Special Education Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Bridges Elementary Behavior Program

About the role

We want YOU here! Discover the unparalleled support awaiting special education teachers within the Sioux Falls School District!

Responsibilities

• 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
• Require students to summarize information in written and/or verbal form
• Adequately recognize and reinforce individual student effort
• Display enjoyment, humor, and enthusiasm for teaching and expect students to enjoy learning
• Conduct ongoing assessments for learning
• Create an 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
• 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
• Case manage student individual education programs (IEP) to meet specialized needs of students with disabilities
• Coordinate special education documentation regarding the special education process including referral, evaluation, IEP development and implementation, and related processes in compliance with district, state and federal requirements including timelines
• Implement specialized instruction utilizing researched strategies and interventions based on the needs of the students
• Participate in IEP meetings and communicate with parents on a routine basis keeping them informed of their child's progress in compliance with district procedures
• Maintain student special education records and related information as outlined in district procedures and in a confidential manner

Requirements

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment.
• Certification or licensure: South Dakota teaching certificate
• Experience: At least one year of work experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills and knowledge of strategies to support students with challenging behaviors.
• Physical Requirements: Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination and hearing; intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing. The ability to provide physical management to students with behavior or self-care needs.

Skills

• 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
• Skilled in computer word processing, spreadsheets and databases
• Knowledge in implementation of IEP process and special education law
• Training in assessment and interpretation of information

Benefits

• PAY INFORMATION: Starting at $53,981 to $60,793 per year, based on experience.
• HOURS & FTE: Monday through Friday 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 months
• CALENDAR: 2026-2027 New SFEA Staff Calendar

BENEFIT INFORMATION

• Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more): Current District employees interested in applying must complete an application. Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required

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