Biology​/Chemistry Teacher FTE at Roosevelt High School

Biology/Chemistry Teacher (2026-27) - 1.0 FTE at Roosevelt High School

Sioux Falls School District, Roosevelt High School, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Job : 5530773

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 10, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

We want YOU here!

This posting is for the 2026-27 school year.

Join the team at Roosevelt High School, where we are committed to fostering excellence, equity, and lifelong learning for every student. At RHS, we believe in building strong relationships, providing academic choices, and creating an engaging environment where students can reach their full potential. If you're passionate about education and inspiring the next generation, we’d love to have you on our team!

Learn more about Roosevelt High School at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./rhs

Bachelor’s degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment. Certification, alternative certification or licensure: current, valid South Dakota teaching certificate.

Successful student teaching

Hand-eye, mind-eye coordination. Constant hearing; intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing. Frequent carrying, keyboarding, and other repetitive motions.

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skills in human relations, leadership and conflict management. Knowledgeable of teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students. Demonstrated skills in the use of technology to enhance student learning.

This position requires a valid South Dakota teaching certification with the following endorsements:

• Secondary Intermediate Science
• OR Secondary Advanced Physical Science AND Secondary Advanced Biology

Please note, endorsement requirements may vary based on specific course assignments.

Questions about SD teaching certification:
South Dakota Department of Education

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

South Dakota Codified Law 13-42-71 requires certified educators to complete at least one hour of approved youth suicide awareness and prevention training every five years. Compliance is verified through district accreditation reviews. You will be required to provide your most recent certificate of completion prior to starting employment with the Sioux Falls School District.

Visit  to view the list of approved trainings and detailed instructions for completion. These trainings listed are the only accepted trainings per SDCL 13-42-71. Please carefully review the options before selecting a training as unapproved trainings will require you to retake an approved course.

1. Ability to Plan and Prepare Instructional Tasks

• Plan instructional tasks that are meaningful and related to learning goals

2. Provide Instruction to Students

• Implement District curriculum
• Maintain a strong instructional focus utilizing the elements of effective instruction
• Communicate a high level of expectation
• Communicate clear learning goals to students
• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Address various learning styles
• Sequence content at an appropriate pace
• Use appropriate level of questioning to promote understanding
• Relate lesson content to prior and future learning
• Require students to summarize…