Gifted Intervention Specialist

Job Title: Gifted Intervention Specialist Reports To: Director of Curriculum and Instruction Contract Length: 184 Days Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt Department: Leadership & Learning Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Reynoldsburg, our educators embody the principles outlined in Our Portrait of an Educator, inspiring students to innovate, collaborate, and excel. For more information, visit Primary Job Function The Reynoldsburg City Schools' Gifted Intervention Specialist is responsible for identifying, supporting, and delivering services to gifted students in accordance with Ohio law and district policy. This includes direct instruction, consultation, collaboration, and instructional leadership to ensure academic, cognitive, and social-emotional needs of gifted students are met through differentiation, enrichment, and acceleration within inclusive educational environments. Minimum Qualifications Valid Ohio Gifted Intervention Specialist License or Endorsement Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Knowledge of Ohio gifted education laws, rules, and procedures Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, educators, and administrators Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Gifted Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field Experience serving gifted students in K-12 public schools Experience with curriculum differentiation, enrichment models, and acceleration strategies Training or experience with MTSS, data-driven instruction, and inclusive practices Essential Duties and Responsibilities Primary functions may include the following duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification. Identification and Assessment Collaborate with administrators, school psychologists, teachers, and families to screen, evaluate, assess, and identify students for giftedness using state-approved tools Maintain accurate records related to identification, assessment, and eligibility in compliance with Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) and district guidelines Communicate assessment results and recommendations to all stakeholders Instructional Planning and Delivery (OTES-Aligned) Plan and deliver instruction aligned to Ohio Learning Standards and best practices in gifted education Use formative and summative assessments to guide differentiation, enrichment, and acceleration Collaborate with general education teachers to support embedded enrichment in classrooms Establish a safe, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating learning environment Collaboration and Consultation Provide modeling, coaching, and consultation to classroom teachers to support differentiated instruction Maintain ongoing communication with families, educators, and support staff regarding student progress Attend MTSS meetings, gifted meetings, and other school/district committees as required Individualized Programming Consult on development and implementation of Written Education Plans (WEPs) and/or Written Acceleration Plans (WAPs) for gifted students Monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed Data Analysis and Progress Monitoring Collect, analyze, and interpret academic and social-emotional data Make data-driven decisions to improve outcomes for gifted students Report student progress to families and administrators State and District Compliance Implement gifted education policies and procedures per Ohio law and RCS guidelines Attend required district professional development and meetings Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Ohio gifted education laws, rules, and compliance requirements Differentiated instruction, enrichment models, and acceleration strategies Curriculum design and instructional best practices for gifted learners Skilled In: Data analysis and instructional planning Collaboration and consultation with educators and families Written and verbal communication Ability To: Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues Support diverse learners in inclusive environments Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics Manage multiple responsibilities effectively Physical Demands & Working Conditions Physical Demands: The employee is required to sit or stand and move around for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to push, pull, lift and carry over 25 pounds on occasion. Working Conditions: The employee may experience occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue and may be required to interact with students exhibiting challenging behaviors. Driving Requirement: This position may require driving between district buildings or to off-site meetings. This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the employee's supervisor and or appointing authority. #J-18808-Ljbffr TrulyHired