Special Education Support Professional - 0.75 FTE - Marcella LeBeau

Young World Physical Education; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Marcella LeBeau Elementary School in Sioux Falls, SD, is hiring a Special Education Support Professional for 0.75 FTE. You will support students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs under the guidance of a teacher, provide 1:1 and small group instruction, and assist with classroom duties.

Starting pay is $18.42 per hour, with a 30-hour workweek schedule and benefits for positions 20+ hours. Join a collaborative team dedicated to student success at Marcella LeBeau Elementary School.

Qualifications

• Two years of post high school education or higher, or pass SD-approved test for Education Assistant positions.
• At least one year of experience with interpersonal interaction and supporting students with social, emotional, and behavior needs.

Responsibilities

• Escort students to transportation and other areas of the building.
• Provide personal care to students with special daily living needs as needed.
• Reinforce instructional/behavioral objectives in 1:1 and small groups.
• Prepare instructional materials as directed by teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and families.
• Supervise students during recess, lunch, and on the playground.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behavior support

Education

Two years of post-secondary education

Job description

Special Education Support Professional - 0.75 FTE - Marcella LeBeau

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This job is also posted in Sioux Falls School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5875893

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

We wantYOUhere!

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

At Marcella LeBeau Elementary School, we believe every student deserves to feel seen, supported, and inspired to learn. Our staff is committed to creating a welcoming environment where strong relationships, high expectations, and a love of learning help students thrive each day.

As a growing school community, Marcella LeBeau Elementary offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact while working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to student success. If you are passionate about supporting children, building meaningful connections, and helping shape the future of a vibrant school community, we would love to have you join our team. .

Learn moreabout what it means to be a MLB Bear at: https://www.mles.sf.k12.sd.us/o/mle

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

0.75 FTE,30 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

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

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$18.42 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

• Patrick Purdy , Principal
• Marcella LeBeau Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]