Special Education Teacher: Growth & Bonus Eligible

Rapid City Area Schools; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure for first three years

Professional development support

Job summary

Rapid City Area Schools is actively seeking qualified educators for Special Education Teaching positions for this school year and the upcoming 2026-27 school year. This role is bonus eligible due to its designation as High Needs/Difficult to fill, offering structured bonuses for the first three years of employment.

The district emphasizes professional development and strong support systems for new special education teachers, ensuring a collaborative work environment and adherence to South Dakota standards for student learning.

Qualifications

• Display technical excellence in instructional techniques.
• Create a classroom environment favorable to learning.
• Establish effective rapport with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level of support to special education teachers.
• Conduct professional development for new teachers.
• Motivate students to develop essential skills.

Skills

Instructional techniques

Collaboration

Continuous learning

Behavior intervention

Education

Relevant teaching certification

Job description

Rapid City Area Schools is actively seeking qualified educators for Special Education Teaching positions for this school year and the upcoming 2026-27 school year. This role is bonus eligible due to its designation as High Needs/Difficult to fill, offering structured bonuses for the first three years of employment.

The district emphasizes professional development and strong support systems for new special education teachers, ensuring a collaborative work environment and adherence to South Dakota standards for student learning.