Job title: Junior Kindergarten Academy Teacher & Enrichment Specialist – 1.0 FTE at Hayward Elementary
Company: Sioux Falls School District
Job description: Job Details:Our Vision
It is the vision of the Sioux Falls School District to provide the opportunities and challenges for each student to succeed as a lifelong learner in a changing world. The District values a highly trained and committed workforce, continually evaluating and improving their own and student performance. The District recognizes its role as a key contributor to the social, civic and economic foundation of this community. To achieve this vision, we must ignite the hearts and minds of our students, staff, families, the business community and citizens.Our Mission
To educate and prepare each student to succeed in a changing world.Job Description:We want YOU here!Are you ready for a dynamic and rewarding role? We’re looking for one passionate educator to step into a unique dual-position as a Jr. Kindergarten Academy Teacher & Enrichment Specialist! This role is split 50/50—spend your mornings shaping young minds as a Jr. Kindergarten teacher and your afternoons supporting student success as an Enrichment Specialist.REQUIREMENTSTo be considered for this position, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for both positions.Junior Kindergarten Classroom TeacherEDUCATION LEVEL:Bachelor’s degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment. Certification, alternative certification or licensure: current, valid South Dakota teaching certificate.EXPERIENCE DESIRED:Successful student teaching.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 to enhance student learning.Junior Kindergarten Enrichment SpecialistEDUCATION LEVEL:Successful completion of 2-year Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education ProgramEXPERIENCE DESIRED:Successful student teaching.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, hearing; intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing. The ability to provide physical management to students with behavior or self-care needs is required.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skills in human relations, leadership, and conflict management. Demonstrated competency in word processing, spreadsheets and databases.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIESJunior Kindergarten Academy Classroom Teacher (Morning Only)1. Ability to Plan and Prepare Instructional Tasks
- Plan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals.
2. 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 the 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.
3. 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
4. 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
5. Follow District and building policies and procedures.
6. Support of District goals.
7. Report student progress to parents and students.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.Junior Kindergarten Enrichment Specialist (Afternoon Only)1. Leads assigned classes in accordance with District approved programs of study.
2. Abides by School Board policies and rules, and handbooks.
3. Maintains student records in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
4. Participates in parent conferences and communicates with parents on a routine basis keeping them well-informed about their child’s school progress.
5. Utilizes effective teaching techniques and practices.
6. Establishes student success as a primary teaching goal and provides opportunity for all students to experience success.
7. Promotes developmental growth and achievement for all students.
8. Monitors and encourages student classroom effort as a means for academic progress.
9. Establishes classroom management system that promotes the most efficient use of learning time.
10. Establishes a learning climate that promotes the orderly behavior of all students while maintaining the dignity and positive self-concept of each student.
11. Provides for the well-being, health, and safety of all students.
12. Participates in staff development opportunities, as provided.
13. Maintains the confidentiality of students and their families.14. Performs other duties as assgined.To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for both positions.PAY INFORMATIONClassroom TeacherStarting salary based on experience. View the complete salary schedule here:Please note, the salary schedule is based on 1.0 FTE. Salary will be prorated based on the 0.5 FTE as classroom teacher.Enrichment SpecialistLevel KX, starting at $22.88 per hourPay Day: Last working day of each month.HOURS & FTEMonday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 monthsClassroom TeacherMorning Hours, 20 hours per weekEnrichment SpecialistAfternoon Hours, 20 hours per weekCALENDAREstimated Start: August 2025BENEFIT INFORMATION
(only for positions 20 hours per week or more)CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEESAll current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
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Expected salary: $22.88 per hour
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Job date: Sat, 01 Mar 2025 08:40:46 GMT
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