Early Learning Educational Assistant , II, III - Keaau Elementary

Early Learning Educational Assistant I, II, III - Keaau Elementary

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The authorized level for this position is Educational Assistant III. Applications are being accepted down to Educational Assistant I in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary Range: Assistant I: $3,019.78 per month;
Assistant II: $3,260.76 per month;
Assistant III: $3,526.98 per month.

• Cultivates healthy, challenging learning environments and experiences; converses with children in a positive manner during child-initiated activities and during routines and transitions; 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; addresses conflicts between children; engages with children during play to promote development and learning in all domains.
• 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 relationship 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 and adaptations; consults with teacher as needed.
• Supervises before, during, and after class activities.

Special Requirement: Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
• Successful completion of training for a certificate that meets the CDA Credential preparation requirements, including a minimum of 120 hours of formal training in early childhood education covering children aged 3–5.
• Enrollment in a program, coursework, or training that prepares the individual to obtain a CDA Credential, with evidence of active pursuit provided annually to the EOEL.

Basic

Education Requirements:

Applicants must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent AND one of the following:

• 48 semester credits, baccalaureate level courses, from an accredited institution recognized by the Hawaii Department of Education, including 3 credits in Math and 3 credits in English.
• An Associate in Arts (AA) or Science (AS) degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by the Hawaii Department of Education, with at least 48 credits at the baccalaureate level.
• Successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment provided by the Education Testing Service (ETS).

Experience Requirements: In addition to educational qualifications, applicants must have:

• General
  
  Experience:
  
  Direct interaction with people demonstrating the ability to observe, evaluate, and report accurately.
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  Direct contact with students, including student management and familiarity with common academic, social, behavioral, and developmental issues.
• Experience and substitution details are provided in the job description; applicants must comply with the specified minimum years.

Allowed Substitutions of Education for

Experience:

A list of acceptable substitutions is provided in the official posting; applicants should refer to those criteria.

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected classes in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.