Manager of Advanced Learning and Gifted Services in Tulsa, Oklahoma at Tulsa Schools

Manager of Advanced Learning and Gifted Services

Full Job Description:Manager of Advanced Learning and Gifted Services

Compensation: Educational Grade 05 | EG-05

Tulsa Public Schools existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

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Position Summary: The Manager of Advanced Learning and Gifted Services oversees thedistrict's K-12 Advanced Learning and Gifted and Talented program, includingidentification, service delivery, staff development, family communication, and compliancewith state and district policies. The Manager supervises program staff, manages thedepartment's budget and resources, and partners with school leaders and district teamsto expand advanced learning opportunities through effective screening, instructionalsupport, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Functions:
Manage the district's K-12 Advanced Learning and Gifted and Talented program
Oversee districtwide Gifted and Talented screening, identification, and equity-centeredtalent development
Manage departmental budget, vendor contracts, and resource allocations for AdvancedLearning services
Oversee state-required Gifted and Talented reporting, audits, and district plan updates
Directly supervise the Gifted and Talented Program Specialist and Gifted and TalentedInstructional Mentor
Chair and facilitate the District Gifted and Talented Advisory Committee

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Education or closely related field required
Master's degree in Gifted Education, Curriculum and Instruction, EducationalLeadership, or related field preferred

Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience supporting gifted/advancedlearners
Demonstrated knowledge of Oklahoma gifted education requirements, best practices foridentification and programming, and equity-centered talent development

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Oklahoma teaching certificate required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of gifted education and advanced learning best practices, includingidentification, service models, and social-emotional/affective considerations
Ability to lead through influence: coaching school leaders, facilitating adult learning, anddriving implementation across multiple sites
Strong data literacy: ability to analyze participation/achievement patterns, audit fidelity,and guide improvement actions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common education data tools

About Our District: At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.