Early Learning Educational Assistant II,III - Haleiwa Elementary Job Hale‘iwa Hawaii USA,Education / Teaching

Location: Hale‘iwa

Overview

This posting is being used to fill various Educational Assistant positions at the specified location. The authorized level of the position is Educational Assistant III. Applications are being accepted down to Educational Assistant II in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary

Educational Assistant II, SR-12: $3,260.76 per month
Educational Assistant III, SR-14: $3,526.98 per month

Early Learning Educational Assistant positions are located on school campuses that have Executive Office on Early Learning (EOEL) Public Prekindergarten Program classrooms and serve children in the year before kindergarten entry. This position works independently to provide learning experiences in all areas of development and academic disciplines, in accordance with established guidelines, available resources, and the Early Learning classroom teacher.

Responsibilities

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 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; supervise and conduct 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; observe children's use of materials and environment in order to provide modifications, adaptations; consult with teacher as needed.

Supervises before, during, and after class activities.

Special Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following three options:

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 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 (evidence of active pursuit toward completing the program must be provided annually to the EOEL).

Basic Education Requirements

Applicants must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent AND one of the following minimum education requirements, as described by federal guidelines:

48 semester credits of baccalaureate level courses from an accredited institution; 3 in math and 3 in English.

An Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degree or higher from an accredited institution with a minimum of 48 credits for baccalaureate-level courses.

Successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment provided by the Education Testing Service (ETS).

Experience Requirements

Except for substitutions described below, applicants must have the experience described for General and Specialized Experience.

General

Experience:

Experience involving direct interaction with people, ability to observe and report on situations, organize materials, maintain records, and understand basic educational programs.

Specialized

Experience:

Work experience involving direct contact with students, student management, familiarity with common academic, social, behavioral, and developmental problems, and use of various instructional materials and procedures in an educational setting.

Allowed Substitutions of Education for

Experience:

Certificate of Completion in Child Services or related program may substitute for one-half year of General Experience.
Coursework toward an Associate in Science degree in Teacher Aide, Educational Assistant, Early Childhood Education or equivalent may substitute for up to one-half year of General Experience on a 15-semester-credit basis.
Coursework toward an Associate in Science degree with practicum may substitute for General and/or Specialized Experience on a 15-semester-credit basis for half a year of experience.
Associate in Science degree in relevant field with practicum may substitute for all…


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