Special Education Support Professional - 0.8125 FTE at Cleveland Elementary

Sioux Falls School District

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 20,593 - 29,330

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A school district in South Dakota is seeking an Educational Assistant for the 2026-27 school year. This role involves supporting students with academic and behavioral needs in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates should have two years of post-high school education, experience in behavior management, and interpersonal skills. The position offers a starting pay of $18.12 per hour, working Monday to Friday from 7:45 am to 2:45 pm, totaling approximately 32.5 hours per week for 9 months.

Qualifications

Two years of post high school education or higher, or a standardized test approved by the state of South Dakota.
At least one year of work experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills.
Experience with behavior management.

Responsibilities

Escorts students to transportation and other areas.
Provides personal care to students with special needs.
Works with students in schools and community outings.
Assists with maintaining student records.

Skills

Interpersonal interaction skills

Knowledge of strategies for supporting students

Behavior management experience

Education

Two years of post high school education or higher

Job description

We want YOU here!

This position is for the 2026-27 school year.

At Cleveland Elementary, we believe in the power of connection, community, and character. As part of our team, you'll join a supportive and collaborative environment where students are recognized for ROARing behavior-Respect, Ownership, Achieving Goals, and being a Role Model. These values are woven into our daily routines as we help students learn from their mistakes, make positive choices, and grow into responsible citizens. If you're passionate about guiding students both academically and socially, and believe in the impact of shaping young learners through meaningful relationships and high expectations, Cleveland is the place for you.

Learn more about Cleveland Elementary at: https://www.ces.sf.k12.sd.us/o/ces

REQUIREMENTS

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.
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.
Experience with behavior management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires constant 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.

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.