Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium is hiring: Gifted and Talente

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Gifted Education Teacher

Date Posted:
5/28/2025

Location:
General George S. Patton School
(High-Needs School)

Closing Date:
Until filled

District:
General George S. Patton School District #133
Qualifications:

• Required: Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an endorsement in Gifted Education.
• Preferred: Master's degree in Gifted Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Experience working with gifted learners in an elementary or middle school setting.
• Strong knowledge of differentiated instruction, enrichment strategies, and social-emotional needs of gifted students.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for fostering an engaging, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating learning environment.

Basic Function: General George S. Patton School is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Gifted and Talented Teacher to support and challenge high-achieving students. The ideal candidate will develop and implement engaging, differentiated instruction that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and academic excellence. This teacher will collaborate with classroom educators to provide enrichment opportunities and ensure students reach their full potential.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum for gifted and talented students in grades K-8.
• Utilize differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, emphasizing problem-solving, inquiry-based learning, and creativity.
• Assess students' abilities, strengths, and needs using formal and informal assessments to tailor instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, and parents to support students' academic and social-emotional development.
• Provide enrichment opportunities, including project-based learning, STEM activities, and cross-curricular experiences.
• Integrate technology and hands-on learning experiences to enhance student engagement.
• Support students in developing leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate effectively with families.
• Stay current with best practices in gifted education and participate in professional development.