Are you ready for a dynamic and rewarding role Were looking for one passionate educator to step into a unique dualposition as a Jr. Kindergarten Academy Teacher & Enrichment Specialist! This role is split 50/50spend your mornings shaping young minds as a Jr. Kindergarten teacher and your afternoons supporting student success as an Enrichment Specialist.
REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for this position applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for both positions.
Junior Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
EDUCATION LEVEL:
Bachelors 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:
Handeye mindeye 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 Specialist
EDUCATION LEVEL:
Successful completion of 2year Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education Program
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
Successful student teaching.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires constant handeye and mindeye coordination hearing; intermittent speaking standing walking and writing. The ability to provide physical management to students with behavior or selfcare 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 & DUTIES
Junior 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 nonlinguistically 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 wellorganized 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 parentteacher 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.
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 wellinformed about their childs 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 selfconcept of each student. 11. Provides for the wellbeing 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 INFORMATION
Classroom Teacher
Starting salary based on experience. View the complete salary schedule here:Teacher Salary Schedule
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 Specialist
Level KX starting at $22.88 per hour
Pay Day: Last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30minute unpaid break
1.0 FTE 40 hours per week 9 months
Classroom Teacher
Morning Hours 20 hours per week
Enrichment Specialist
Afternoon Hours 20 hours per week
CALENDAR New SFEA Staff Calendar
9 Month Specialist Elementary Calendar
Estimated Start: August 2025
BENEFIT INFORMATION Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)
CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.
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