Gifted and Talented Teacher - Marshall #35028

Gifted and Talented Teacher - Marshall #35028

JobID:

35028

Position Type:

Elementary School/Gifted and Talented

Date Posted:

4/10/2026

Location:

Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School

Date Available:

2026-2027 School Year

Closing Date:

04/19/2026

District:

Christina School District

POSITION

Gifted and Talented Teacher

LOCATION

Marshall Elementary School

START DATE

2026-2027 School Year The appointee will be responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of enrichment services to provide students with advanced learning and enrichment activities, experiences and opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must hold State of Delaware Certification in Teacher of Students who are Gifted and Talented Experience in a school setting as a gifted/enrichment teacher Broad cultural interests and enthusiasm Demonstrated abilities in planning and leading staff development activities Skill in stimulating independent study and creativity Demonstrated competency in classroom teaching Knowledge of technology desirable Strong communication and organizational skills Willingness to attend summer training Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday. Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance). Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students

Salary:

Teacher salary schedule based on experience and degree. Salary Schedule can be found on the districts website: https://www.christinak12.org/fs/resource-manager/view/974d5237-9a28-41cf-ae7e-d839c716a97d

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, three current (dated within one year) letters of recommendation (one letter must be from current supervisor), and license/certification. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.

Responsibilities:

Support students under the Talent Development Program with cross-curricular activities aligned to the Delaware Recommended Curriculum. Coordinate the referral process for the enrichment program. Assist with the planning for and meeting with students identified as having behaviors that reflect above average ability, high levels of task commitment, and high levels of creative thinking. Identify areas of student strengths and weaknesses and plan broad-based learning experiences and activities. Set up problems, experiments, projects and activities related to student needs, interests and capabilities. Communicate regularly with students, parents, and administrators regarding growth of students in program. Serve as resource for new teachers. Develop appropriate learning experiences with a variety of curricular options, strategies, materials and topics of student choice for enrichment students. Collaborate with Instructional Coaches to help general education teachers differentiate curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of students within the regular classroom setting. Consult with and assist general education teachers to enable them to provide resources and enrichment opportunities to all students. Research and review best practices, current literature, teaching practices, pedagogy, methodology, content knowledge, etc. Collaborate and communicate best practices with staff. Serve as a model of professionalism to building staff. Facilitate the preparation and implementation of independent study projects in the area of interest and/or competence. Provide training and in-class support to teachers in various areas of enrichment and differentiation. Lead and facilitate the Differentiated Instruction Team comprised of teachers, parents and community resources/agencies/personnel to assist in coordinating enrichment activities. Work with teachers to differentiate instruction. Disseminate resource material to teachers, students, parents and staff. Serve on District curriculum committees as needed. Communicate with students, parents, principals, teachers, district and community about the Talent Development Program Identify and plan for the affective, social, psychomotor and academic needs of the able learner. Other duties as may be assigned. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position

CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources Office 1899 S College Avenue Newark, DE 19702

PH:

302/552-2600 Visit our website: www.christinak12.org Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702;

Telephone:

(302) 552-2600.