RISE/Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Join Our Team at Memorial Middle School
We want YOU here! This position is for the school year. $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!
At Memorial Middle School, our CARE Core Values — Community, Act Responsibly, Respect, and Excellence — are at the heart of everything we do. As Memorial Mustangs, we are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive school culture where students and staff work together, celebrate individuality, and encourage one another to grow and succeed.
We believe in building strong relationships, leading with integrity, and striving for excellence through the "power of yet." Memorial Middle School is looking for caring and collaborative individuals who are passionate about supporting students, fostering a positive school environment, and making a meaningful impact each day.
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 from 1 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
PAY INFORMATION
RISE Special Education Support Professional (0.4375 FTE) Level G, Starting at $18.42 + $2* = $20.42 per hour + $1,000 sign-on bonus
* This half of the 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.
Resource Special Education Support Professional (0.4375 FTE) Level G, Starting at $18.42 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
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break
0.875 FTE*, 35 hours per week, 9 months
* Important Note:
0.4375 FTE will be serving as a RISE Special Education Support Professional (earning the extra $2 differential pay)
0.4375 FTE will be serving as a Resource Special Education Support Professional
CALENDAR 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.
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