Music City Center
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
The Gifted & Talented Teacher identifies and nurtures academic potential in PreK-8 students by providing advanced, differentiated, and content-based direct instruction. This role also involves coordinating screening and selection processes and collaborating with staff and families to promote advanced academic awareness.
Candidates must possess a Tennessee teaching certification for elementary and/or middle school and have 1-3 years of highly successful teaching experience or proven expertise with advanced learners. A Master's degree is preferred, along with knowledge of gifted education best practices, including non-traditional characteristics and equity.
Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.
We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.
In order to Exceed Great Expectations, the academic potential for all learners must be identified, nurtured and maximized, a Gifted & Talented Teacher will be in every elementary and middle school. The Gifted & Talented Teacher acts as a liaison between the Office of Gifted and Talented and MNPS schools in the implementation of academically differentiated instructional programs. The Gifted & Talented Teacher coordinates screening and selection processes; provides content-based direct instruction that is advanced, differentiated, and appropriate for learners of varying levels and abilities in grades K-8.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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. Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation of the job.
Education Education Level Education Details Required/ Preferred Master's Degree Preferred
Licenses and Certifications Licenses/Certifications Licenses/Certification Details Time Frame Required/ Preferred Tennessee teaching certification for elementary and/ or middle school Required Meets Gifted Education requirements per the State of Tennessee by having either the Gifted Employment Standard or the Gifted Endorsement Preferred
Work Experience Experience Experience Details Required/ Preferred 1-3 years Highly successful teaching experience or proven expertise working with advanced learners Required
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.
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.
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
At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals.
Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation.
Our Vision Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.
Our Mission We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.
Our Core Values Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Our core values are woven throughout our goals, high-level strategies, and performance measures.
Market context
In Tennessee, classroom teacher roles are often shaped by steady school staffing needs and the need to support student learning across grade levels. These positions can be competitive because districts look for candidates who meet state-aligned education or testing requirements and can bring classroom experience, basic technology skills, and student support experience. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm which qualification path you meet before applying.
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