RISE Special Education Support Professional - 0.5 FTE at Ben Reifel Middle School

Sioux Falls School District; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sioux Falls School District’s Ben Reifel Middle School in Sioux Falls, SD, is hiring a part-time RISE Special Education Support Professional (0.5 FTE) to assist students with disabilities, provide personal care, and support instructional goals.

Two years post-high school education or a state-approved test is required; experience with disabilities or behavior management is preferred. Hours are 12:00pm–4:00pm, Monday–Friday, for 20 hours per week over 9 months.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists students in accessing transportation.
• Provides personal care to students with special daily living needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, physical management).
• Provides review and practice of skills taught by teacher with students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Works with students in schools and in community sites.
• Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher.
• Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives with children as directed by the teacher/therapist.
• Maintains student records and data for progress notes.
• Monitors identified students in lunchroom/on playground.

Skills

Disability experience

Behavior management

Student support

Communication

Education

Two years post high school

Job description

RISE Special Education Support Professional - 0.5 FTE at Ben Reifel Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5912846

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

We wantYOUhere!

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Join the Ben Reifel Middle School family, where we foster a supportive and inclusive environment built on unity, excellence, empathy, and integrity. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally while embracing the BISON WAY. If you're passionate about making a difference and being part of a strong, connected community, we’d love to have you join us!

Learn more about Ben Reifel Middle School at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/br

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

• Assists students in accessing transportation.
• Provides personal care to students with special daily living needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, physical management) in accordance with established safety competencies.
• 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.
• Works with students in schools and in community sites.
• Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher.
• Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives with children as directed by the teacher/therapist.
• Provides assistance to maintaining student records (charting, assignments, attendance, data for progress notes).
• Monitors identified student(s) in lunchroom/on playground.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
• Assists with management of student behavior.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

View the complete job description here: RISE Education Support Professional

PAY INFORMATION

Level G, Starting at $18.42 + $2* = $20.42 per hour + $1,000 sign-on bonus

*Thisposition earns the Education Support Professional differential pay. Each position that qualifies for the Education Support Professional differential pay earns an additional $2 per hour.

PayDay: Last working day of each month,based on the payroll cutoff schedule.

View the payroll cutoff schedule here:2026-2027 Payroll Cutoff Schedule

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday,12:00pm to 4:00pm

0.5 FTE, 20 hours per week,9 months

CALENDAR 2026-2027 Education Support Professional With Benefits Middle School

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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Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $20.42 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Individual Aide
• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rebecca VanDrongelen , Assistant Principal
• Ben Reifel Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]