Early Learning Educational Assistant , II, III - Kula Elementary

Salary Range

Educational Assistant I, SR-10: $3,019.78 per month

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

Educational Assistant III, SR-14: $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 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 Requirement: Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
• Successful completion of coursework for a certificate that meets the requirements for a CDA Credential.
• Be enrolled in a program or coursework that prepares the individual to obtain a CDA Credential; evidence of active pursuit toward completing the program must be provided annually.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent AND one of the following minimum education requirements:
• 48 semester credits, baccalaureate level courses, from an accredited institution; 3 credits in math and 3 credits in English required.
• Associate in Arts (AA) or Science (AS) degree or higher with a minimum of 48 credits at the baccalaureate level.
• Successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment.

Applicants must have the following experience:

• Educational Assistant I: 0 years general, 0 years specialized.
• Educational Assistant II: 1 year general, 0 years specialized.
• Educational Assistant III: 1 year general, 1 year specialized.

General

Experience:

Direct interaction with people, organization of materials, record maintenance, and basic educational program awareness.

Specialized

Experience:

Direct contact with students, student management, familiarity with academic and developmental issues, and instructional support.

Some positions require possession of a current, valid driver’s license.

Some positions require the ability to lift up to 65 pounds and/or lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistance.

• Certificate of Completion in Child Services or related program may substitute for ½ year of general experience.
• Associate degree coursework (15 credits) may substitute for ½ year of experience, depending on practicum status.
• Bachelor’s degree coursework (15 credits) may substitute for ½ year of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Professional Diploma, or equivalent may substitute for all general and specialized experience requirements.

Required years of experience alone do not qualify; overall experience must demonstrate…