Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at Laura Wilder Elementary
Laura Wilder Elementary
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Laura Wilder Elementary in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Special Education Support Professional at 0.875 FTE. The role supports students with social, emotional, and behavior needs, escorts students to activities, and assists with 1:1 and small group instruction under a teacher’s guidance.
The position requires two years of post-high school education or passing a state-approved test, at least one year of interpersonal experience, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm with a 30
Qualifications
- Two years of post high school education or higher, or be able to pass a standardized test approved by the state of South Dakota.
- Experience with supporting students with social, emotional, and behavior needs is preferred.
- Ability to work under guidance of a teacher and collaborate with staff will be essential.
Responsibilities
- Escorts students to transportation and other areas of the building.
- Provides personal care to students with special daily living needs as needed.
- Supports 1:1 and small-group instruction under teacher direction.
- Assists with classroom activities and community outings.
- Prepares instructional materials as directed by a teacher.
- Maintains student records and contributes to progress notes.
Skills
Education
Job description
Sioux Falls School District Laura Wilder Elementary - Sioux Falls, South Dakota Open in Google Maps
We wantYOUhere!
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!
At Laura Wilder Elementary, we believe that strong partnerships between home and school are key to student success. Our team is committed to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment where every child can achieve their highest potential. We value collaboration, meaningful relationships, and a shared commitment to helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. If you are passionate about working alongside families and fellow educators to make a lasting impact, Laura Wilder is the place for you!
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.
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.
Experience with behavior management.
- 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.
- 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.
- Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Pay Day: Last working day of each month, based on thepayroll cutoff schedule.
Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch
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
SpecialEducation Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at Laura Wilder Elementary Sioux Falls School District Laura Wilder Elementary - Sioux Falls, South Dakota Open in Google Maps
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Starting Date: To Be Determined
We wantYOUhere!
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!
At Laura Wilder Elementary, we believe that strong partnerships between home and school are key to student success. Our team is committed to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment where every child can achieve their highest potential. We value collaboration, meaningful relationships, and a shared commitment to helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. If you are passionate about working alongside families and fellow educators to make a lasting impact, Laura Wilder is the place for you!
Learn more aboutLaura Wilder Elementary at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/lwes
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..
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.
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.
Experience with behavior management.
- 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
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
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
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Matthew Semmler , Principal
- Laura Wilder Elementary
- Phone: (605) 367-4570
- Email: matthew.semmler@k12.sd.us
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