifted or related area
• Participation in organizations for gifted educators, such as National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) and North Carolina Association for Gifted and Talented (NCAGT)

Special Requirements

• Possession of or ability to obtain North Carolina Academically Intellectually Gifted (AIG) Add-On Licensure (88087)
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings