Educational Assistant I, II, III - Moanalua High

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

A state education agency in Honolulu, Hawaii, is looking to fill various Educational Assistant positions. Candidates will work independently to provide academic support, assist students with disabilities, and engage in counseling activities. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and relevant experience or assessments. The positions offer a salary range based on the level of Educational Assistant hired, with opportunities for individuals meeting higher educational requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required for all positions.
• Completion of an approved assessment or relevant credits are necessary.
• Experience working with children, especially those with disabilities, is critical.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support and tutoring to students.
• Offer instruction for daily living skills and vocational training.
• Conduct counseling support activities and develop student rapport.
• Reinforce lessons in speech under supervision.

Skills

Direct interaction with people

Ability to observe and evaluate

Counseling support

Instruction for students with disabilities

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Successful completion of ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment

48 baccalaureate-level semester credits

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Overview

This posting is being used to fill various Educational Assistant positions at the specified location. The authorized level of these positions is Educational Assistant III. Applications are being accepted down to the 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.

Examples of Duties

• Independently performs various academic, instruction-related support activities, tutors students in a specified aspect of knowledge as directed by the teacher, and observes and reports on student progress and difficulties.
• Independently provides social, vocational, and daily living instruction to students with disabilities in a school and/or community setting to enable them to function as independently as possible. Observes and reports on student progress and difficulties and makes suggestions to modify techniques and tasks based on prior experience.
• Independently performs assigned counseling support activities. Develops rapport with students, encourages them to express their problems, observes and reports on student progress and difficulties, and carries out pre-approved activities with students which promote a healthy self-concept, develop social skills, and help provide early identification of special needs.
• Independently provides articulation reinforcement lessons and repetitive drills to correct/improve speech sounds as instructed and guided by the speech pathologist. May receive training related to common speech/language disorders and problems and the methods and techniques used in speech therapy to correct them.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent and one of the following, as described by the Federal Government's No Child Left Behind Act of 2001:
• Successful completion of an examination approved by the Hawaii State Department of Education (Department), such as the ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment provided by the Education Testing Service (ETS).
• At least 48 baccalaureate-level semester credits from an accredited institution recognized by the Department, which included 3 credits in mathematics and 3 credits in English.
• An associate degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by the Department.

Experience Requirements

Except for the substitutions provided for in this specification, applicants must have had the kind, quality, and amount of experience described below:

• One (1) year of experience for Educational Assistant II and III; Educational Assistant I requires 0 years.
• General Experience: Paid or volunteer experience involving direct interaction with people, with ability to observe, evaluate and report accurately on situations. Examples include serving on school or community committees, advising youth groups, or participating in parent/teacher/student meetings and activities.
• Specialized Experience: Work experience providing direct academic, personal, social, vocational development, or behavioral services to children, students, and/or individuals with disabilities, preferably in an educational setting.
• Note: One year equals approximately 180 instructional days in Hawaii.

Quality of Experience: The applicant's overall experience must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Other Requirements

• Driver's License: Some positions require possession of a current, valid driver's license.
• Lift and Carry: Some positions require the ability to lift and carry up to 65 pounds unassisted and/or up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Substitutions Allowed: See substitutions for education/experience below.

• Possession of a Child Development Associate credential or related program completion may substitute for part of Specialized Experience.
• 15 baccalaureate credits may substitute for part of General or Specialized Experience; various substitutions apply for Education/Experience.
• Higher degrees may substitute for all General and Specialized Experience, as described.

Substitutions and Education Details

• Multiple substitution options are listed, including CDA credential, credits, and degrees. See official job posting for exact mapping to experience.

Supplemental Information

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

Requirements: Applicants must meet all requirements as of the application date. Hours and experience may be prorated for part-time work.

Temporary Assignment: Temporary Assignment (TA) experience may be recognized with supporting documentation as listed in the posting.

Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents submitted with prior applications may not automatically attach to new applications.

Equal Opportunity: The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, or activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, National Guard participation, or other protected characteristics required by law.

Payday and Benefits: Payday is on the 5th and 20th of each month. 10-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of benefits (holidays, leave, health insurance, retirement, and more) as described in the posting.

Required Questions: Please answer all required questions in the application process.