RISE Special Education Teacher - FTE at Marcella LeBeau Elementary
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Education Teacher, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Overview
We want YOU here!
This position is for the school year. Marcella LeBeau Elementary is opening its doors in the fall of 2025, and we're seeking passionate, energetic educators to join our dynamic teaching and learning community! Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to empowering students, with the support, guidance, and encouragement of the SFSD family throughout your career. Learn more about Marcella LeBeau Elementary at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./mle
EDUCATION LEVEL:
Bachelor s degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment. Certification or licensure:
South Dakota teaching certificate
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
At least one year of work experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills and knowledge of strategies to support students with challenging behaviors.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination and hearing; intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing. The ability to provide physical management to students with behavior or self-care needs.
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 computer word processing, spreadsheets and databases. Knowledge in implementation of IEP process and special education law. Training in assessment and interpretation of information.
- 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
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