RISE Education Assistant - 0.875 FTE at Laura Wilder Elementary

Job Description

We want YOU here!

At Laura Wilder Elementary, we believe that strong partnerships between home and school are key to student success. Our team is committed to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment where every child can achieve their highest potential. We value collaboration, meaningful relationships, and a shared commitment to helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. If you are passionate about working alongside families and fellow educators to make a lasting impact, Laura Wilder is the place for you!

Learn more about Laura Wilder Elementary at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/lwes

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

1. Assists students in accessing transportation.
2. Provides personal care to students with special daily living needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, physical management) in accordance with established safety competencies.
3. 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.
4. Works with students in schools and in community sites.
5. Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher.
6. Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives with children as directed by the teacher/therapist.
7. Provides assistance to maintaining student records (charting, assignments, attendance, data for progress notes).
8. Monitors identified student(s) in lunchroom/on playground.
9. Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
10. Assists with management of student behavior.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

View the complete job description here: RISE Education Assistant

PAY INFORMATION

Level G*, starting at $19.85/hour

Pay Day: Last working day of each month.

Please note, this is based on the 2024-25 salary schedule. 2025-26 salary schedule coming soon!

*This position earns the Education Assistant differential pay. Each position that qualifies for the Education Assistant differential pay earns an additional $2 per hour.

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break

0.875 FTE, 35 hours per week, 9 months

CALENDAR
2024-2025 Education Assistant with Benefits - Elementary - 2025-26 calendar coming soon!

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
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number

Share This Opportunity!

Use this link to share this opportunity: https://sf.schoolspring.com?jobid=5086512