We currently have Elementary Teaching positions still open for this current school year, and we have positions posted for the 2026-27 school year.
The Rapid City Area School District (RCAS) is seeking truly extraordinary educators to join our outstanding system of faculty and staff. Successful candidates for our teaching positions will display technical excellence in instructional techniques, a love for collaboration and continuous learning, and create a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth for our students. Qualified candidates will also establish an effective rapport with students to motivate to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further participation in the total school program, in accordance with each student's ability and to meet the South Dakota standards. A goal of the Rapid City Area Schools is to create a culture of inquiry where professional learning is expected, sought after, and is an ongoing part of teaching and learning.
This position has been designated as High Needs/Difficult to fill, so it is bonus eligible. Please see the bonus structure below:
First Year of Employment = $1,500 Bonus
Second Year of Employment = $1,500 Bonus
Third Year of Employment = $1,500 Bonus
About the company
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RCAS serves more than 12,000 students across 22 schools, supported by a dedicated team of over 1,600 educators and staff members who bring passion, experience, and heart to their work every day. We are proud to be one of the largest school districts in South Dakota - yet we remain deeply connected to each individual student and family we serve.
Robust in talented educators, administrators, and support staff; our district prides itself in providing the highest quality education to each student. We promote student centered interactive instruction through quality staff development offerings from building-based opportunity to innovative graduate courses. We are proud of the work we do and believe there is no job too small to make a big difference.