Position Title:

May 3, 2025

Job Description

Teacher (Special Education)

Agency: U.S. Department of the Interior – Bureau of Indian Education
Location: Pine Ridge School, Pine Ridge, South Dakota
Employment Type: Full-Time, Seasonal
Telework: Not eligible
Application Deadline: May 6, 2025
Who May Apply:

  • U.S. Citizens
  • Individuals eligible for Indian Preference
  • Native Americans/Alaska Natives with tribal affiliation

Position Summary:

As a Special Education Teacher at Pine Ridge School, you will play a key role in delivering individualized and inclusive instruction to students with special needs. You will create lesson plans, assess student progress, maintain a safe and supportive learning environment, and adapt instruction to meet a diverse range of learning abilities in an elementary or secondary classroom setting.

Key Duties:

  • Develop yearly instructional plans and daily lesson outlines based on curriculum goals.
  • Teach and adapt instructional methods and materials to support student learning.
  • Evaluate student progress using a variety of assessments.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom climate that promotes self-esteem, discipline, and social development.
  • Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety.
  • Supervise students throughout the academic day.

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Must pass a background check (Public Trust clearance)
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
  • Valid state-issued teaching certificate in Special Education (provisional certificates accepted if aligned with state licensure rules)
  • Valid driver’s license

Pay Levels Based on Education:

  • Pay Level 11: Bachelor’s degree
  • Pay Level 12–13: Bachelor’s + 15–30 graduate semester hours
  • Pay Level 14–16: Master’s degree + graduate coursework
  • Pay Level 17: Doctorate

Applicants must also meet state certification standards for South Dakota or agree to obtain certification within two academic years under a provisional contract.

Evaluation Criteria:

Applicants will be assessed based on:

  • Classroom Instruction and Pedagogical Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Classroom and Behavior Management
  • Use of Standards-Based Assessment

Required Documents:

To be considered, your application must include:

  • Resume (with detailed job history and education)
  • Official or unofficial transcripts
  • Valid state teaching certificate/licensure
  • Completed online questionnaire

Additional Documents (if applicable):

  • BIA Form 4432 for Indian Preference
  • SF-50 (for current/former federal employees)
  • DD-214 (for veterans)

Additional Information:

  • This position is ineligible for telework and government housing.
  • No relocation, recruitment incentives, or student loan repayment available.
  • Union position (Federation of Indian Service Employees, AFT Local 4521)
  • May require occasional overtime and operation of a government vehicle.

How to Apply:

Apply online via USAJOBS by 11:59 PM EST on May 6, 2025.

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