Trauma-Informed Special Education Teacher

Children's Home Society of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits: health, vision

Tuition reimbursement or student loan

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Special Education Classroom Teacher to provide individualized instruction within a trauma-responsive learning environment. The role focuses on academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth, with collaboration across families, public schools, and interdisciplinary teams.

The position emphasizes standards-aligned instruction, IEP management, behavior support, and professional growth, with a 7:30am–3:30pm schedule and year-round school

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Elementary Education required.
• Current, valid South Dakota teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction tailored to students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with the educational team.
• Establish a structured, trauma-responsive classroom environment and reinforce clear rules and routines.
• Prepare instructional materials, manage schedules, and ensure safety and smooth transitions.
• Monitor and document student progress and communicate with families and school partners.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to support student programming.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and adhere to CHS policies and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Teaching

IEP management

Trauma-informed care

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Elementary Education

Job description

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Special Education Classroom Teacher to provide individualized instruction within a trauma-responsive learning environment. The role focuses on academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth, with collaboration across families, public schools, and interdisciplinary teams.

The position emphasizes standards-aligned instruction, IEP management, behavior support, and professional growth, with a 7:30am–3:30pm schedule and year-round school