8th Grade Math Teacher - FTE at Ben Reifel Middle School

Position: 8th Grade Math Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Ben Reifel Middle School

We want YOU here!

Join the Ben Reifel Middle School family, where we foster a supportive and inclusive environment built on unity, excellence, empathy, and integrity. As part of our team, you'll play a vital role in helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally while embracing the BISON WAY. If you're passionate about making a difference and being part of a strong, connected community, we'd love to have you join us!

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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.

EXPERIENCE DESIRED

Successful student teaching.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Hand-eye and 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 certification with one of the following endorsements: 5th‑8th Grade Math, Secondary Intermediate Math, or Secondary Advanced Mathematics. Endorsement requirements may vary based on specific course assignments.

Questions about SD teaching certification:
South Dakota Department of Education.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CONTRACT TEACHER BUT DON’T HOLD A TRADITIONAL TEACHING DEGREE?

The South Dakota Department of Education offers an Alternative Certification program! Individuals will take 15 credits plus praxis exams while they perform their duties as a contract teacher for a South Dakota school district. Alternative Certification is available for most positions 5th grade through high school. Candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, unless pursuing a CTE Instructor position.

If you are interested in pursuing a teaching position under Alternative Certification, you MUST obtain your Alternative Preliminary Certificate BEFORE applying for the teaching position. You can apply for the preliminary certificate by completing the "Initial Educator Application" here: SD Educator Portal.

Learn more about Alternative Certification: SD DOE Alternative Certification.

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. These trainings listed are the only accepted trainings per SDCL 13‑42‑71. Please carefully review the options before selecting a training as unapproved trainings will require you to retake an approved course.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

Plan and Prepare Instructional Tasks

• Plan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals.

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…