Educational Assistant I, II, III - Kalama Intermediate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health insurance premium assistance

Retirement plan contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A state education agency in Makawao, Hawaii is looking to fill various Educational Assistant positions. Candidates will provide academic and vocational support to students, especially those with disabilities. The role requires high school graduation and other specific educational credentials. Competitive salaries for the positions range from approximately $3,019.78 to $3,526.98 monthly, depending on the level. Benefits include health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Hawaii State Department of Education-approved examination.
• Experience providing direct support to students, preferably in education.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform academic support and tutoring activities.
• Provide social and vocational instruction to students with disabilities.
• Develop rapport with students and promote healthy self-concept.
• Assist in speech reinforcement lessons as instructed.

Skills

Observation skills

Tutoring

Communication

Support for students with disabilities

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Successful completion of approved examination

At least 48 baccalaureate-level credits

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Overview

This posting is used to fill various Educational Assistant positions at the specified location. Authorized positions are Educational Assistant III, with openings also offered for Educational Assistant I and II if needed.

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

Responsibilities

• Independently perform various academic, instruction‑related support activities, tutor students as directed, and observe and report on student progress and difficulties.
• Provide social, vocational, and daily living instruction to students with disabilities in school or community settings to enable independent functioning; observe and report progress; suggest modifications to techniques and tasks.
• Perform counseling support activities, develop rapport with students, encourage expression of problems, observe and report progress, and carry out pre‑approved activities promoting healthy self‑concept and early identification of special needs.
• Provide articulation reinforcement lessons and repetitive drills to correct/improve speech sounds as instructed by the speech pathologist; may receive training on speech/language disorders and therapy techniques.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent and one of the following, per the No Child Left Behind Act:

• Successful completion of a Hawaii State Department of Education‑approved examination such as the ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment.
• At least 48 baccalaureate‑level semester credits, including 3 credits in mathematics and 3 in English.
• An associate degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by the Department.

Experience Requirements

• 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.

General experience: paid or volunteer direct interaction with people, demonstrating ability to observe, evaluate, and report accurately.

Specialized experience: providing direct academic, personal, social, vocational, or behavioral services to children and individuals with disabilities, preferably in an educational setting.

Licence and Physical Requirements

Some positions require a current, valid driver’s license.

Some positions require ability to lift and carry up to 65 pounds unassisted and/or 100 pounds with assistance.

Substitutions Allowed

• Child Development Associate credential or related program may substitute for ½ year of specialized experience.
• 15 semester credits may substitute for ½ year of general experience up to 1 year.
• 15 semester credits in Education may substitute for ½ year of specialized experience up to 2 years.
• Associate degree may substitute for 1 year of general experience.
• Associate degree in Education may substitute for all general and specialized experience.
• Bachelor or higher degree may substitute for all general and specialized experience.

Quality of Experience

Required years of experience alone are not sufficient; overall experience must demonstrate the scope and responsibility necessary to perform the duties of the position.

Benefits Summary

• Paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave.
• Health insurance premium assistance.
• Group life insurance.
• Premium conversion plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plan contributions.
• Tax shelter annuity.
• Deferred compensation program.
• Temporary disability insurance.
• Workers’ compensation.
• Union & collective bargaining options.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, or National Guard participation, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.