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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 the Secondary English as a Second Language endorsement.

Please note, endorsement requirements may vary based on assignments within 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

Starting at $52,233 to $58,823, based on experience.

View the salary schedule here: 2024-2025 Teacher Salary Schedule

Pay Day

Last working day of each month.

Hours

Monday through Friday 7:15am to 3:45pm

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)

Job Contact Information