Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at Memorial Middle School
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Permanent
- Part-time
It is the vision of the Sioux Falls School District to provide the opportunities and challenges for each student to succeed as a lifelong learner in a changing world. The District values a highly trained and committed workforce, continually evaluating and improving their own and student performance. The District recognizes its role as a key contributor to the social, civic and economic foundation of this community. To achieve this vision, we must ignite the hearts and minds of our students, staff, families, the business community and citizens.Our Mission
To educate and prepare each student to succeed in a changing world.Job Description:We want YOU here!$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!Memorial Middle School is The Learning Place, where students grow academically, socially, and personally. Through teamwork, belonging, and excellence, we empower students to learn for a lifetime, build confidence, and develop the skills to succeed. Join our dedicated team and make a lasting impact!Learn more about Memorial Middle School at:REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION 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:Requires constant 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.
(only for positions 20 hours per week or more)CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEESAll current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
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