Preschool Leader - Learning Adventures Preschool Opportunity Program (LAPOP) - 0.8 FTE at John Harris Elementary

Job Description

We want YOU here!

Join the team at John Harris Elementary, where excellence, collaboration, and a passion for learning create exceptional opportunities for students. With strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the community, we are committed to preparing each student for success in a changing world. If you believe in the power of education to inspire and make a difference, we'd love to have you on our team!

Learn more about John Harris Elementary at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jhes

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION LEVEL:

Successful completion of 2-year Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education Program

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

Successful student teaching.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, hearing; intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing. The ability to provide physical management to students with behavior or self-care needs is required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skills in human relations, leadership, and conflict management. Demonstrated competency in word processing, spreadsheets and data bases.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Leads assigned classes in accordance with District approved programs of study.
2. Abides by School Board policies and rules, and handbooks.
3. Maintains student records in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
4. Participates in parent conferences and communicates with parents on a routine basis keeping them well-informed about their child's school progress.
5. Utilizes effective teaching techniques and practices.
6. Establishes student success as a primary teaching goal and provides opportunity for all students to experience success.
7. Promotes developmental growth and achievement for all students.
8. Monitors and encourages student classroom effort as a means for academic progress.
9. Establishes classroom management system that promotes the most efficient use of learning time.
10. Establishes a learning climate that promotes the orderly behavior of all students while maintaining the dignity and positive self-concept of each student.
11. Provides for the well-being, health and safety of all students.
12. Participates in staff development opportunities, as provided.
13. Maintains the confidentiality of students and their families.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

View the complete job description here: Preschool Leader

PAY INFORMATION

Starting at $28.64 per hour

Please note, this is based on the 2025-2026 salary schedule. 2026-2027 salary schedule coming soon!

Pay Day: Last working day of each month, based on the payroll cutoff schedule.

View the payroll cutoff schedule here: 2025-2026 Payroll Cutoff Schedule

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break

0.8 FTE, 32 hours per week, 9 months

CALENDAR
2025-2026 Learning Adventury Preschool Opportunity Program (LAPOP) Leader Calendar - 2026-2027 calendar coming soon!

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number

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