Educational Support Specialist (Paraprofessional)

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, Hawaii, is seeking Educational Assistants at the Educational Assistant III level, with openings at I–III. These paraprofessional roles provide instructional support and assist teachers in multiple settings.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and one of: ParaPro/ParaPathways; 48 college credits (3 in math, 3 in English); or an associate degree or higher. Some positions may be filled as temporary assignments.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent and one of the listed options.
• ParaPro or ParaPathways exam approved by the Hawaii State Department of Education.
• At least 48 baccalaureate-level credits with 3 in math and 3 in English.
• An associate degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by the Department.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and tutoring as directed by the teacher.
• Offer social, vocational and daily living instruction to students with disabilities.
• Provide counseling support and observe student progress and difficulties.
• Assist with articulation reinforcement exercises under supervision.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro or ParaPathways assessment

48 college credits (3 in math, 3 in English)

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Hawaii State Department of Education in Kapaa, Hawaii, is seeking Educational Assistants at the Educational Assistant III level, with openings at I–III. These paraprofessional roles provide instructional support and assist teachers in multiple settings.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and one of: ParaPro/ParaPathways; 48 college credits (3 in math, 3 in English); or an associate degree or higher. Some positions may be filled as temporary assignments.