Early Childhood RISE Education Support Professional - 0.70 FTE at R.F Pettigrew Elementary

Early Childhood RISE Education Support Professional - 0.70 FTE at R.F Pettigrew Elementary Sioux Falls School District R F Pettigrew Elementary - Sioux Falls, South Dakota This job is also posted in Sioux Falls School District Job Details

Job ID:

5749880

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jun 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 13, 2026 Job Description We want YOU here! This position is for the 2026-2027 school year. $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! Our school's priority is to help each of our students reach their learning potential and be successful socially in our ever-changing world. We are invested in the education of our children and love to establish connections with our surrounding community to further enrich the opportunities we provide. Learn more about our Panther pride: 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 0.70 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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Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$20.42 Per Hour