Pre-School Teacher

Position Overview

We are seeking a caring and dedicated Pre‑School Teacher to create a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment for young children in Harrisburg. This role includes planning age‑appropriate activities, supporting children’s social and emotional development, and building strong relationships with families.

Candidates should have experience working with young children and a degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred, along with strong communication and classroom management skills. The position requires the ability to actively engage with children and pass required background screenings.

• Posting Number: NFE
  03038P
• Department: USD‑Head Start
• Location:
  
  Sioux Falls, SD
• Duration: 9.5 months
• Appointment Type:
  Regular Faculty
• Appointment Percent: 100%
• Work Hours:
  
  7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday
• Posting Date: 04/24/2026
• Closing:
  Open Until Filled

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, holidays, retirement options, and opportunities for professional development.

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.

The position requires supervising children ages 3‑5 in indoor and outdoor environments, handling repetitive motion, using both hands, lifting light objects, and maintaining good vision, hearing, and proprioceptive abilities.