Middle School Math Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Whittier Middle School

Sioux Falls School DistrictSioux Falls, SD
Onsite

About The Position

We want YOU here! At Whittier, attitude is everything, and the attitude is one of respect. Everyone is valued at Whittier. We believe our primary goal is to help each student become an effective citizen in our society. We have high expectations for staff and students, and expect all to follow the Whittier Way: Respectful Communication, Dress for Success, Support each other, Helping Hands, Bring your best self. Learn more about the Whittier Way: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/wms

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment.
  • Current, valid South Dakota teaching certificate.
  • Successful student teaching
  • Hand-eye, mind-eye coordination.
  • Constant hearing; intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing.
  • Frequent carrying, keyboarding, and other repetitive motions.
  • 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 one of the following endorsements: 5th-8th Grade Math, Secondary Intermediate Math, OR Secondary Advanced Mathematics.
  • Must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree (unless pursuing a CTE Instructor position).
  • Must obtain your Alternative Preliminary Certificate BEFORE applying for teaching position if pursuing Alternative Certification.
  • Complete at least one hour of approved youth suicide awareness and prevention training every five years.
  • Provide your most recent certificate of completion for youth suicide awareness and prevention training prior to starting employment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals
  • 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
  • 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 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

Benefits

  • Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)
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