University of South Dakota

Be Part of the Future of the Lakota Language 

• Jobs available every year in many schools across South Dakota
• Department of Education provides financial support to qualified students
• For students who already have or are seeking a bachelor's degree, and want to teach Lakota

LLEAP Training Options at USD (see note):

• Option 1: A Bachelor's of Liberal Studies in Teaching Lakota Language, leading to full teaching certification
• Option 2: A Teaching Minor in Lakota Language, which can be added to a teaching major and full certification in another subject.
• Option 3: A K-12 Lakota Languages Education Endorsement for teaching Lakota Language only as per South Dakota statute ARSD 24:15:06:29.

Note:  Currently under review by the South Dakota Board of Regents and Department of Education.