Early Learning Educational Assistant I, II, III (Hawaiian Language) - Hauula Elementary

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Hauula (HI); On-site; USD 33,700 - 39,361; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking Educational Assistants for various positions in Hauula, Hawaii. Responsibilities include creating positive learning environments, supervising children's activities, and ensuring their safety and development. Applicants must meet minimum educational requirements, possess a CDA Credential, and have proficiency in the Hawaiian language. A competitive salary ranging from $3,019.78 to $3,526.98 per month is offered, with benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
• Successful completion of training for a certificate that meets requirements for CDA.
• Minimum experience varies by level: 0 to 1 year for Educational Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Cultivates healthy learning environments and engages with children positively.
• Implements learning experiences and conducts group activities.
• Observes children and assesses their development.
• Ensures children's health and safety during activities.
• Prepares learning materials and maintains a conducive environment.
• Supervises before, during, and after class activities.

Skills

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Ability to speak, write, read, and understand Hawaiian language

Education

Graduation from high school or equivalent

Completion of ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment

At least 48 baccalaureate-level semester credits

An associate degree or higher

Job description

Description

This posting is being used to fill various Educational Assistant positions at the specified location. The authorized level of the position is Educational Assistant III. Applications are being accepted down to Educational Assistant I in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary Range

• Educational Assistant I, SR-10: $3,019.78 per month
• Educational Assistant II, SR-12: $3,260.76 per month
• Educational Assistant III, SR-14: $3,526.98 per month

The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.

Duties

• Cultivates healthy, challenging learning environments; converses with children positively during activities and transitions; greets children upon arrival and ensures safe departure; instructs and models appropriate behavior; encourages positive social rapport; assists in guiding children during transitions and routines; addresses conflicts; engages children during play to promote development and learning.
• Implements and assesses learning experiences for children based on plans and goals; sets up activities/areas for indoor learning centers, group activities, and outdoor activities; supervises and conducts group and individual learning activities; builds positive relationships and guides children through supportive interactions.
• Observes children and documents/assesses their development and learning; collects other data as directed by the teacher.
• Ensures overall health and safety; assists children in toileting, handwashing, eating, resting, and playing; reports and follows up on unsafe play/work areas and materials; sanitizes materials and surfaces when needed; assists children in dealing with stressful situations.
• Prepares and maintains materials and environment for learning experiences; organizes and prepares learning centers as guided by the teacher; observes children’s use of materials and environment to provide modifications, adaptations; consults with teacher as needed.
• Supervises before, during, and after class activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Special Requirement: Applicants must meet one of the following options:

• Possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
• Successful completion of training for a certificate that meets the requirements for CDA Credential preparation, including but not limited to: university coursework at an acceptable institution; 120 hours of formal training in early childhood education; or enrollment in an approved program with evidence of active pursuit.

Education Requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent AND one of the following:

• Completion of an approved examination such as the ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment.
• At least 48 baccalaureate-level semester credits with required math and English credits.
• An associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.

Experience Requirements: Minimum years of experience vary by level:

• Educational Assistant I – 0 years general, 0 years specialized.
• Educational Assistant II – 1 year general, 0 years specialized.
• Educational Assistant III – 1 year general, 1 year specialized.

Substitutions are allowed for specialized and general experience as described in the original specification, with credit for CDA credentials, specific training, or academic credits.

Hawaiian Language Requirement: The position requires applicants to speak, write, read, and understand the Hawaiian language.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, personal leave and sick leave during the school year (subject to collective bargaining agreement).
• Health insurance with partial state subsidy.
• Group life insurance and optional supplemental insurance.
• Retirement plan with state contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts and other tax‑savings benefits.
• Worker’s compensation and disability insurance.
• Union and collective bargaining rights.

Payday

New employees will receive their first paycheck within the first three pay periods. Paydays occur on the 5th and 20th (or the previous business day) of each month.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.