High School Education Support Professional - FTE at Axtell Park

High School Education Support Professional – 0.875 FTE at Axtell Park

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$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Axtell Park provides a structured and supportive environment where students develop the social, emotional, and behavioral skills needed for future success. With smaller class sizes and a dedicated team of professionals, we help students navigate challenges and prepare for reintegration into their home schools. Join our team and make a meaningful impact in students’ lives!

REQUIREMENTS

Two years post high school education or higher or able to pass a standardized test approved by the State of South Dakota.

One to three years of sustained employment.

This position requires constant hand‑eye, mind‑eye coordination, hearing; intermittent grasping, keyboarding, speaking, and writing. Frequent filing, sitting, standing, and walking are also required. The ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and the ability to drive a car are also required. Regular contact with students with emotional and conduct related disorders.

Regular, reliable attendance. Experience with behavior management. Ability to use a computer for word processing and data entry. Ability to maintain confidential information. Frequent exposure to physical and verbal abuse. Due to the nature of a behavior program and of the students assigned, required the ability to work in a stressful environment.

• Prepares instructional materials.
• Reinforces instructional objectives.
• Follows and carries out behavioral management plans.
• Maintains consistent discipline.
• Tutors students on academics.
• Refers problems to professional staff.
• Maintains student progress and attendance records.
• Corrects student assignments.
• Escorts students within the building and occasionally accompanies students into the community.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Level G, Starting at $18.12 + $2* = $20.12 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.

Pay Day:
Last working day of each month, based on the payroll cutoff schedule.

View the payroll cutoff schedule here:  Payroll Cutoff Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm with a 30‑minute unpaid break.

0.875 FTE, 35 hours per week (9 months)

Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)

Job : 5442116

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 17, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Brianna Copley, Lead Administrator
• Axtell Park Building
• Phone: (605) 367‑7647
• Email: brianna.copley.us

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required.

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Position Type:
Full‑Time

Salary: $20.12 per hour

Job Categories:
Instructional Support >
Individual Aide;
Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA