Educational Support Specialist — Student Growth & Speech

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

Job summary

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking Educational Assistant III candidates for several locations across Hawaii. Positions may start at Educational Assistant I if recruitment difficulties occur. Salary ranges for I–III are listed and reflect SR-10 to SR-14 steps.

Responsibilities include independent instructional support, counseling, and speech articulation reinforcement as guided by specialists. Licensure and lifting requirements may apply; substitution options outlined in postings.

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent with one of the listed options.
• Experience Requirements: Vary by Educational Assistant level (I–III) with years of general and specialized experience.
• Driver's License Requirement: Some positions require a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform various academic and instructional support activities as directed by the teacher.
• Provide social, vocational, and daily living instruction to students with disabilities in school or community settings.
• Conduct counseling support activities and develop rapport with students to promote healthy self-concept.

Education

ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment (Education Testing Service)

48 credits (math and English)

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking Educational Assistant III candidates for several locations across Hawaii. Positions may start at Educational Assistant I if recruitment difficulties occur. Salary ranges for I–III are listed and reflect SR-10 to SR-14 steps.

Responsibilities include independent instructional support, counseling, and speech articulation reinforcement as guided by specialists. Licensure and lifting requirements may apply; substitution options outlined in postings.