Hawaiian Language Early Learning Educational Assistant

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

Job summary

Hawaii State Department of Education is seeking Educational Assistants at multiple levels for early learning classrooms serving prekindergarten children. The role supports independent learning with guidance from the classroom teacher and requires CDA credentials and related coursework.

The position includes a salary consistent with SR-14 III level and the DOE credential requirements. Applicants must meet education and experience requirements, including CDA training, and be able to work in

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
• Successful completion of training for a certificate that meets the requirements for CDA Credential preparation, including but not limited to University coursework at an acceptable institution and 120 hours of formal training in early childhood education.
• Be enrolled in a program, coursework, or training that prepares the individual to obtain a CDA Credential.

Responsibilities

• Cultivates healthy, challenging learning environments and experiences; greets children upon arrival and ensures safe departure; instructs and models appropriate behavior; encourages positive social rapport; assists in guiding children during transitions and routines; engages with children during play to promote development and learning in all domains of development.
• Implements and assesses learning experiences for children based on plans and goals established with or by the teacher; sets up activities/areas for children to participate in indoor learning centers, small or large group activities, and outdoor activities; supervises and conducts group and individual learning activities; builds positive relationships and guides children through supportive interactions.
• Observes children and documents/assesses their development and learning; collects other data as directed by the teacher.
• Ensures overall health and safety for children; assists children in areas related to health and safety, including toileting, handwashing, eating, resting, and playing; ensures healthy and safe environment; reports and follows-up on unsafe play/work areas and materials; sanitizes materials and surfaces when needed; assists children in dealing with stressful situations.
• Prepares and maintains materials and environment for learning experiences; organizes and prepares learning centers as guided by the teacher; observes children’s use of materials and environment in order to provide modifications, adaptations; consults with teacher as needed.
• Supervises before, during, and after class activities.

Education

ParaPro / ParaPathways Assessment

48 credits including math and English

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Hawaii State Department of Education is seeking Educational Assistants at multiple levels for early learning classrooms serving prekindergarten children. The role supports independent learning with guidance from the classroom teacher and requires CDA credentials and related coursework.

The position includes a salary consistent with SR-14 III level and the DOE credential requirements. Applicants must meet education and experience requirements, including CDA training, and be able to work in