Elementary English Language Development; ELD Teacher - FTE at R.F. Pettigrew Elementary
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Education Teacher
We want YOU here!
At R.
F. Pettigrew Elementary, our school's priority is to help each of our students reach their learning potential and be successful socially in our ever‑changing world. We are invested in the education of our children and love to establish connections with our surrounding community to further enrich the opportunities we provide.
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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.
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.
This position requires a valid South Dakota teaching certification with the Elementary English as a New Language endorsement. 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 Law 13‑42‑71 requires 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 reviews. You will be required to provide your most recent certificate of completion prior to starting employment with the Sioux Falls School District. Visit to view the list of approved trainings and detailed instructions for completion.
EssentialFunctions & Duties
- Plan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals
- 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
- 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 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
Starting at $52,821 to $59,485 per year, based on experience.
Pay Day:
Last working day of each month.
Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 months
Calendar2025‑2026 New SFEA Staff Calendar
Estimated StartOctober 2025
Benefit InformationBenefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more).
Current District EmployeesAll current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.
Additional RequirementsPost‑Offer Criminal Background Check Required.
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