Learning Adventures Preschool Education Support Professional 0.7 FTE at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary at Sioux Falls School District

We wantYOUhere!$1000 Sign-On Bonus Available!Join the team at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary where language and culture come together to create a dynamic learning experience! As part of the Sioux Falls School Districts Spanish Immersion Program we provide students with the opportunity to learn through a rich immersive Spanish-language curriculum. With a diverse staff representing 18 countries we celebrate global perspectives and cultural connections every day. If youre passionate about education and language learning wed love to have you on our team!Learn more about Sonia Sotomayor Elementary at: LEVEL:Two or more years post high school education with preference given to early child-centered studies and/or early childhood development expertise. Child Development Associates (CDA) credential preferred.EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Previous work in an educational setting childcare daycare CPR certification First Aid training familiarity with various child development techniquesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination hearing; frequent bending over crouching reaching 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 REQUIREMENTS:Patience flexibility caring personality punctuality and dependability. Experience with monitoring social and emotional development and behavior management. Excellent oral and written communications skills.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIESConstantly provide a healthy safe and nurturing environment for children ages 3-5.Assists with the supervision of students in the classroom on the playground and during school outings.Supervised childrens play always making sure of their physical safety.Provides personal care to students with 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.Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by Preschool Leader/Teacher.Acknowledging and responding to different developmental and behavioral levels exhibited by children.Provides clerical assistance to maintaining student records (charting assignments attendance data for progress notes).Displaying high levels of motivation and patienceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent time management and organizational skillsMaintains the confidentiality of students and their families.Performs other duties as assigned.View the complete job description here:Preschool Education Support ProfessionalPAY INFORMATIONStarting at $18.12 per hour $1000 Sign-On Bonus!Pay Day: Last working day of each monthbased on thepayroll cutoff schedule.View the payroll cutoff schedule here:2025-2026 Payroll Cutoff ScheduleHOURS & FTEMonday throughThursday 7:45 am to 3:15 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break0.7 FTE28 hours per week9 monthsCALENDAR2025-2026 Early Childhood 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:5462893Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Children Activity,Acquisition,Data Entry,Commissioning,Administration Office,Arbitration Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1