Special Education Teacher - Impactful IEP Support & Growth

Anova Education; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; Full time

Job description

We want YOUhere!

This posting is for the 2026-27 school year. This position will serve .5 FTE at John Harris Elementary and .5 FTE at another building, TBD.

Discover the unparalleled support awaiting special education teachers within the Sioux Falls School District!

• With an innovativeonline IEP systemboasting a 96% satisfaction rate among our teachers, anddedicated IEP facilitatorsstreamlining meetings, educators have more time to focus on what truly matteres - nurturing their student's growth.
• Our "Virutal Office," offered multiple times a month, provides instant support and guidance via Zoom for challenges Special Educators face.
• Join theSpecial Services Learning Academywhich equips educators with the tools they need for success and work withInsturctional Coachesto ensure swift curriculum mastery.
• When it comes to managing classroom dynamics, our esteemedbehavior team, includingBoard Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), are on hand to provide expert guidance and support.

In the Sioux Falls School District, you're not just an educator; you're an integral part of a supportive, collaborative team committed to unlocking every student's highest potential.

We want your talent - we want your passion - we want YOU here!

At John Harris Elementary, we believe learning happens best when students feel connected, supported, and valued. Guided by our motto, Hand in Hand We Learn, we strive each day to create a welcoming school community where kindness, friendship, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

Our students and staff live out three simple but powerful beliefs each day:

• Together we can make a difference
• Make someone’s day better
• Be a friend to everyone

At John Harris, we celebrate individuality and work to build a school culture rooted in awareness, acceptance, and belonging. We are looking for caring and dedicated team members who are passionate about supporting students, building positive relationships, and making a lasting impact in our school community,

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REQUIREMENTS

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.

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 Enviornment

• 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 buildign policies and procedures.

6. Support of District goals.

7. Report student progress to parents and students.

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Case manages student individual education programs (IEP) to meet specialized needs of students with disabilities
• Coordinates special education documentation regarding the special education process including referral, evaluation, IEP development and implementation, and related processes in compliance with district, state and federal requirements including timelines
• Implements specialized instruction utilizing researched strategies and interventions based on the needs of the students
• Participates in IEP meetings and communicates with parents on a routine basis keeping them informed of their child’s progress in compliance with district procedures
• Maintains student special education records and related information as outlined in district procedures and in a confidential manner

View the complete job description here:Special Education Classroom Teacher

PAY INFORMATION

Starting at $53,981 to $60,793 per year, based on experience.

View the complete salary schedule here:2026-2027 Teacher Salary Schedule

Pay Day: Last working day of each month.

HOURS & FTE

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 months

Monday through Friday 7:30am-11:30am at John Harris Elementary

+ afternoon schedule location to be determined.

CALENDAR2026-2027 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
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