Physical Education Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Terry Redlin Elementary

Sioux Falls School District•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for the 2026-27 school year. At Terry Redlin Elementary, we are committed to building strong parent-school relationships. Our school level Parent Involvement Policy identifies the strategies and opportunities for interaction between parents and our school. As a school team we shall include opportunities for parents to be involved in the creation and implementation of the school level Parent Involvement Policy.

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 the Elementary Physical Education endorsement.
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 teaching under Alternative Certification.
Completion of at least one hour of approved youth suicide awareness and prevention training every five years.
Must provide most recent certificate of completion for youth suicide awareness and prevention training prior to starting employment.

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.