We want YOU here! $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! Join the team at R.F. Pettigrew Elementary, where we partner with families and the community to help every child reach their full potential. We are committed to fostering academic success, social growth, and a strong foundation for lifelong learning in an ever-changing world. If you're passionate about making a difference and shaping the future, we'd love to have you on our team! Learn more about Pettigrew Elementary at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/rfpes

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

Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience with behavior management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands of this job include general activity such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing and pulling throughout the school day. The position requires carrying and lifting of body weight and/or objects/equipment as well as pushing/pulling forces of individuals in wheelchairs and adaptive devices from1 to 40 pounds continuously, 40-60 pounds frequently and from 60 to 99 pounds occasionally. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, if new hires (including transfers).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate and pass safety competency review on a yearly basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

Assists students in accessing transportation. Provides personal care to students with special daily living needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, physical management) in accordance with established safety competencies. 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 in community sites. Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher. Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives with children as directed by the teacher/therapist. Provides assistance to maintaining student records (charting, assignments, attendance, data for progress notes). Monitors identified student(s) in lunchroom/on playground. Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families. Assists with management of student behavior. Performs other duties as assigned. View the complete job description here: RISE Education Support Professional

PAY INFORMATION

Level G, Starting at $18.42 + $2

• = $20.42 per hour

• This position earns the Education Support Professional differential pay. Each position that qualifies for the Education Support Professional differential pay earns an additional $2 per hour.

Pay Day:

Last working day of each month, based on the payroll cutoff schedule . View the payroll cutoff schedule here: 2026-2027 Payroll Cutoff Schedule

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch 0.7 FTE, 28 hours per week, 9 months

CALENDAR 2026-2027

Early Childhood 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

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