Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at Lowell Elementary

Lowell Elementary; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Lowell Elementary in Sioux Falls, SD invites applicants for a Special Education Support Professional (0.875 FTE). The role starts with a 9-month schedule, 7:30 am–3:00 pm, Monday–Friday, at 0.875 FTE and a starting wage of $18.42 per hour.

A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered, and duties include supporting students with special education needs under teacher supervision. The candidate should have at least two years of post-high-school education or pass a state test, with at least one year of related

Qualifications

• Two years of post high school education or pass SD standardized test.
• At least one year of work experience with interpersonal interaction and supporting students with social, emotional, and behavior needs.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; strong physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Escort students to transportation and common areas.
• Provide personal care as needed for students with daily living needs.
• Assist with 1:1 and small-group instruction reinforcing lessons and behavioral goals.
• Prepare instructional materials and maintain student records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behavior management

Student support

Education

Two years post high school

Job description

Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at Lowell Elementary

Sioux Falls School District Lowell Elementary - Sioux Falls, South Dakota Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5960158
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

We wantYOUhere!

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

At Lowell Elementary, we celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and embrace the diversity that makes our community special. We foster a caring, respectful, and creative environment where every student’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth is nurtured. Here, we believe that all individuals have the potential to achieve beyond what they ever thought possible – and we’re looking for passionate team members who are ready to help make that happen!

Learn more about Lowell Elementary at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/leb

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

0.875 FTE, 35 hours per week,9 months

CALENDAR2026-2027 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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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

• Emily Tomkins , Dean of Students
• Lowell Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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