Early Learning Educational Assistant , II, III - Wailuku Elementary

Job Overview

Position:
Educational Assistant III (authorized level). Applications also accepted down to Educational Assistant I.

• 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; supervises and conducts group and individual learning activities; builds positive relationships and guides children through supportive interactions.
• Observes children and documents and 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.

• 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, with annual evidence of active pursuit.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent AND one of the following minimum education requirements: 48 semester credits, baccalaureate level courses, including 3 math and 3 English courses; or an Associate in Arts or Science degree or higher with a minimum of 48 credits of baccalaureate level courses; or successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment.

• 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.

• Certificate of completion in Child Services or related program may substitute for one‑half year of General Experience.
• Coursework leading to an Associate in Science degree in Teacher Aide, Educational Assistant, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent without practicum may substitute for one‑half year of General Experience (15 semester credits).
• Coursework leading to an Associate in Science degree in the same fields with practicum may substitute for General and/or Specialized Experience (15 semester credits).
• Associate in Science degree with practicum may substitute for all General and Specialized Experience.
• Coursework leading to a bachelor’s degree may substitute for General Experience (15 semester credits) with demonstrated awareness of basic educational programs; a bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent may substitute for all General and Specialized Experience; a professional diploma in Education or equivalent may substitute for all General and Specialized Experience.

Possession of the required number of years of experience alone is not sufficient. The applicant’s overall experience must have…