RISE Education Assistant - 0.875 FTE at Roosevelt High School

Sioux Falls School District; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Education Assistant to join their team at Roosevelt High School. This role involves providing essential support to students with special needs, ensuring they can access transportation, receive personal care, and thrive in their learning environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with disabilities and a passion for fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. This position offers a competitive hourly wage, benefits for qualifying positions, and an opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives. Join a community committed to excellence and equity in education!

Benefits

Health benefits for 20+ hours

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must pass a standardized test approved by the state of South Dakota.
• Demonstrate and pass safety competency review yearly.

Responsibilities

• Assists students in accessing transportation.
• Provides personal care to students with special needs.
• Monitors identified students in lunchroom/playground.

Skills

Experience with individuals with disabilities

Behavior management

Personal care assistance

Education

Two years of post high school education

Job description

We want YOU here!

Join the team at Roosevelt High School, where we are committed to fostering excellence, equity, and lifelong learning for every student. At RHS, we believe in building strong relationships, providing academic choices, and creating an engaging environment where students can reach their full potential. If you're passionate about education and inspiring the next generation, we'd love to have you on our team!

Learn more about Roosevelt High School at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/rhs

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION LEVEL:

Two years of post high school education or higher, or be able to pass a standardized test approved by the state of South Dakota, for designated Education Assistant positions.

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience with behavior management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands of this job include general activity such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing and pulling throughout the school day. The position requires carrying and lifting of body weight and/or objects/equipment as well as pushing/pulling forces of individuals in wheelchairs and adaptive devices from1 to 40 pounds continuously, 40-60 pounds frequently and from 60 to 99 pounds occasionally. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, if new hires (including transfers).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must demonstrate and pass safety competency review on a yearly basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Assists students in accessing transportation.
2. Provides personal care to students with special daily living needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, physical management) in accordance with established safety competencies.
3. Provides review and practice of skills taught by a teacher with students 1:1 and in small groups in special education classroom and/or regular classroom.
4. Works with students in schools and in community sites.
5. Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher.
6. Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives with children as directed by the teacher/therapist.
7. Provides assistance to maintaining student records (charting, assignments, attendance, data for progress notes).
8. Monitors identified student(s) in lunchroom/on playground.
9. Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
10. Assists with management of student behavior.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

View the complete job description here: RISE Education Assistant

PAY INFORMATION

Level G*, starting at $19.85/hour

Pay Day: Last working day of each month.

Please note, this is based on the 2024-25 salary schedule. 2025-26 salary schedule coming soon!

*This position earns the Education Assistant differential pay. Each position that qualifies for the Education Assistant differential pay earns an additional $2 per hour.

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break

0.875 FTE, 35 hours per week, 9 months

CALENDAR
2024-2025 Education Assistant with Benefits - High School - 2025-26 calendar coming soon!

Estimated Start: August 2025

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
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