Job Description:

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SUPERVISES: Students assigned to the classroom

WORKS WITH: Classroom paraprofessionals, administrators, other classroom teachers, classified staff, parents, community members

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment. Current, valid South Dakota teaching certificate.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Hand-eye, mind-eye coordination. Constant hearing; intermittent speaking, standing, walking, and writing. Frequent carrying, keyboarding, and other repetitive motions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skills in human relations, leadership, and conflict management. Knowledgeable of teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students. Demonstrated skills in the use of technology and data-driven instruction to enhance student learning.

EXPERIENCE: Successful student teaching

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
Ability to Plan and Prepare Instructional Tasks
Plan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals
Provide Instruction to Students
Implement District curriculum
Maintain a strong instructional focus utilizing the elements of effective instruction
Communicate a high level of expectation
Communicate clear learning goals to students
Adapt instruction to meet the needs of all students
Address various learning styles
Sequence content at an appropriate pace
Use appropriate level of questioning to promote understanding
Relate lesson content to prior and future learning
Require students to summarize information in written and verbal formats
Appropriately recognize and reinforce individual student effort
Represent knowledge/information non-linguistically through a variety of methods
Organize students in cooperative or ability groups when appropriate
Require students to analyze and apply knowledge
Display enjoyment, humor, and enthusiasm for teaching and expect students to enjoy learning
Conduct ongoing assessments for learning
Provide an Effective Classroom Environment
Establish appropriate classroom rules and procedures that are clearly understood by all students
Effectively and consistently enforce rules and follow procedures
Redirect students naturally and immediately without disrupting others
Be well-organized and have all materials, equipment, and supplies ready for daily instruction
Carry out smooth and effective transitions (e.g. students enter and leave the room)
Maximize time on purposeful instructional tasks
Begin and end class periods with a focus on learning
Establish a positive learning environment
Participate in Professional Growth Opportunities and Demonstrate Professionalism
Participate in ongoing professional growth
Participate in school/professional and/or community organizations or events
Complete routine assigned tasks and comply with District requirements
Promote the education profession
Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, parents, and students
Conduct parent-teacher conferences in accordance with District policy
Follow District and building policies and procedures
Support District goals
Report student progress to parents and students
Perform other duties as assigned

EVALUATION: The performance of this job will be determined in accordance with the evaluation policy and procedures of the Board of Education.

PUBLIC DEMANDS: Presents a proactive and positive image of the school, students, and staff, and fosters the district mission to educate and empower all students to become successful, contributing citizens in an ever-changing world.

Primary Location    -Westside Elementary School
Salary Range    -$48,500.00 / Per Year
Shift Type    -Full-Time