Classroom Teacher - General Education
Curriculum Services
Revised May 2021
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION LEVEL: | Bachelor’s degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment. Certification, alternative certification or licensure: current, valid South Dakota teaching certificate. |
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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. |
REPORTS TO: | Building Principal |
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: | Curriculum Coordinators Assistant Principal Department Chairpersons Instructional Coaches |
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
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
WORKING CONDITIONS
CLIMATIC ENVIRONMENT | Both Inside & Out
Some District classrooms and work areas are not climate controlled and are subject to extremes of temperature and humidity.
HAZARDS
Stairs, chalkdust and exposure to communicable diseases may be potential hazards. In labs/classrooms there could be exposure to toxic chemicals and fumes. Equipment that supports classroom instruction could be potentially hazardous under certain conditions.