High School Educational Assistant, Outdoor Area; Part Time

High School Educational Assistant, Outdoor Area (Part Time)

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Kamehameha Schools, Keaau Campus is currently looking for a Part Time Educational Assistant for High School outdoor educational spaces. Our Science and Social Studies programs utilize outdoor garden spaces & greenhouses. This EA supports our instructional team by maintaining those areas, as well as conducting safety training and some instructional support.

Job Summary

Provides support to overall school program in support of instruction and learning as directed by school leadership/administration. Direct support to campus specialty areas (e.g. garden and reforestation, engineering, media) performing on-going maintenance and providing instructional support.

Essential Responsibilities

• Instructional & Student Supervision Support:
  Assists students and teachers with direct and indirect support services in assigned specialty area (e.g. garden and reforestation, engineering, media) throughout the high school campus.
• Provide support and supervision of students (under the direction of teachers) with the appropriate use of tools and equipment for executing on assigned projects and activities.
• Assists with supervision of students during lunch, student events, field trips and other related classroom activities when able. May also provide supervision before and after school at transportation pick-up and drop-off sites and during free periods.

• Classroom Preparation & Support:
  Provides direct service, in terms of maintenance and support, to educational programs at the various subject areas throughout our high school.
• Organizes and maintains appropriate supply of equipment and resources to adequately support our various projects and assignments.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years  experience in a directly related field.
• Demonstrated experience in working with students.
• Strong working knowledge of native plants, propagation methods, maintenance of outdoor areas.
• Strong leadership skills essential to motivate and guide students.
• Strong verbal skills necessary to communicate study skills methods and techniques, study skills deficiencies and attitude problems to students, staff, and parents.
• Classroom management skills necessary to maintain general behavior.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to manage multiple assignments/priorities.
• Good verbal and writing skills needed to communicate effectively with student, parents, staff, and public.
• Good organizational skills required to coordinate numerous student activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Previous experience teaching the age levels and subject areas of the specific teaching positions.
• Knowledge of current instructional strategies appropriate for high/middle/elementary school students.
• Sensitivity to and appreciation for Hawaiian culture and Christian values.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery and powered maintenance equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift heavy loads, use heavy equipment and able to use various outdoor maintenance tools
• Frequently stand and/or walk, lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 200+ pounds.
• Twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted in an outdoor classroom environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be…