Ethan R. Dschaak

ethan.dschaak@k12.sd.us

Education:

Black Hills State University:  Spearfish, SD (1993-1997)

Major:  Bachelor of Science in K-12 Special Education, and K-12 Physical Education

Endorsement:  K-12 Health

South Dakota State University:  Rapid City, SD (2000-2004)

Masters in Educational Administration

Professional Experience:

Piedmont Stagebarn Elementary School, Piedmont, SD (2009-Present)

• Elementary School Principal
• Primary responsibilities include directing and operating all facets of school operations.
• Conduct certified staff and support staff evaluations.
• Conduct curriculum based decisions on behalf of staff and students.
• Primary disciplinarian and attendance monitor.

Sturgis Middle / Elementary School, Sturgis, S.D. (2004-Present)

• Assistant Middle School / Elementary School Principal.
• Primary responsibilities include attendance and discipline.
• In charge of athletic eligibility on a weekly basis.
• Assisted in determining Student of the Month recipients throughout the school year.
• Facilitated numerous meetings involving Special Education students and their parents.
• Directed an annual blood drive with United Blood Services.

 Belle Fourche High School, Belle Fourche, S.D. (1999-2004)

• Taught 9th-12th grade special education students with various disabilities.
• Manage a caseload of 26-40 special education students.
• Create and teach individual curriculums for all high school content areas, following state and district standards.
• Closely collaborate with general education staff to modify and develop curriculum.

Belle Fourche High School, Belle Fourche, S.D. (2000-2002)

• Developed a curriculum and taught the fundamentals of drivers education.
• Promoted the importance of driving safety.
• Put my life in the hands of student drivers!

Deadwood Middle School, Deadwood, S.D. (1998-1999)

• Taught sixth grade Math and Language Arts in a full inclusion classroom.
• Individually taught lessons to sixth grade special education students with various disabilities.
• Developed innovative and creative lessons that captured students attention, and engaged them in active learning.
• Conducted all MDT and IEP meetings for special needs students.
• Implemented a variety of teaching techniques to accommodate various learning styles.

Gregory Middle / High School, Gregory, S.D. (1997-1998)

• Taught various content areas to 6-12^th grade special education students.
• Responsible for the 6-12^th grade caseload.
• Prepared and conducted IEP meetings.
• Developed and presented a project skills career based curriculum.
• 504 Director for the School District.

Coaching:

Sturgis Brown High School, Sturgis, SD

Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach (2005-2009)

• Responsible for overseeing the boy’s basketball program in 7-12^th grades.
• Named 2007 Region 4 Coach of the Year.
• Named 2008 Region 4 Coach of the Year
• Qualified for 2007 State AA Tournament.
• Qualified for the 2008 State AA Tournament.
• Named to SDHSCA Board of Directors (3 year term)
• Named SDHSBCA Region IV Director.

 Belle Fourche High School, Belle Fourche, S.D.

Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach (2000 – 2004).

• Attained a four year record of 38-42.
• Responsible for overseeing the boy’s basketball program in 7-12^th grades.
• Named 2003 Region 4 Coach of the Year

Head Varsity Boys Baseball Coach (2003).

• Developed a club baseball program for the High School.
• Taught the fundamentals and strategies of baseball to high school age students.

Assistant Varsity Football Coach (1999-2004)

• Developed the skills of the Quarterbacks, Receivers, and Special Teams.

Lead High School, Lead, S.D.

Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach (1998-1999)

• Scouted opponents and directed the junior varsity basketball team.

Assistant Varsity Football Coach (1998).

• Prepared the varsity for regular season and playoff games.
• Taught the fundamentals and strategies of the game to the junior varsity team.

Gregory High School, Gregory, S.D. (1997-1998)

• Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach.
• Responsible for coaching the junior varsity team and assisting the head coach with game decisions.

Skills / Attributes:

• Love working with children!
• Known for the ability to work successfully in close cooperation with colleagues and parents.
• Patient, flexible, and accepting of difficult students and parents.
• Enjoy the challenges of high pressure activities.
• Extensive knowledge of new laws and regulations in the education field.
• Work well with difficult and defiant children.
• Strong team leader.

Other Work / Hobbies:

• Referee for all levels of basketball.
• Umpire for softball and baseball.
• Special Olympics Coach.

Clubs / Organizations:

• South Dakota High School Coaches Association Member
• South Dakota Basketball Coaches Association Member
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• National Association of Elementary School Principals
• South Dakota Association of Elementary School Principals
• National Middle School Association Member
• School Administrators of South Dakota

Credentials:

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