Gifted & Talented Teacher

Gifted & Talented Teacher West Des Moines Community Schools

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- Clive, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs, and West Des Moines Community Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5692809

Application Deadline:

May 13, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Aug 11, 2026 Job Description

Address:

8355 Franklin Avenue, Clive, IA State of Iowa teaching license with PK-12 Talented and Gifted endorsement required.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of and enthusiasm to work with students at the designated level. Ability to create and maintain healthy relationships with students, staff, parents and community. Ability to provide instruction to effectively meet the needs of all students. Ability to effectively implement multiple teaching methods (co-teaching, small group, differentiation, etc). Knowledge and ability to implement the Iowa Teaching Standards. Knowledge of special education, section 504 and MTSS process. Ability to communicate effectively with others. Ability to effectively use technology for instruction, communication and data management. Ability to effectively engage in professional growth individually and with collaborative teams. Ability to implement federal, state and district goals with students. Knowledge of Federal, State and Department of Iowa regulations. Knowledge of Federal rights, Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

Demonstrates effective implementation of the Iowa Teaching Standards. Meets district standards as set forth in the Certified Staff Professional Growth Model Guidelines. Perform all trainings as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Application Procedure:

Please submit the following information with your application: Cover letter Resume Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if selected for a position.) Iowa Teaching License (When available)

Selection Procedure:

Applicants with completed applications will be screened for the interview process. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive a call or email from the person involved with the hiring process. You will receive an email notification if you are not selected for an interview. Applicants will receive a confirmation email stating their application is complete. AA/EEO Employer

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$52,027 Per Year Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers. Job Requirements