Careers

A variety of employment opportunities are available through Northeast South Dakota Head Start, including positions as food service workers, administrative staff, teachers and family services. NESD Head Start is an equal opportunity employer.

Full-Time Job Openings

for the 2023-2024 School Year

We have a number of Unit Staff positions open at centers across the region. Please review the job descriptions and consider applying.

Teacher

Mobridge Center

Bus Driver

Sisseton Center

Substitute

All Centers

Bus Driver

Huron Center

Download our application and email it to nesdheadstart@nesdhs.org or mail it to NESD Head Start, Attn: Employment Application, 200 S Harrison St #1, Aberdeen, SD 57401.

Early Childhood Professional Development

If you have a passion for young children, take a look at the opportunities in South Dakota to expand your knowledge and earn a degree.

Comprehensive Benefits
Available for Full-Time Positions

Unit Staff Benefits

  • Sick Leave – 64 hours (15 minute increments)
  • Personal Leave – 16 hours (useable after 65 working day probationary period)
  • Avera Health Plan – Paid by employer 100% (single plan only, family optional)
  • Vision Insurance (VSP)
  • $75,000 Life Insurance Policy (optional up to $300,000)
  • Disability Insurance (Long Term)
  • Holiday Pay
  • Option to be paid as earned (Hourly) or through the summer (Salary) – Payroll is every other Friday
  • 401-K Retirement Plan – 6% Match – Contingent upon funding (after one year of employment)
  • Employee Assistance Program (Mental Health Assistance)

Administrative/Coordinator Benefits

  • Sick Leave – Accrues at 4 hours/pay period (240 max)
  • Personal Leave – Accrues at 5 hours/pay period (120 max)
  • Avera Health Plan – Paid by employer 100% (single plan only, family optional)
  • $75,000 Life Insurance Policy (optional up to $300,000)
  • Disability Insurance (Long Term)
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401-K Retirement Plan – 6% Match – Contingent upon funding (after one year of employment)
  • Employee Assistance Program (Mental Health Assistance)
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