GATE Acceleration Model 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.
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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. |
EducationEducation LevelEducation DetailsRequired/
| Master's Degree | Preferred |
| Tennessee teaching certification for elementary and/ or middle school | |||||
| Meets Gifted Education requirements per the State of Tennessee by having either the Gifted Employment Standard or the Gifted Endorsement | Preferred |
Work ExperienceExperienceExperience DetailsRequired/
| 1-3 years | Highly successful teaching experience or proven expertise working with advanced learners |
Essential FunctionsEssential Function
| Provide high-quality Gifted and Talented instruction aligned to district-approved curriculum and core content standards, maintaining direct instructional responsibility with students. |
| Implement advanced instructional delivery models that support acceleration, depth, and complexity, in collaboration with school-based teams. |
| Design, deliver, and record model lessons for professional learning, modeling effective GATE-aligned instructional practices and strategies for advanced learners in authentic classroom settings. |
| Conduct and host learning walks, supporting visiting educators in observing advanced instructional practices and engaging in reflective dialogue. |
| Facilitate collaborative reflection with peers through lesson debriefs, feedback conversations, and shared analysis of instructional practice, without assuming evaluative authority. |
| Collaborate with GATE colleagues, curriculum staff, and content teachers to strengthen instructional coherence and alignment. |
| Contribute practitioner feedback to curriculum refinement and instructional improvement efforts based on classroom implementation. |
| Collect, analyze, and reflect on student learning data to monitor student growth and assess the effectiveness of accelerated instructional practices and the program model. |
| Balance instructional leadership responsibilities with ongoing GATE teaching duties, maintaining accountability for student learning, engagement, and growth. |
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKSAsProficiency
| Knowledge of Gifted and Talented instructional practices that promote acceleration, enrichment, depth, and complexity. | ||
| Understanding of grade-level science standards and alignment of advanced instruction to core content. | ||
| Skill in collaborative planning and co-teaching with instructional peers. | ||
| Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction based on evidence. | ||
| Strong reflective practice skills, including giving and receiving instructional feedback. | ||
| Ability to implement curriculum with fidelity while meeting the needs of advanced learners. | ||
| Effective communication skills with students, families, school staff, and district partners. | ||
| Ability to manage instructional responsibilities across multiple school settings. | ||
| Commitment to teamwork and collaboration, with the ability to build trust and work effectively across schools and roles; teamwork is an essential attribute of this role. | ||
| A growth-oriented, student-first mindset that views curriculum as a living resource designed to advance student learning and instructional practice. | ||
| Has attended or is willing to attend the Gifted Employment Standard Training through Vanderbilt University. |
| • | 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 EnvironmentWorking ConditionN/ARarelyOccasionallyFrequentlyConstantly
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| Job Title: | GATE Acceleration Model Teacher |
| Job Code: | 6502066 |
| Job Family: | 65 – Teachers |
| Sub-Family: | Content-Specific |
| Job Family SOC Code: | 25-0000 |
| Sub-Family SOC Code: | 25-2000 |
| FLSA Classification: | Exempt |
| Grade Ladder: | MNPS Certificated Teacher |
| Pay Grade: | MNPS.201_ |
| Duration (Days): | 201 |
| Locations Type: | School-Based |
| Approved Date: | 2/19/2026 4:03:06 PM |
| Date Last Edited: | 2/19/2026 4:03:02 PM |
| Is Approved: | ☒ |
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