Early Learning Educational Assistant I, II, III - Princess Nahienaena Elementary

Teach In Hawaii • Lahaina, HI

348d • $2,917 - $3,407

About The Position

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

Requirements

• 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.
• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or equivalent.
• 48 semester credits, baccalaureate level courses, from an accredited institution of higher education recognized by the Hawaii Department of Education.
• An Associate in Arts (AA) or Science (AS) degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by the Hawaii Department of Education.
• Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment provided by the Education Testing Service (ETS).

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.
• Supervises and conducts group and individual learning activities; builds positive relationships 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.
• Prepares and maintains materials and environment for learning experiences; organizes and prepares learning centers as guided by the teacher.
• Supervises before, during, and after class activities.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave during the school year.
• Health Insurance with part of the premiums paid by the State.
• Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket health care expenses.
• Retirement plan contributions by the State for eligible employees.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA) program participation.
• Deferred Compensation program for retirement savings.
• Temporary Disability Insurance for non-work related injuries.
• Workers' Compensation benefits for job-related injuries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED