Student Support & Instructional Assistant

Hawaii State Department of Education; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hawaii State Department of Education is hiring Educational Assistants at the I–III levels in Honolulu. These paraprofessional roles support teachers and students by tutoring, delivering social and daily living instruction, and assisting with counseling activities as needed.

Qualified applicants hold a high school diploma or equivalent, with options including ParaPro/ParaPathways or related college credits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with one of the listed options: ParaPro/ParaPathways, 48 credits including 3 math and 3 English, or an associate degree.
• Requirements emphasize general/ specialized experience in educational settings and ability to support teachers and students.
• Candidates should demonstrate ability to interact with students, observe progress, and report accurately.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs instructional support activities and tutors students as directed by the teacher.
• Provides social, vocational, and daily living instruction to students with disabilities in school or community settings.
• Performs counseling support activities, builds rapport, and promotes healthy self-concept and social skills.
• Delivers articulation reinforcement lessons and drills under the guidance of a speech pathologist.

Skills

Paraprofessional support

Student progress observation

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro or ParaPathways exam

Associate degree or higher

48 college credits (math and English)

Job description

The Hawaii State Department of Education is hiring Educational Assistants at the I–III levels in Honolulu. These paraprofessional roles support teachers and students by tutoring, delivering social and daily living instruction, and assisting with counseling activities as needed.

Qualified applicants hold a high school diploma or equivalent, with options including ParaPro/ParaPathways or related college credits.