Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at John Harris Elementary

John Harris Elementary; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

John Harris Elementary in Sioux Falls, SD, is hiring a Special Education Support Professional for a 0.875 FTE position. The role supports students with special needs, assists with daily living activities, and reinforces instructional goals under a teacher's guidance.

The job includes a 7:30 am–3:00 pm schedule, 9 months, and a $18.42/hour starting wage with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Applicants must have 2 years post-secondary education and/or pass a state-approved test, plus experience with

Qualifications

• Two years of post high school education or higher, or pass a SD-approved test for Education Assistant positions.
• Experience with behavior management and supporting students with social, emotional, and behavior needs.

Responsibilities

• Escorts students to transportation and other areas of the building.
• Provides personal care to students with special daily living needs as needed.
• Provides review and practice of skills taught by a teacher in 1:1 and small groups.
• Works with students in school and on community outings.
• Prepares instructional materials as directed by teacher.
• Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives.
• Maintains student records and data for progress notes.
• Supervises students during recess, lunchroom, and on the playground.

Skills

Interpersonal interaction skills

Behavior management

Education

Two years post-secondary education

Job description

Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at John Harris Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5933280

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

We wantYOUhere!

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Join the team at John Harris Elementary, where excellence, collaboration, and a passion for learning create exceptional opportunities for students. With strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the community, we are committed to preparing each student for success in a changing world. If you believe in the power of education to inspire and make a difference, we’d love to have you on our team!

Learn more about John Harris Elementary at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jhes

View the complete job description here: Special Education Support Professional

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.

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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, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch

0.875 FTE, 35 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.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ryan DeGraff , Principal
• John Harris Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.42 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant