Educational Assistant - Student Support & Speech Help

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Holidays, personal leave, and sick leave

Group life insurance

Retirement plan

Union and collective bargaining rights

Job summary

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking candidates for various Educational Assistant positions in Kailua, Hawaii. The roles support students' academic needs and assist in providing instruction to students with disabilities. Applicants can apply for positions ranging from Educational Assistant I to Educational Assistant III which require a high school graduation or equivalent, as well as other specific qualifications depending on the level. A rigorous support system in education is described in the posting, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved exam or significant credits in relevant subjects.
• Experience in an educational setting with direct support to students.

Responsibilities

• Support academic instructions and report on student progress.
• Provide instruction and support to students with disabilities.
• Assist in counseling activities and promote social skills development.
• Administer articulation reinforcement lessons as needed.

Skills

Direct interaction with people

Ability to observe and evaluate

Tutoring skills

Speech/language support

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Completion of ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment

48 baccalaureate-level semester credits

Associate degree or higher

Job description

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking candidates for various Educational Assistant positions in Kailua, Hawaii. The roles support students' academic needs and assist in providing instruction to students with disabilities. Applicants can apply for positions ranging from Educational Assistant I to Educational Assistant III which require a high school graduation or equivalent, as well as other specific qualifications depending on the level. A rigorous support system in education is described in the posting, along with comprehensive benefits.