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Early Childhood Behavior Facilitator - .8 FTE at R.F. Pettigrew Elementary
Sioux Falls, SD
We want YOU here!
Our school's priority is to help each of our students reach their learning potential and be successful socially in our ever-changing world. We are invested in the education of our children and love to establish connections with our surrounding community to further enrich the opportunities we provide.
Learn more about our Panther pride: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/rfpes
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION LEVEL:
Two years successful post high school education.
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
At least one year of work experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills, knowledge of programming for students with behavior disorders.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires hearing, hand-eye coordination, mind-eye coordination, keyboarding and telephoning. Frequent repetitive motions with wrists, hands, fingers. Frequent physical management of students.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Regular, reliable attendance. Experience with behavior management. Ability to use a computer for word processing and data entry. Ability to maintain confidential information. Regular contact with students with emotional, cognitive and/or conduct-related disorders. Due to the nature of position and of the behavior program and of the students assigned, required the ability to work in a stressful environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
View the complete job description here: Early Childhood Behavior Facilitator
PAY INFORMATION
Level KX, starting at $23.62 per hour - click HERE to view the salary schedule.
Pay Day: Last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Thursday; occasional Friday, 7:45 am to 4:15 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break
.8 FTE, 32 hours per week, 9 months
CALENDAR
2025-2026 9 Month Specialist - Elementary Calendar - 2026-2027 Calendar coming soon!
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=5705409
Our school's priority is to help each of our students reach their learning potential and be successful socially in our ever-changing world. We are invested in the education of our children and love to establish connections with our surrounding community to further enrich the opportunities we provide.
Learn more about our Panther pride: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/rfpes
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION LEVEL:
Two years successful post high school education.
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
At least one year of work experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills, knowledge of programming for students with behavior disorders.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires hearing, hand-eye coordination, mind-eye coordination, keyboarding and telephoning. Frequent repetitive motions with wrists, hands, fingers. Frequent physical management of students.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Regular, reliable attendance. Experience with behavior management. Ability to use a computer for word processing and data entry. Ability to maintain confidential information. Regular contact with students with emotional, cognitive and/or conduct-related disorders. Due to the nature of position and of the behavior program and of the students assigned, required the ability to work in a stressful environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
- Support students in the general classroom and alternative learning settings to manage behaviors and support learning.
- Establishes a positive rapport with students, co-workers and parents which conveys enthusiasm and caring.
- Works cooperatively with team members to outline a behavior plan and evaluate the plan's appropriateness and need for modifications. Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral strategies.
- Works with individual students in 1:1 and small group settings to reinforce behavioral goals/objectives outlined by the problem-solving team.
- Document student progress on behavior and goals.
- Conducts observations and collects classroom teacher documentation needed for referral and reintegration procedures.
- Works collaboratively with district staff and families to create supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning environments for all students, particularly students who exhibit challenging behaviors.
- Participates in the implementation and revision of student behavior programs.
- Supervises student activities, when needed.
- Participates in professional development as required and when requested by the District.
- Supports personal cares of students (washing hands, bath rooming, eating, etc.)
- May be assigned to more than one school by supervisors.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
View the complete job description here: Early Childhood Behavior Facilitator
PAY INFORMATION
Level KX, starting at $23.62 per hour - click HERE to view the salary schedule.
Pay Day: Last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Thursday; occasional Friday, 7:45 am to 4:15 pm with a 30-minute unpaid break
.8 FTE, 32 hours per week, 9 months
CALENDAR
2025-2026 9 Month Specialist - Elementary Calendar - 2026-2027 Calendar coming soon!
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=5705409