We want YOU here! Requirements & Job Duties We are looking for a
passionate energetic educator to join our partnership in teaching and learning! Throughout your career, the SFSD team will be there to support, guide, empathize, and celebrate with you.
Classroom Teacher
Estimated Start Date: August 2024
This position requires a South Dakota teaching certification with one of the following endorsements:
- 5th-8th Grade Science
- Secondary Intermediate Science
Please note, endorsement requiements may vary based on course assignments at the school.
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 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
Salary Schedule Based on the 2023-2024 salary schedule, stating at $50,111 to $56,434. 2024-2025 salary schedule coming soon!
View the complete salary schedule here: 2023-2024 Salary Schedule
Pay Day Last working day of each month.
Hours Monday through Friday, 7:45 am to 4:15 pm
FTE 1.0 FTE, 40 hours/week, 9 months
Calendar 2023-2024 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
Technical assistance about completing an online application can be directed to: Technical Help
Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
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