5th Grade Teacher - FTE

5th Grade Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Oscar Howe Elementary

Sioux Falls School District Oscar Howe Elementary
- Sioux Falls, South Dakota Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5897202

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

We wantYOUhere!

At Oscar Howe Elementary, we believe that education is a team effort between staff, families, students, and the broader community. As part of our team, you’ll join a supportive and collaborative environment where relationships matter and every child’s success is a shared priority. We value staff who are dedicated, compassionate, and committed to helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. If you’re passionate about making a difference and working alongside families and colleagues to provide meaningful learning experiences, Oscar Howe is the place for you!

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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 withendorsements in the assigned content area.

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…