High School Gifted and Talented Teacher

High School Gifted and Talented Teacher Norwalk Community School District, Norwalk High School - Norwalk, Iowa. Job Details Job ID: 5636471 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: May 19, 2026 2:06 AM (UTC) Job Description

NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: Secondary Talented & Gifted Teacher Reports to: Secondary Building Principals Position Purpose: Under the general supervision of the building principal(s), to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by organizing, implementing, and supporting modified instructional strategies; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual talented and gifted students by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals. Essential Performance Responsibilities Monitors individual student accomplishments. Provides direct instruction, including extensive instruction in higher order thinking skills, to identified students at all grades 6-12 as needed. (This position will most likely focus in grades 6-9) Coordinates student identification process in assigned buildings as well as guides individual student program activities. Compiles and maintains accurate student records, including personalized education plans for all identified students. Provides staff development for regular classroom teachers and conducts building and district staff development as needed. Facilitates implementation of the Talented & Gifted Program as directed. Provides general education teachers with differentiated strategies to support instruction of talented & gifted students in the general education setting. Encourages parental involvement and communicates regularly with parents. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal and other central office administrators as designated by the superintendent. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student needs. Knowledge of district and state curriculum. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. Ability to organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Qualifications Profile Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Valid Iowa Teaching License with current PK-12 Talented & Gifted endorsement. Physical Requirements Physical requirements vary by individual job assignment but requires a minimum of the following physical requirements: Walking, standing, bending, carrying, climbing, lifting minimum of 20 pounds, driving, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, and stooping. Working Conditions Varied. Terms of Employment 190 day contract in accordance with the Master Contract. Evaluation In accordance with state code, Iowa Teaching Standards and local performance criteria. FLSA Status Exempt. Position Type: Full-time Special Education > Gifted & Talented Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers. Contact Information Tiffany Yacovazzi , HR Generalist 380 Wright Road Norwalk, Iowa 50211 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education