Coordinator 2 - Gifted & Talented

JOB SUMMARY

The Coordinator 2 – Gifted & Talented manages the development, implementation, support, and maintenance of the district’s Gifted and Talented programs. The Coordinator 2 – Gifted & Talented manages the identification of gifted and talented students, manages resources and provides professional development for teachers, staff, and administrators. Collaborates with Gifted/Talented CTM and Director, principals, and other administrators regarding Gifted/Talented services, evaluation, and student placement. Monitors data collection of district-wide Gifted/Talented identified students. Reviews, updates, and revises program guidelines and training modules to align with local, state, and federal mandates for Gifted/Talented coordinators, teachers and administrators.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manages GT testing and identification. 
2. Supports the continuum of services for gifted and talented services.
3. Leads the ongoing process to collect, review, and submit required compliance documentation for GT compliance indicators.
4. Provides support for the development and implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment documents required for the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented students.
 

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

5. Coordinates district-wide specialized staff training for Gifted/Talented coordinators, support staff, administrators, and parents, focused on aspects of the Gifted/Talented programs.
6. Monitors data collection of district-wide Gifted/Talented identified students to monitor progress.
7. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
 

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree 

*Applicants who do not meet these education qualifications may be considered if they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicate potential for success in this role.
 

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least 3 years working in the district/central office of a large urban school district

*Applicants who do not meet these work experience qualifications may be considered if they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicate potential for success in this role.

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Microsoft Office; Teacher Certification preferred. 
 

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Work Leadership. Regularly provides project management or team leadership to a group of two or more employees but does not have formal supervisory responsibility. Leading and directing is restricted to monitoring work and providing guidance on escalated issues. Most of work time is spent performing many of the same duties they are leading.
 

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work is substantially complex, varied and regularly requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate methods as well as interpret precedent. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the department. Supervision received typically consists of providing direction on the more complex projects and new job duties and priorities.
 

BUDGET AUTHORITY

Compiles and organizes data and figures.
 

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.
 

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the organization causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies, or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed review and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays.
 

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems – works with others to resolve problems, clarify or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.
 

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Leads others in the resolution of highly sensitive and confidential issues on behalf of the department. Acts as a trusted advisor and becomes involved in the customer's decision-making process including presenting alternatives and information and applying persuasion and negotiation skills in the resolution of problems.

Monitors customer service standards.
 

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.

Ability to carry and/or lift less than 45 pounds.