Student Support Specialist (Educational Assistant)

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

Job summary

Hawaii State Department of Education in Honolulu is seeking an Educational Assistant III to provide instructional support, tutor students, and observe progress under teacher guidance. This role supports academic and behavioral needs within a school setting, working with students with disabilities.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, ParaPro/ParaPathways eligibility, and 48 college credits (3 in math and 3 in English) or an associate degree or higher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ParaPro or ParaPathways exam or equivalent accepted by the DOE.
• At least 48 college credits with 3 in Math and 3 in English.
• An associate degree or higher is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Independently supports students with academic work under teacher direction.
• Provides social, vocational, and daily living instruction to students with disabilities.
• Delivers counseling support activities and fosters healthy self-concepts.
• Provides articulation reinforcement lessons and follows speech therapy guidance.

Skills

Tutoring

Counseling

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro/ParaPathways requirements

≥48 college credits (math/English)

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Hawaii State Department of Education in Honolulu is seeking an Educational Assistant III to provide instructional support, tutor students, and observe progress under teacher guidance. This role supports academic and behavioral needs within a school setting, working with students with disabilities.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, ParaPro/ParaPathways eligibility, and 48 college credits (3 in math and 3 in English) or an associate degree or higher.