Early Childhood Special Education Teacher - TBD

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
- Location TBD

Sioux Falls School District To Be Determined
- Sioux Falls, South Dakota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Sioux Falls School District

Job : 5901989

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

We wantYOUhere!

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher to join our team and provide individualized education and support for young children aged 3 to 5. The ideal candidate will foster an inclusive learning environment that promotes growth in cognitive, social-emotional, communication, adaptive, and motor skills.

Discover the unparalleled support awaiting special education teachers within the Sioux Falls School District!

• With an innovative
  online IEP system
  boasting a 96% satisfaction rate among our teachers, and
  dedicated IEP facilitators
  streamlining meetings, educators have more time to focus on what truly matteres - nurturing their student's growth.
• Our "
  Virutal Office
  ", offered multiple times a month, provides instant support and guidance via Zoom for challenges Special Educators face.
• Join the
  Special Services Learning Academy
  which equips educators with the tools they need for success and work with
  Insturctional Coaches
  to ensure swift curriculum mastery.
• When it comes to managing classroom dynamics, our esteemed
  behavior team
  , including
  Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), are on hand to provide expert guidance and support.

In the Sioux Falls School District, you are not just an educator; you are an integral part of a supportive, collaborative team committed to unlocking every student's highest potential.

We want your talent - we want your passion - we want YOU here!

Bachelor's degree and endorsements in the areas of teaching assignment. Certification or licensure:
South Dakota teaching certificate and early childhood special education. Prior experience working with young children with disabilities in education.

Successful student teaching.

Typical early childhood classroom or integrated preschool setting. May involve lifting, toileting, and physical assistance for children with mobility needs. Requires flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of young learners and families.

Demonstrates effective and inclusive teaching strategies that address the diverse learning needs of young students. Proficient in computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management. Well-versed in the implementation of the IEP process and knowledgeable in special education laws and regulations. Travel throughout the school district to support the needs of students on IEPs at various locations.

Candidates are required to complete a comprehensive background check, including a state and FBI criminal history check with fingerprinting, a sex offender registry check, and a child abuse and neglect registry check.
All components must be completed prior to the start of employment
and repeated every five years thereafter.

This position requires a
valid South Dakota teaching certification
with the Early Childhood SPED Birth through Grade Thre
eendorsement.

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

Questions about SD teaching certification:

South Dakota Department of Education

South Dakota Codified Law 13-42-71 equires 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.

Visithttps://doe.sd.gov/suicide prevention/ 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…