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General Information

ID
1574
Main Organization
Public Schools
Location
Teaching and Learning Elementary - Henrico County Public Schools 1001 N Laburnum Avenue, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 86,261
Posting Date
07-22-2026
Closing Date
08-21-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

To provide effective leadership for staff to deliver appropriate differentiated services to gifted students K-12.  Coordinates the development of a challenging curriculum and an effective delivery system, including strategies and techniques that allow for individual differences in learning styles.  Provides support to principals that enhances the gifted education program in their school. 


 Works to implement the Henrico Plan for the Education of Gifted Students.  Provides workshops for parents and coordinates staff development opportunities for teachers.   Works with principals to develop school plans that include appropriate services for gifted students.  Develops curriculum materials and activities that provide a differentiated program.  Works with the Gifted Education Advisory Board.  

Essential Duties
  • Facilitates the development and implements Henrico County’s Local Plan for the Education of the Gifted. 
  • Oversees county-wide gifted identification/placement process. 
  • Coordinates the Gifted Young Scholar Academy at Douglas L. Wilder Middle School 
  • Collaborates with principals on staff selection and training for teachers in the gifted complement. 
  • Oversees Talent Development Programs, enrichment programs, zone center programs, and middle school resource programs.
  • Conducts formal and informal observations of zone center and GYSA classroom teachers. 
  • Collaborates with the departments of Teaching and Learning and Exceptional Education to develop curriculum and differentiated instruction K-12. 
  • Provides support and direction for gifted education development and services in each school. 
  • Develops parent and community support and resources for gifted education programs. 
  • Provides a comprehensive academic experience for highly capable and motivated students interested in participating in challenging opportunities in the 21st Century. 
  • Coordinates the high school application processes for Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government & International Studies, and the Summer Residential Governors Schools Academic, Mentorship, and Visual & Performing Arts Programs. 
  • Collaborates with the Director of Career and Technical Education on the application process for the Regional Governor’s School for Career and Technical Advancement. 
  • Submits required reports on the Gifted and Talented Program. 
  • Analyzes district data, school data, and individual student data to ensure program coherence and direction.
  • Serves as a resource to principals and teachers regarding best practice in Gifted instruction. 
  • Prepares and monitors the program’s budget. 
  • Supervises the ordering, inventory and distribution of materials and equipment for the Gifted program. 
  • Serves on committees as assigned.
  • Fosters student ability to combine knowledge, experience, and critical observations. 
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.


Additional Information

Annual salary will be prorated based upon actual work begin date.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

  • Master's degree and postgraduate professional certificate with endorsement in administration and supervision; An add-on endorsement in gifted education is preferred
  • Five years experience in teaching and/or supervision at the elementary level;
  • Ability to communicate, monitor staff, and develop teacher and program effectiveness.


Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
  • Tuberculosis Screening/Test

EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request