RISE Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at Memorial Middle School

Memorial Middle School

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 20,934 - 29,816

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for positions over 20 hours per week

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is hiring a RISE/Special Education Support Professional for the 2026-2027 school year. This position focuses on assisting students with special needs, maintaining a supportive school environment, and collaborating with teachers and staff.

The ideal candidate will have relevant education and experience, earn up to $20.42 per hour, and work 35 hours weekly during the school year.

Qualifications

Ability to pass a standardized test approved by the state of South Dakota.
Experience in personal care and support for students.
Ability to demonstrate safety competency annually.

Responsibilities

Assist students in accessing transportation.
Provide personal care to students with special needs.
Reinforce instructional and behavioral objectives.

Skills

Experience with individuals with disabilities

Behavior management experience

Physical activity capability

Education

Two years of post high school education or equivalent

Job description

RISE/Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at Memorial Middle School

Memorial Middle School, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Job Details

Starting Date: Aug 13, 2026

Job Description

We want YOU here!

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year.

At Memorial Middle School, our CARE Core Values — Community, Act Responsibly, Respect, and Excellence — are at the heart of everything we do. As Memorial Mustangs, we are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive school culture where students and staff work together, celebrate individuality, and encourage one another to grow and succeed.

We believe in building strong relationships, leading with integrity, and striving for excellence through the “power of yet.” Memorial Middle School is looking for caring and collaborative individuals who are passionate about supporting students, fostering a positive school environment, and making a meaningful impact each day.

Requirements

Education Level

Two years of post high school education or higher, or ability 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 from 1 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.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required.

Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number.

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.
Assists 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 behaviour.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Information

RISE Special Education Support Professional (0.4375 FTE) – Level G, Starting at $18.42 + $2* = $20.42 per hour. Each position that qualifies for the Education Support Professional differential pay earns an additional $2 per hour.

Resource Special Education Support Professional (0.4375 FTE) – Level G, Starting at $18.42 per hour.

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

Hours & FTE

Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30‑minute unpaid break – 0.875 FTE, 35 hours per week, 9 months.

*Important Note: 0.4375 FTE will serve as a RISE Special Education Support Professional (earning extra $2 differential pay) and as a Resource Special Education Support Professional.

Benefits Information

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

Job Requirements