1st Grade Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Lowell Elementary
1st Grade Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Lowell Elementary
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$ 52821 - 59485
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Job Description
We wantYOUhere!
At Lowell Elementary we celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and embrace the diversity that makes our community special. We foster a caring respectful and creative environment where every students social emotional physical and intellectual growth is nurtured. Here we believe that all individuals have the potential to achieve beyond what they ever thought possible and were looking for passionate team members who are ready to help make that happen!
Learn more about Lowell Elementary at: 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:
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.
CERTIFICATION
This position requires a valid South Dakota teaching certificationwith either the Early Childhood Birth through Grade Three ORSelf Contained K-4th Gradeendorsement.
Please note endorsement requirements may vary based on specific course assignments.
Questions about SD teaching certification:South Dakota Department of Education
YOUTH SUICIDE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION TRAINING
Visithttps:// view the list of approved trainings and detailed instructions for completion. These trainings listed are the only accepted trainings per SDCL. Please carefully review the options before selecting a training as unapproved trainings will require you to retake an approved course.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
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 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
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 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
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 parent-teacher 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
View the complete job description here:Classroom Teacher - General Education
PAY INFORMATION
Starting at $52821 to $59485per year based on experience.
View the complete salary schedule here:2025-2026 Teacher Salary Schedule
Pay Day: Last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
1.0 FTE 40 hours per week 9 months
CALENDAR
2024-2025 New SFEA Staff Calendar
2025-2026 calendar coming soon!
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.
Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711 then the desired number
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Employment Type
Full-Time
