Special Education Support Professional - 0.875 FTE - Memorial Middle School

We want YOU here! This position is for the 2026-2027 school year. 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.Learn more about our Mustang culture: https://www.mms.sf.k12.sd.us/o/mmsRequirementsEDUCATION 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 DesiredAt 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 RequirementsRequires 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 RequirementsExperience with behavior management.Essential Functions & DutiesEscorts 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.View the complete job description here: Special Education Support ProfessionalPAY INFORMATIONStarting at $18.42 per hourPay Day: Last working day of each month, based on the payroll cutoff schedule.View the payroll cutoff schedule here: 2026-2027 Payroll Cutoff ScheduleHOURS & FTEMonday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch0.875 FTE, 35 hours per week, 9 monthsCALENDAR2026-2027 Middle School Education Support Professional with BenefitsBENEFIT INFORMATIONBenefits (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 RequiredRelay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired numberShare This Opportunity!Use This Link To Share This Opportunity#hc242824