Educational Assistant - Tutor, Support & Empower Students

Hawaii State Department of Education; Kapaa (HI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii State Department of Education in Kapaa is hiring Educational Assistants at the Educational Assistant III level, with openings down to I. Salary varies by SR level (I SR-10, II SR-12, III SR-14) and includes paraprofessional duties to support teachers and students.

Positions involve instructional, social and counseling activities, with substitutions allowed under Hawaii rules. Applicants should meet education requirements and demonstrate appropriate experience in educational settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with options for recognized testing or credits to meet qualification.
• May substitute higher education credits or degrees under No Child Left Behind Act criteria.
• Experience in educational or paraprofessional support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide paraprofessional support including academic, instructional, social, and daily living instruction.
• Assist teachers by tutoring and observing student progress and difficulties.
• Offer counseling support, build rapport, and promote healthy self-concept.
• Deliver articulation reinforcement and speech-related practice under guidance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment

48 credit hours including math and English

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor degree substitutions possible

Job description

Hawaii State Department of Education in Kapaa is hiring Educational Assistants at the Educational Assistant III level, with openings down to I. Salary varies by SR level (I SR-10, II SR-12, III SR-14) and includes paraprofessional duties to support teachers and students.

Positions involve instructional, social and counseling activities, with substitutions allowed under Hawaii rules. Applicants should meet education requirements and demonstrate appropriate experience in educational settings.