Special Education Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Terry Redlin Elementary

About the role

Terry Redlin Elementary seeks a Special Education Classroom Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position emphasizes strong partnerships between families and schools to support student success.

Responsibilities

• Plan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals
• Implement District curriculum, maintain a strong instructional focus, communicate clear learning goals, 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, 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, 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 Desired: 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
• 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 computer word processing, spreadsheets and databases. Knowledge in implementation of IEP process and special education law. Training in assessment and interpretation of information

Benefits

• Starting at $53,981 to $60,793 per year, based on experience
• Hours & FTE: Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:00pm, 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 months
• Calendar: 2026-2027 New SFEA Staff Calendar

Pay Information

• Pay Day: Last working day of each month

Schedule

• Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Qualifications

• Current District employees interested in applying must complete an application
• Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
• Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number

How to Apply

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