Job Description
We want YOU here! REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION LEVEL:Master's degree. South Dakota certification or licensure.
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:Evidence of at least five years of exemplary teaching experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, speaking, writing, sitting, bending, and walking are constantly required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Ability to plan, model and provide training on targeted instructional strategies; must possess instructional technology skills, communicate effectively and relate well with students, school personnel, and parents. Have knowledge of curriculum materials, content standards and assessments.
CERTIFICATIONThis position requires a
valid South Dakota teaching certification with endorsements in elementary education.
Please note, endorsement requirements may vary based on specific course assignments.
Questions about SD teaching certification:South Dakota Department of Education
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Evidence of successful experience working with adult learners.
- Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and building principals.
- Knowledge and experience implementing best practices in instruction.
- Knowledge and experience using a variety of assessment tools and analyzing student data.
- Ability to collaborate with teacher teams, co-teach lessons, and do demonstration teaching.
- Ability to think flexibly and to adapt work to the needs of teachers.
- Knowledge and demonstration of using 21st Century skills in instruction (analytical thinking, problem solving, communicating, collaborating, and finding and evaluating information)
- Demonstrate strong skills in oral and written communication and the ability to utilize technology for communication and instruction.
- Demonstrate organizational skills and initiative for working with minimal direct supervision.
- Evidence of ongoing professional learning and reflective practice to continuously improve adult learning and student learning.
- Knowledge and experience using technology for communication for data analysis, for gathering and organizing information and for presentations.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDSSupport of Teachers- Provides intensive coaching to improve the classroom instructional practice of the beginning teacher.
- Collaborates with the beginning teacher to self-assess and identify skills and needs for professional growth.
- Assists the beginning teacher in developing a repertoire of teaching models, methodologies, strategies, and techniques.
- Assists the beginning teacher in developing classroom management including routines and procedures.
- Coordinates induction requirements and provides continuous and regular support to beginning teachers.
- Observes teachers and/or records teachers during their instruction and provides feedback for their professional growth.
Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment- Assists teacher with instructional planning to achieve curriculum objectives and establish a positive classroom environment.
- Assists teachers with planning and implementation of student assessments.
- Assists in analyzing formal and informal data on student achievement in order to inform instructional planning.
- Assists teacher in identification and selection of appropriate instructional materials aligned to content standards.
- Provides relevant information from research and professional literature on best practices in instruction.
- Utilizes cognitive coaching to support staff growth in curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
Job Specific Responsibilities- Models or provides models for effective teaching strategies, specifically in the application of strategies to develop 21st Century skills.
- Assists in identifying, designing, and delivering individual and building level professional development related to student achievement goals.
- Supports implementation of professional learning communities to enhance student achievement.
- Communicates consistently and positively with staff.
- Maintains confidentiality at all times.
View the complete job description here: Instructional Coach - TOSA
PAY INFORMATIONStarting at $52,233 to $58,823 per year, based on experience
View the complete salary schedule here: 2024-2025 Teacher Salary Schedule
Please note, this is based on the 2024-2025 salary schedule. 2025-26 salary schedule coming soon!
Pay Day: Last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTEMonday 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 2025BENEFIT 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
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