Gifted and Talented Teacher

Ampersand Therapy

$93K — $114K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Teaching License
  • Gifted & Talented Endorsement required
  • Bachelor's degree required (Master's degree preferred)
  • Strong collaboration skills
  • Effective communication and instructional planning abilities
  • School-based teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Screen and evaluate students for Gifted & Talented identification
  • Develop, implement, and annually update Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs)
  • Design and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction
  • Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies for individual needs
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to enrich and extend curriculum
  • Assess student progress and utilize data to guide instruction
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment

Benefits

  • Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Gifted and Talented Teacher

Pay Range:

$45-55/hour

Job Description:



K-4 Caseload | Gifted & Talented Teacher

Position Details:
  • Full-Time, 1.0 FTE
  • In Person
  • Gifted Education
  • Starting August 2026, for the entire school year
About the Role

Hello, Gifted & Talented Teachers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Gifted & Talented Teacher to support students in Aurora, CO. In this role, you'll provide engaging, rigorous instruction that challenges advanced learners while supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth. You'll collaborate with teachers, families, and school staff to identify gifted students, develop individualized learning plans, and create meaningful opportunities for students to reach their full potential.

This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about enriching instruction, differentiating learning experiences, and helping gifted students thrive in a rigorous academic environment.

What You'll Do
  • Screen and evaluate students for Gifted & Talented identification
  • Develop, implement, and annually update Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs) for identified gifted students
  • Design and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that challenges gifted learners
  • Adapt curriculum, instructional strategies, and learning materials to meet individual student needs
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to enrich and extend curriculum across content areas
  • Co-plan and support differentiated instruction with Math, ELA, Science, and Social Studies teachers
  • Assess student progress and use data to guide instruction and support growth
  • Partner with students, families, and school staff to promote student success
  • Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports both academic achievement and social-emotional development
What We're Looking For
  • Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Teaching License
  • Gifted & Talented Endorsement required
  • Bachelor's degree required (Master's degree preferred)
  • Strong collaboration, communication, and instructional planning skills
  • School-based teaching experience preferred, but not required

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions!

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