5th Grade Teacher 1.0 FTE at Hawthorne Elementary

Sioux Falls, SD - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 52821 - 59485

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We wantYOUhere!

Join the team at Hawthorne Elementary where we nurture relationships celebrate diversity and create a safe healthy environment for all. Our dedicated staff works together to support students social and academic growth ensuring they have the tools to succeed. If youre passionate about making a difference in a collaborative and caring school community wed love to have you on board!

Learn more aboutHawthonre 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 theSelf Contained Fifth-EighthGradeendorsement.

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

South Dakota Codified Lawrequires certified educators to complete at least one hour of approved youth suicide awareness and prevention training every five years.Compliance is verified through district accreditation will be required to provide your most recent certificate of completion prior to starting employment with the Sioux Falls School District.

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

Please note the salary schedule is based on a full contract year. Salary will be prorated based on start date.

Pay Day: Last working day of each month.

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday 7:15 am to3:45 pm

1.0 FTE 40 hours per week 9 months

CALENDAR
2025-2026 New SFEA Staff Calendar

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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We wantYOUhere!Join the team at Hawthorne Elementary where we nurture relationships celebrate diversity and create a safe healthy environment for all. Our dedicated staff works together to support students social and academic growth ensuring they have the tools to succeed. If youre passionate about ...