What are the responsibilities and job description for the RISE Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE at John F. Kennedy Elementary position at John F Kennedy Elementary?
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$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!
Join the dedicated team at John F. Kennedy Elementary, where student achievement and well-being are at the center of all we do. Our collaborative approach brings together staff, students, and families to create a positive, supportive, and effective learning environment. At JFK, we believe in helping every student grow academically and emotionally to reach their fullest potential. If you're committed to making a difference, we’d love to have you join our school community!
Learn more about JFK at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jkes
REQUIREMENTS
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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. |
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EXPERIENCE DESIRED: |
Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience with behavior management. |
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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). |
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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
Starting at $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.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Friday, 7:15 am to 2:45 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break
0.875 FTE, 35 hours per week, 9 months
CALENDAR
2025-2026 Education Support Professional with Benefits - Elementary
Estimated Start: August 2025
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
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