2026-27 Special Education Aides (open until filled)

Young World Physical Education; Harrisburg (SD); On-site; USD 22,775,860 - 32,438,347; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Harrisburg, South Dakota is hiring Special Education Aides for the 2026-27 school year. This full-time position offers an immediate starting date and involves assisting students with special needs under the guidance of teachers. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and effective communication skills. The role includes preparing instructional materials, supervising students, and maintaining student records.

Salary is set at $20.40 per hour, and the position is essential for fostering a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers.
• Proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, and internet research.
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality in student records.

Responsibilities

• Prepares instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Assists students with special daily needs in the classroom.
• Reinforces instructional and behavioral objectives with students.
• Supervises students in various school settings.
• Transports students to and from learning environments.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Computer proficiency in word processing

Ability to maintain student confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

2026-27 Special Education Aides (open until filled)

Job ID: 5788454

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS :

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: None. One year in similar position preferred.

Physical Requirements: Constant hand-eye/mind-eye coordination. Frequent walking, speaking, writing, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, sitting, and turning. Some lifting up to 30 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Other Requirements: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, email, and internet. Valid, current Driver’s License. Ability to keep student information confidential.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES :

• Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher.
• Provides assistance to students with special daily needs (toileting, feeding, physical management).
• Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives.
• Provides review and practice of skills taught by a teacher with students one to one and in small groups in special education classroom and/or general education classroom.
• Meets with teachers, counselors, and administrators regarding academic concerns of students.
• Provides assistance to maintaining student records.
• Supervises students in the absence of teacher.
• Escorts students to various areas of the building.
• Monitors students during recess, lunchroom, study halls, and in hallways.
• Participates in cross walk duty rotation before and after school hours at elementary schools.
• Transports students to and from home or respective learning environments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

TERM: School Term

REPORTS TO: Special Education Director

Assistant Special Education Directors

Special Education Teachers

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.40 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Stephanie Grey, Special Education Director
• Heritage - Special Education Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]