About this role
Job title: Teacher in the Center for Gifted Youth (Grades K to 9)
About the Role The Center for Gifted Youth at LIU Post seeks a dedicated teacher to provide learning experiences for students in grades K–9 who demonstrate superior intellectual ability. The role aims to deepen and extend intellectual interests while developing independent-learning skills, across fall, spring, and summer programs. The ideal candidate can teach more than one class in at least two subject areas, enabling interdisciplinary, inquiry-based instruction that challenges Gifted students.
What You'll Do
- Deliver instruction for the Fall and Spring program (K-9) meeting ten Saturdays from 9:00-12:00 p.m.
- Conduct the Summer session (Grades 2-9) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. during July.
- Be experienced in at least two of the following areas: STEM, Humanities, the Arts, Law, Social Sciences, Creative Writing, Biology, Earth Science, Physics, Robotics, Coding, so that you can teach more than one class.
- Facilitate curriculum that is project- and inquiry-based, emphasizing critical thinking with interdisciplinary connections.
- Utilize technology expertise, including smart board technology and multi-media presentations, to enhance instruction.
- Meet with the Director concerning materials and equipment needed for the class.
What We're Looking For
- Master’s degree preferred
- New York State Permanent Certification (K-12) in Teacher Education; dual certification a plus
- Experience teaching academically talented students
- Excellent reading, writing, and communication skills
- Knowledge of facilitating curriculum that is project- and inquiry-based, with interdisciplinary connections
- Technology expertise: smart board technology and multimedia presentations
- Constructivist teaching style
- Evidence of originality, initiative, commitment to excellence, and enthusiasm for teaching
- Flexibility in teaching style and knowledge of cooperative learning
- Working conditions: Classroom environment