PreK-8 Gifted and Talent Teacher Pool (2026-27 SY)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KSAs Proficiency Demonstrates superior knowledge of pedagogy as it relates to gifted identification, programs and services, talent development, and growth mindset. Knowledge of recent research and best practices in Gifted education including the non-traditional characteristics and masks of gifted and highly able students as well as equity and access. Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adapting gifted and advanced academic services to meet the instructional needs and context of individual school communities. Builds strong, collaborative relationships with teachers, administrators, and school staff as an integrated member of the school community. Has a variety of content area expertise, with a strong preference for science content knowledge. Proactively engages and collaborates with families as educational partners to support student identification, learning, and growth. Demonstrated competency in adult learning theory and engaging in professional learning, feedback, and instructional coaching to continuously improve practice. Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates proficiency with instructional technology and digital tools to support advanced teaching and learning.

• Required for All Jobs
• Punctuality and consistent presence are essential to maintaining a productive and collaborative work environment. Regular in-person attendance is a fundamental expectation of this position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Complies with all laws, regulations, policies and standards.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Notes

N/A - Not Applicable. Rarely - The physical demand or working condition is required on an occasional basis and the intensity is light. Occasionally - The physical demand or working condition is required sometimes, and the intensity is moderate. Frequently - The physical demand or working condition is required often, and the intensity is moderate to heavy. Constantly - The physical demand or working condition is required continuously, and the intensity is heavy. Weight - The weight refers to the amount of force required to lift, carry, push, pull, or hold objects.

Working Environment Working Condition N/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Extreme cold Extreme heat Humid Wet Noise Hazards Temperature Change Atmospheric Conditions Vibration

Job Title

• PreK-8
• Gifted and
• Talent
• Teacher
• Job
• Code: 6501003
• Job
• Family: 65 –
• Teachers
• Sub-Family:
• Exceptional
• Education
• Job
• Family
• SOC
• Code: 25-0000
• Sub-Family
• SOC
• Code: 25-2050
• FLSA
• Classification:
• Exempt
• Grade
• Ladder:
• MNPS
• Certificated
• Teacher
• Pay
• Grade: MNPS.201_
• Duration (Days): 201
• Locations
• Type:
• School-Based
• Approved
• Date: 2/5/2026 4:21:09
• PM
• Date
• Last
• Edited: 2/13/2026 9:07:00
• AM
• Is
• Approved: ☒

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