Educational Assistant: Tutor, Counseling & Speech Support

Hawaii Public Schools; Wahiawa, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Public Schools seeks Educational Assistants at multiple locations. The authorized level is Educational Assistant III, with openings also for I and II depending on recruiting needs.

Positions offer structured paraprofessional support in classrooms, focusing on academic, social, and communication goals. Salary ranges are set by SR- levels and monthly rates; educational assistants assist teachers by tutoring, reporting student progress, and implementing prescribed strategies to support

Qualifications

• Successful completion of ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment as approved by the Hawaii DOE.
• At least 48 baccalaureate-level credits including 3 credits in mathematics and 3 credits in English.
• An associate degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by the Department.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs academic and instruction-related support activities; tutors students as directed by the teacher and reports on progress.
• Supports social, vocational, and daily living instruction for students with disabilities in school or community settings; reports progress and suggests techniques.
• Provides counseling support, develops rapport with students, and carries out pre-approved activities to promote healthy self-concept and social skills.
• Provides articulation reinforcement lessons and drills to correct speech sounds; may receive training related to speech disorders and therapy methods.

Education

ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment

48 relevant credits incl. math and English

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Hawaii Public Schools seeks Educational Assistants at multiple locations. The authorized level is Educational Assistant III, with openings also for I and II depending on recruiting needs.

Positions offer structured paraprofessional support in classrooms, focusing on academic, social, and communication goals. Salary ranges are set by SR- levels and monthly rates; educational assistants assist teachers by tutoring, reporting student progress, and implementing prescribed strategies to support