Special Education Support Professional - 0.625 FTE at John F. Kennedy Elementary

John F Kennedy Elementary; Sioux Falls (SD); Sur place; USD 18 000 - 19 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

John F Kennedy Elementary in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Special Education Support Professional for a 0.625 FTE role. The position supports students with special needs, including personal care and 1:1 instruction, in a collaborative environment with teachers.

Starting pay is $18.42 per hour. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:45/9:00 AM to 2:00/2:15 PM, 25 hours per week for 9 months. Application deadline is posted until filled.

Qualifications

• Two years of post high school education or higher, or pass a state-approved test for Education Assistant positions.
• At least one year of work experience with interpersonal interaction skills and supporting students with social, emotional, and behavior needs.
• Requires constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, hearing, frequent bending, lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with behavior management.

Responsabilités

• Escorts students to transportation and other areas of the building.
• Provides personal care to students with daily living needs (toileting, feeding, physical management) as needed.
• Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives for students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Prepares instructional materials as directed by teachers.
• Maintains student records and data for progress notes.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Post-high school education

Description du poste

Special Education Support Professional - 0.625 FTE at John F. Kennedy Elementary

Sioux Falls School District John F Kennedy Elementary - Sioux Falls, South Dakota Open in Google Maps

Special Education Support Professional - 0.625 FTE at John F. Kennedy Elementary

Sioux Falls School District John F Kennedy Elementary - Sioux Falls, South Dakota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Sioux Falls School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5948399

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

We wantYOUhere!

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Join the dedicated team at John F. Kennedy Elementary, where student achievement and well-b eing are at the center of all we do. Our collaborative approach brings together staff, students, and families to create a positive, supportive, and effective l earning environment. At JFK, we believe in helping every student grow academically and emotionally to reach their fullest potential. If you're committed t o making a difference, we’d love to have you join our school community!

Learn more about JFK at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jkes

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:

At least one year of work experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills and knowledge of strategies to support students with social, emotional, and behavior needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requiresconstant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, hearing, frequent bending over, crouching, reaching, removing, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, threading, turning and walking. Frequent carrying, grasping, holding, lifting, opening, pulling, unfolding and unlocking are also required. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Experience with behavior management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

• Escorts students to transportation and other areas of the building.
• As needed provides personal care to students with special daily living needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, physical management).
• 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 on community outings.
• Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher.
• Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives.
• Provides clerical assistance to maintaining student records (charting, assignments, attendance, data for progress notes).
• Assists with the supervision of students during recess, lunchroom, and on the playground.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
• Reinforces instructional and behavioral objectives for children.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

View the complete job description here: Special Education Support Professional

PAY INFORMATION

Starting at $18.42 per hour

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

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

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday,

8:45 am to 2:15 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break OR 9:00am to 2:00pm

0.625 FTE, 25 hours per week,9 months

CALENDAR 2026-2027 Elementary School Education Support Professional with Benefits

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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