1st Grade Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Cleveland Elementary

Sioux Falls School District•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Elementary, we believe in the power of connection, community, and character. As part of our team, you’ll join a supportive and collaborative environment where students are recognized for ROAR ing behavior— R espect, O wnership, A chieving Goals, and being a R ole Model. These values are woven into our daily routines as we help students learn from their mistakes, make positive choices, and grow into responsible citizens. If you’re passionate about guiding students both academically and socially, and believe in the impact of shaping young learners through meaningful relationships and high expectations, Cleveland is the place for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment
Current, valid South Dakota teaching certificate
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 to enhance student learning
Valid South Dakota teaching certification with the Self-Contained K-4th Grade OR Early Childhood Birth through Grade Three endorsement
Complete at least one hour of approved youth suicide awareness and prevention training every five years

Nice To Haves

Successful Student Teaching

Responsibilities

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/or verbal form
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 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, etc., ready for immediate use
Carry out smooth and effective transitions (e.g., from one activity to another, as students enter and leave the room)
Maximize time on purposeful instructional tasks
Begin and end class period with 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 of District goals
Report student progress to parents and students
Perform other duties as assigned