Requirements:
SOUTH DAKOTA TEACHER CERTIFICATION WITH ENDORSEMENT IN SUBJECT AREA.
Job Description:
IMPLEMENT INSTRUCTION
Implement District curriculum
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
EVALUATE INSTRUCTION
Conduct ongoing assessments for learning
Monitor students’ performance as they engage in learning activities
Provide re-teaching and/or interventions when appropriate
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
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
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
Follow District and building policies and procedures
Support of District goals
Promote the education profession
Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, parents and students
Conduct parent-teacher conferences in accordance with District policy
Report student progress to parents and students
Perform Other Duties as Assigned
Relay Services for Hearing Impaired: Dial 711, then the desired number.