Pre-School Teacher

South Dakota Board of Regents; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid annual and sick leave

Paid holidays

Matching contributions to the SDRS

Job summary

South Dakota Board of Regents through USD Head Start in Vermillion, SD, is seeking a Center Teacher to lead a preschool classroom of 16 children aged 3–5. The role focuses on social, emotional, and early academic development in a nurturing setting.

The position is 9.5 months, 100% time, with hours 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and a full benefits package through the State of South Dakota. Applicants should have a BA in Early Childhood Education or related field.

Qualifications

• BA in Early Childhood Education or related field required
• Experience working with young children preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead a preschool classroom of 16 children
• Create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment
• Support each child’s growth through engaging activities and individualized attention
• Build strong relationships with families and collaborate with a supportive team
• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Located in Tea, South Dakota
• Eligible for the full State of South Dakota benefits package

Education

BA in Early Childhood Education

Education with Early Childhood Endorsement

Special Education with Early Childhood specialization

Job description

USD Head Start is seeking a passionate and dedicated Center Teacher to join our preschool team in Vermillion, SD.
In this role, you’ll guide a classroom of 16 children ages 3–5, helping them build the social, emotional, and early academic skills that set the foundation for lifelong learning.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a preschool classroom of 16 children
• Create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment
• Support each child’s growth through engaging activities and individualized attention
• Build strong relationships with families and collaborate with a supportive team
• Full‑time, 40 hours per week
• Located in Tea, South Dakota
• Eligible for the full State of South Dakota benefits package

Qualifications

• BA in Early Childhood Education, Education with Early Childhood Endorsement,Special Education with Early Childhood specialization
• Experience working with young children

This position includes the comprehensive State of South Dakota benefits package:

• Health insurance
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Matching contributions to the South Dakota Retirement System ( SDRS )

Advertised Salary commensurate with qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term: 9.5 months

Appointment Percent: 100

This position is a 9.5 month, 100% time in Vermillion. Working hours 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. with 1/2 hr. unpaid lunch break.

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Head Start provides free health, education and development services to families with young children. A federally funded program, we work with families to recognize their unique characteristics, cultural values and strengths, and offer services like:

• Individualized learning
• Vision, hearing and developmental screenings
• Nutritious meals and snacks
• Health services
• Parent education
• Community resource information

We offer services in Clay, Lincoln, Turner and Union counties. These services are available in-home or at one of our local centers and some are offered on a full-day, year-round basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Working Conditions

Position must be able to engage and supervise children ages 3-5 in multiple learning environments.

Physical Requirements

• Balancing
• Bending
• Stooping
• Twisting
• Crouching
• Grasping
• Kneeling
• Lifting light
• Pushing/Pulling
• Reaching
• Squatting
• Stretching
• Use Both Hands
• Use of Either Hand
• Independently
• Walking

Sensory Requirements

• Depth Perception
• Distant Vision
• Hearing
• Near Vision
• Peripheral Vision
• Speaking
• Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
• Color Vision

Working Conditions & Exposures

• Biohazard
• Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids
• Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity)
• Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure
• Exposure to Infectious Diseases
• Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc)

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take affirmative action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and affirmative action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take affirmative action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and affirmative action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455