Gifted and Talented Resource Teacher

Position Type: District Wide Position/ Gifted/Talented Resource Date Posted: 4/2/2026 Location: District Wide

COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION VACANCY

SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027

GIFTED/TALENTED RESOURCE TEACHER

DISTRICTWIDE POSITION

DATE POSTED: 04/02/2026

QUALIFICATIONS

Hold Bachelor's degree and Kentucky elementary teacher certification with gifted/talented endorsement. Five years professional teaching experience Knowledge of gifted and talented state requirements Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal relations skills

RESPONSIBLE TO

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

SUPERVISES

Not applicable

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in identification of gifted/talented students via best practice assessment methods Ensure that G/T Service Plans are updated, implemented, monitored, and shared with teachers, students, and parents Provide direct service to identified gifted/talented students during and after the school day Consult with elementary and middle school teachers regarding best practice instructional strategies for gifted/talented students Identify existing resources and create additional opportunities in district and with community partners to address students' needs in the areas of leadership and creativity Assist schools in organizing academic teams at each elementary school and oversee academic team competitions across the district Create and maintain a website providing information regarding gifted and talented services and processes Create curriculum-based resources for classroom teachers in order to allow them to provide necessary enrichment for students as appropriate Attend school and district collaborative planning sessions to address gifted/talented students' academic needs Organize and host regular parent events to inform families about resources and opportunities for their children Conduct continuous literature review and provide information to Covington Independent staff as appropriate. Maintain regular and ongoing communication with appropriate parties. Remain current concerning instructional and technological advances. Attend and participate in professional workshops and conferences. Provide in-service training to other professionals and paraprofessionals. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as needed. Chair school committees for selection and placement of gifted and talented students Complete gifted and talented annual program review Facilitate a grievance process as needed Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools.

JOB GOAL

To support the continual growth of students identified as gifted/ talented by providing direct enrichment services, identifying additional services, collaborating with classroom teachers, and communicating with parents.

SALARY

*Based on rank and experience

CONTRACT

199 Days

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

In-district applicants complete the Internal Employee (Transfer) application and apply to the posting. Out-of-district applicants complete the External Certified application and apply to the posting. Please direct questions about the online application process to Dawn Vancini at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. For information regarding the position contact Sherry Lindberg at View email address on click.appcast.io This position will be filled as soon as possible following the application deadline. All applications will be evaluated and screened. An Equal Opportunity Employer 19-2526-000 (1186) Postings current as of 4/5/2026 1:21:07 AM CST. Powered by applicant tracking, a product of Frontline Education. #J-18808-Ljbffr Covington Independent Public Schools