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Posted: March 11, 2026 (2 days ago)

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TEACHER GIFTED EDUCATION 6-12

Department of Defense Education Activity

Department of Defense

Fresh

Location

Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

Salary

$46.36 - $112.48

per hour

Closes

March 20, 2026More DOD jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a teacher who specializes in educating gifted students in middle and high school, helping them reach their full potential through tailored support and motivation.

The role involves counseling students based on their unique backgrounds and interests, while maintaining a safe and positive learning environment at a school in Puerto Rico.

It's ideal for experienced educators passionate about advanced learners who hold relevant teaching certifications.

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Certification in middle or secondary education (grades 6-12)
  • Minimum 12 semester hours in gifted education coursework, covering topics like student needs, identification, differentiated instruction, curriculum design, and teaching strategies
  • Unencumbered professional teaching license or state equivalent
  • Ability to support, counsel, and motivate gifted students to meet or exceed standards
  • Commitment to safety, security procedures, and fostering a positive school climate

Full Job Description

About the Position: THIS IS FOR THE 2026/2027 School Year.

This position is located at Ramey Unit School, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA) IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If you are interested in applying, please follow this link: https://webapps.dodea.edu/eas/login.cfm DO NOT apply via USAJOBS Applications submitted to USAJOBS WILL NOT receive consideration.

Who May Apply: U.S.

Citizens FIND OUT MORE HERE: Teaching Categories and Requirements | DoDEA 0440, Teacher, Gifted Education (6-12): Certifiable in any DoDEA Middle School or Secondary Education (6-12) and a minimum of 12 semester hours in gifted education.

Coursework should include content such as nature and needs of gifted students, identification, differentiation of instruction, curriculum design, and models and strategies for teaching gifted students.

An unencumbered professional teaching license in content areas above or its state equivalent will be considered to have fulfilled these requirements. Major Duties:

  • Supports, counsels, and motivates students to meet or exceed grade-level standards; draws on personal knowledge of the individual student's personality, background, and interests when discussing learning issues, achievements, and conduct in class.
  • Adheres to and, when applicable, implements safety and security procedures; contributes to creating a school climate conducive to learning, achievement, and citizenship.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/11/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/11/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: NC7X-26-12903711-EAS