Posted: 28-May-25
Location: Naples, Florida
Type: Full Time
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Position: Gifted Learning Specialist
Location: Seacrest Country Day School, 7100 Davis Blvd., Naples, FL 34104
About Us: Seacrest Country Day School is a vibrant, independent, PK-12, college preparatory day school enrolling over 400 students on a 40-acre campus in Naples, Florida. Founded in 1983, Seacrest is committed to fostering a safe, student-centered learning community where our students grow and develop academically, personally, and socially. Our comprehensive educational program fosters critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and a lifetime love of learning.
Our Mission: Seacrest Country Day School fuels intellectual engagement, teaches ownership of the educational environment, cultivates quality of character, and inspires students to lead lives of significance.
Position Overview: Seacrest is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Gifted and Talented Teacher who has advanced knowledge of working with highly capable students in grades K-8. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment to educating the whole child through learner-centered pedagogy, an inquiry-based curriculum, and alternative assessments, while nurturing students' intellectual, personal, and social development.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a rigorous, enriched, and differentiated curriculum tailored to the needs of gifted students in grades K-8. Provide direct instruction to identified gifted students through pull-out, push-in, and specialized classes, focusing on advanced content, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Design and update instructional materials and lesson plans that incorporate project-based, interdisciplinary, and inquiry-based learning approaches. Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify and differentiate curriculum and instruction for gifted learners within the general classroom setting.
Programming and Enrichment:
Develop and coordinate enrichment opportunities, such as advanced coursework, research projects, extracurricular activities, and competitions. Create and evaluate programming to meet the diverse needs of gifted and twice-exceptional students. Foster an environment that encourages intellectual risk-taking, creativity, and social-emotional development.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with general education teachers, school counselors, administrators, and other specialists to support gifted students. Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, program options, and strategies for supporting gifted learners at home. Serve as a liaison between the school, the district's gifted program, and external agencies or organizations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Education or related field required; Master's degree and/or Gifted Education endorsement. Valid teaching license with appropriate endorsements for gifted education. Minimum of 5 years' teaching experience with gifted or exceptional students. Demonstrated knowledge of gifted education pedagogy, curriculum design, assessment, and differentiation. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Desired Skills and Attributes:
Expertise in designing and implementing differentiated and interdisciplinary instruction. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and build positive relationships with students, staff, and families. Commitment to equity and inclusion in gifted education, including advocacy for underrepresented populations. Flexibility, creativity, and passion for supporting the unique needs of gifted learners. Understanding of the social-emotional needs of gifted students and the ability to implement appropriate support strategies