Job Description
Sacred Heart Catholic School in Yankton, South Dakota, is seeking a passionate and early childhood certified Preschool Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as lesson planning, developing age-appropriate, faith-filled learning activities, and creating an interactive social environment that is nurturing and engaging for all preschool students. Effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and families is essential. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced teacher, this role offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of critical thinkers in a collaborative and supportive faith-based school environment.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Promote and support the unique Catholic Mission of Sacred Heart Catholic School by speaking, acting, and providing instruction consistent with the teaching of the Catholic Church
Implement age-appropriate lessons in early literacy, numeracy, motor skills, and social development aligned with school standards and diocesan catechesis.
Use play-based, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Differentiate instruction and provide formative assessments to guide learning.
Maintain a safe, organized classroom, which supports students’ independent learning and collaboration
Observe and evaluate students’ learning performance and development on a regular basis, maintaining accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
Cooperate with administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school and classroom
Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff, by communicating tactfully and confidentially, while treating others with courtesy and dignity
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience with differentiated instruction to serve all students in a classroom
Effective skills in creating positive relationships with students and their families
Strong interpersonal, collaborative and organizational skills
Willingness and ability to act as an outstanding personal witness to the Catholic faith
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (State certification preferred).
- Relevant teaching experience and content expertise
- Strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit (working alongside colleagues and diocesan leadership), and the ability to create a joyful, structured learning environment.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, a copy of your current teacher’s certificate, and contact information for three references. Email Melissa Pavlish, Business Manager at St Martin of Tours Pastorate at business@stmartintours.org. For more information please call 605-664-6214.
WHO WE ARE
Sacred Heart Catholic School in Yankton, South Dakota, is an educational community of faith, guided by Catholic tradition and teachings, where students learn to integrate their thinking and believing in ways that encourage intellectual excellence, nurture relationships, and inspire a life of leadership and service to others, all while forming students to be saints. Sacred Heart School’s 25 staff members are committed to cultivating a deep love for truth, goodness and beauty in all 300 students, preschool through 8th grade.