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South Dakota Teacher Certification Exams
Prospective teachers in South Dakota can use the Praxis exam(s) to receive their teacher certification. Below is a list of Praxis exams 240 can help you pass in South Dakota:
Tests Required for all Licensure Areas
- Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT): Early Childhood (5621)
- Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT): Grades K–6 (5622)
- Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT): Grades 5–9 (5623)
- Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT): Grades 7–12 (5624)
- Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT): PreK–12 (5625)
Special Education Exams
- Praxis Special Education: Core Knowledge and Applications (5354)
- Praxis Special Education: Foundational Knowledge (5355)
K-12 Exams
Elementary & Middle Education Exams
- Praxis Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects (5001; subtests 5002, 5003, 5004, 5005)
- Praxis Elementary Education Content Knowledge for Teaching (7811)
- Praxis Middle School English Language Arts (5047)
- Praxis Middle School Science (5442)
- Praxis Middle School Mathematics (5164)
- Praxis Middle School Social Studies (5089)
Early Childhood Exams
Secondary Education Exams
South Dakota Teacher Certification Requirements
Looking to become a teacher in South Dakota? Whether you’re just investigating the possibility or you’re already committed to the path, here is a quick-start guide on the requirements to achieve your goal.
Meet Education Requirements
- Individuals traditionally need at least a bachelor’s degree in education to become a teacher in South Dakota- see below for more information.
- South Dakota also requires teachers to complete an approved South Dakota American Indian studies course.
Student Teaching Requirements
- Each student must complete at least 10 weeks of supervised student teaching, with most of the time spent in their primary subject and grade level.
- Students who complete at least 15 weeks of student teaching may complete preparation for two subject areas or grade levels.
Pass Required Exams
- The initial educator pathway requires a passing score on the Praxis pedagogy exam or Praxis NOTE. This test covers the principles of teaching and learning.
- Praxis content area exams may also be required depending on the intended subject and grade level.
Apply for Certification
- Once you have determined which pathway you want to take and have completed all of the requirements, go to the South Dakota Department of Education portal to create an account and log in.
- You must upload documents to prove you have met the certification requirements.
Apply for Teaching Jobs
- Once you have your teacher certification you can now start applying for jobs.
- You can use job boards and search engines like Google to find open teacher positions in your area.
Alternative Routes to South Dakota Teacher Certification
While the traditional path of getting a Bachelor’s degree in Education remains the standard and most popular one, there are actually SIX ways to become a teacher in South Dakota:
- Initial Educator Pathway: This pathway requires the completion of a South Dakota education preparation program. Prospective teachers must also take a South Dakota American Indian studies course and pass the Praxis pedagogy exam or Praxis NOTE.
- Out-of-State Based on Program Completion: This pathway requires completion of an educator preparation program in a state other than South Dakota. People who do not hold a valid educator certificate in that state must also complete an approved South Dakota American Indian studies course.
- Out-of-State Based on Certification: To qualify for this pathway, people need a valid educator certificate or license from another state. They also need three years of teaching experience within the past five years and must get verification from the issuing state.
- Out-of-Country Pathway: Applicants who are in the United States legally, hold a valid educator license from another country, and have received a transcript evaluation can apply through this pathway.
- Alternative Pathway: The alternative pathway provides a path to certification for those who have not completed an educator preparation program. Aspiring teachers need a bachelor’s degree or higher if they are applying to be a regular teacher. Career and technical education teachers need either an associate of applied science, 4,000 hours of work experience, national certification, or transcript evaluation.
- Educator Permit Pathway: The educator permit pathway caters to people who do not want to become a regular teacher. This includes American Sign Language instructors, athletic coaches, braille educators, and driver’s education instructors. Other examples include eminent scholars (Lakota, Dakota, Nakota language and culture), expert lecturers, and school business officials.
How Do I Maintain Teaching Certification in South Dakota?
Standard teaching certificates remain valid for 5 years. All South Dakota teaching certificates expire on July 1 of the year in which they expire.
How to Register For the Exams?
You can follow the following steps to register for your teacher certification exams:
- Identify Your Exams: Determine the specific teacher certification exams you need to take. If you are a part of a certification program you should talk to your program advisor to determine which exams you need to take.
- Create an Account: Visit the official testing service website and create an account.
- Select Exam and Date: Login, choose your exam, and select a convenient test date and location.
- Complete Registration: Follow instructions, provide necessary information, and pay exam fees online.
How To Study for Your Teacher Certification Exam(s)
To become a certified teacher you must pass your required exam(s). Luckily, we offer a wide variety of study guides to help you pass your exams and get closer to getting that teacher certificate. Our study guides offer practice questions, video lessons, quizzes and full length practice tests to ensure you are ready come test day! Our curriculum team studies all of the standards and competencies for the exams and cross-references them with the current and previous questions released by the official testing company. We then work with content and teaching experts to distill down what test-takers need to know. No matter where you are in the study guide, you can always see how the concept you are learning is aligned to the test standards.
Best Education Schools in South Dakota
- Northern State University
- Augustana University
- University of South Dakota
- Mount Marty University
- Dakota Wesleyan University
- University of Sioux Falls
- Dakota State University
- Black Hills State University
South Dakota Teacher Salary Information
The average Public School Teacher salary in South Dakota is $52,094 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $43,493 and $63,551
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South Dakota Teacher Certification FAQs
What is required to become a teacher in South Dakota?
The minimum education requirements for teacher certification will vary depending on the subject area of interest, grade level and endorsement you seek. However, the South Dakota Department of Education requires at least a bachelor’s degree, and, in some instances, a degree specific to education.
What does it take to be a substitute teacher in South Dakota?
The South Dakota Department of Education does not issue permits for substitute teachers. Hiring of substitute teachers is handled by each school district in the state. The only requirement statewide is that you are 18 years of age and pass a criminal history background check.
Does South Dakota have a teacher shortage?
Yes. Around 300 teaching positions sat vacant around the state as of February 2024, according to the Associated School Boards of South Dakota. It’s a shortage Secretary of Education Joseph Graves has never seen in his decades as a teacher and administrator.
Can you teach in North Dakota without a teaching degree?
No. Candidates for a North Dakota teaching license must earn a bachelor’s degree from a state-accredited institution.
Where does South Dakota rank in teacher pay?
South Dakota fell to 49th in the nation in teacher pay, according to the latest data from the National Education Association
