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RISE Special Education Support Professional - 0.5 FTE at Ben Reifel Middle School
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$34,944 / year median in South Dakota
+13% projected growth
Job Description
RISE Special Education Support Professional - 0.5 FTE at Ben Reifel Middle School Sioux Falls School District - 4.0 Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Part-time $18.42 - $20.42 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Safety protocol adherence Wheelchair mobility assistance Full Job Description We want YOU here! $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! Join the Ben Reifel Middle School family, where we foster a supportive and inclusive environment built on unity, excellence, empathy, and integrity. As part of our team, you'll play a vital role in helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally while embracing the
BISON WAY.
If you're passionate about making a difference and being part of a strong, connected community, we'd love to have you join us! Learn more about Ben Reifel Middle School at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/br
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 + $1,000 sign-on bonus 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.
PayDay:
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 Friday, 12:00pm to 4:00pm 0.5 FTE, 20 hours per week, 9 months
CALENDAR 2026-2027
Education Support Professional With Benefits Middle School
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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