PreK-8 Gifted and Talent Teacher Pool (2026-27 SY)

PreK-8 Gifted and Talent Teacher Our Vision Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known. Our Mission We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.

Job Summary

In order to Exceed Great Expectations, the academic potential for all learners must be identified, nurtured and maximized, a Gifted & Talented Teacher will be in every elementary and middle school. The Gifted & Talented Teacher acts as a liaison between the Office of Gifted and Talented and MNPS schools in the implementation of academically differentiated instructional programs.

The Gifted & Talented Teacher coordinates screening and selection processes; provides content-based direct instruction that is advanced, differentiated, and appropriate for learners of varying levels and abilities in grades K-8.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation of the job.

Education

Education Level Education Details Required/ Preferred Master's Degree Preferred Licenses and Certifications Licenses/Certifications Licenses/Certification Details Time Frame Required/ Preferred Tennessee teaching certification for elementary and/ or middle school Required Meets Gifted Education requirements per the State of Tennessee by having either the Gifted Employment Standard or the Gifted Endorsement Preferred Work Experience Experience Experience Details Required/ Preferred 1-3 years Highly successful teaching experience or proven expertise working with advanced learners Required Essential Functions Essential Function Recognizes and develops advanced academic potential in students, including non-traditional characteristics and students not formally identified for GATE, by building knowledge, skills, and learner attributes that enable students to exceed expectations.

Accelerates instruction in an evidence-supported way that meets the needs of gifted learners while ensuring a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and media are used. Provides content-based instruction that is advanced, differentiated, and appropriate for learners of varying levels and abilities. Promotes a growth mindset philosophy and works with teachers, principals, and families to find and nurture advanced academic potential in students from historically underrepresented populations.

Participates in ongoing professional development and instructional coaching cycles to strengthen practice and model a mindset. Coordinates and conducts screenings and assessments to determine a student’s eligibility for advanced academic services. Coordinates screening processes for re-screens and students new to the system.

Uses pre- and post- assessment data and observations to guide ongoing instruction, differentiation, grouping, and measuring student growth. Analyzes student needs, including quantitative and qualitative data analysis for instructional decision making. Works with the community, parents and outside agencies to facilitate Advanced Academic Education awareness; reacts to change productively; and handles other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KSAs Proficiency Demonstrates superior knowledge of pedagogy as it relates to gifted identification, programs and services, talent development, and growth mindset. Knowledge of recent research and best practices in Gifted education including the non-traditional characteristics and masks of gifted and highly able students as well as equity and access.

Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adapting gifted and advanced academic services to meet the instructional needs and context of individual school communities. Builds strong, collaborative relationships with teachers, administrators, and school staff as an integrated member of the school community. Has a variety of content area expertise, with a strong preference for science content knowledge.

Proactively engages and collaborates with families as educational partners to support student identification, learning, and growth. Demonstrated competency in adult learning theory and engaging in professional learning, feedback, and instructional coaching to continuously improve practice. Effective oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrates proficiency with instructional technology and digital tools to support advanced teaching and learning. Required for All Jobs

• Punctuality and consistent presence are essential to maintaining a productive and collaborative work environment. Regular in-person attendance is a fundamental expectation of this position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Complies with all laws, regulations, policies and standards. Physical Demands/Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Notes: N/A
• Not Applicable. Rarely
• The physical demand or working condition is required on an occasional basis and the intensity is light. Occasionally
• The physical demand or working condition is required sometimes, and the intensity is moderate. Frequently
• The physical demand or working condition is required often, and the intensity is moderate to heavy. Constantly
• The physical demand or working condition is required continuously, and the intensity is heavy. Weight
• The weight refers to the amount of force required to lift, carry, push, pull, or hold objects. Working Environment Working Condition N/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Extreme cold Extreme heat Humid Wet Noise Hazards Temperature Change Atmospheric Conditions Vibration Job Title: PreK-8 Gifted and Talent Teacher Job Code: 6501003 Job Family: 65 – Teachers Sub-Family: Exceptional Education Job Family SOC Code: 25-0000 Sub-Family SOC Code: 25-2050 FLSA Classification: Exempt Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Teacher Pay Grade: MNPS.201_ Duration (Days): 201 Locations Type: School-Based Approved Date: 2/5/2026 4:21:09 PM Date Last Edited: 2/13/2026 9:07:00 AM Is Approved: ☒