Special Education Educational Assistant

Westcentral49 7; South Dakota; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Westcentral49 7 is seeking a Special Education Educational Assistant in South Dakota. This position involves assisting special education students, collaborating with education staff, and providing supervision. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant post-secondary education. Experience with children is preferred, along with strong organizational and computer skills. A valid Driver's License and adherence to district policies are also required.

Qualifications

• Required education includes High School Diploma or GED and additional schooling or degrees.
• Some experience working with children is desired.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and ability to keep student information confidential.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in the special education program.
• Collaborate with Special Education staff on education plans.
• Supervise students and support their personal hygiene as needed.

Skills

Working with children

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 credit hours of post-secondary schooling

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)

Special Education Educational Assistant

Job Description

JOB TITLE:

Special Education Educational Assistant

EMPLOYEE CATEGORY: Classified

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK TERM: 9 month school calendar

REPORTS TO: Special Services Director and Building Principals

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED required, AND 48 credit hours of post-secondary schooling, OR Obtained an associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree or higher, OR Passing test results from the State of South Dakota ParaPro Praxis exam.

Experience Desired: Some experience working with children.

Physical: Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, walking, and standing. Frequent bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, stooping, turning, and crouching and repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs intermittently. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Other: Ability to work cooperatively and congenially with others, to follow written and verbal directions. Good organizational skills preferred. Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, email, and internet. Valid, current Driver’s License. Ability to keep student information confidential. Must have ability to establish good rapport with administrators, staff, students and the public. Adhere to District’s Policies and Procedures.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Assist in providing instruction to students in the special education program.
• Supervision of students as directed by the Special Services Director and Building Principals.
• Collaborate/consult with Special Education staff about student’s individual education plan needs.
• Modify/adapt materials and instructional methods as needed and appropriate.
• Keeps records of student performance as directed.
• Provide instruction support to students.
• Assist students with physical limitations.
• Assist as needed with student personal hygiene.
• Supervise students on a one on one basis or in a group basis setting.
• Assist professional staff in carrying out individual behavior plans.
• Transports students as required by the district.
• Strives to help promote safety, health, and comfort of all students within the school district.
• Promotes a positive image of the West Central School District.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

A post-offer criminal background check is required.

Evaluations

This job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as outlined in District policy and/or procedure.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. These may be changed, added or deleted at any time with or without notice. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside the scope of their normal responsibilities if needed. The West Central School District reserves the right to revise this description at any time.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

West Central School District
PO Box 730
Hartford, SD 57033
605-528-3217