Pre-School Teacher

Pre-School Teacher

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Posting Details

Posting Details

InstitutionThe University of South Dakota

Working TitlePre-School Teacher

Posting NumberNFE03038P

DepartmentUSD-Head Start

Physical Location of Position (City)Vermillion

Posting Text

We are seeking a caring and dedicated Pre-school Teacher to create a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment for young children in Harrisburg or Vermillion. 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 strongmunication and classroom management skills. The position requires the ability to actively engage with children and pass required background screenings.

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

Join our team and help make a difference in the lives of children and families!

Posting Date04/24/2026

Closing Date

Open Until FilledYes

First Consideration Date05/08/2026

Advertised Salarymensurate with qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term9.5 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent100

Work Hours

7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment TypeRegular

Faculty StatusNo

Scope of SearchExternal (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requiresOther

If other, please indicatePassing finger background check

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Head Start is dedicated to providing high-quality,prehensive services that support the growth and development of young children and their families. We value a collaborative and respectful work environment w staff aremitted to professionalism, continuous improvement, and strong relationships with children and families. Employees are expected tomunicate openly, demonstrate reliability and accountability, and contribute positively to a team-oriented culture. A focus on child-centered practices, family engagement, and adnce to program standards is essential, along with creating a weing environment for all.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD ismitted to fostering a dynamic and weing 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 ismitted to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Information

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.Comprehend, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Analyzing, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing

If other protection is used please identify

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this positionRepetitive Motion, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting light, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Squatting, Walking

Describe any of the conditions selected

To supervise children ages 3-5 in indoor and outdoor environments.

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.Biohazard, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, s, humidity), Vaccination rmended due to potential occupational exposure, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.Classroom Environment, Outdoors Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Majority of time in classroom environment. Position does make in-home visits to families.