Educational Assistant I, II, III - Kaumualii Elementary
The Educational Assistant role provides paraprofessional support to students through academic tutoring, social and vocational instruction, counseling activities, and speech articulation reinforcement under teacher or specialist guidance. This position involves direct interaction with students, including those with disabilities, to promote their academic, social, and personal development while monitoring and reporting progress. The role requires adaptability to various instructional and support tasks within a school environment.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking motivated Educational Assistants (levels I, II & III) to support classroom and specialized instructional activities at a public elementary school campus in Lihue, HI. The authorized level for these vacancies is Educational Assistant III; applications may be considered at lower levels (I or II) where appropriate.
What You’ll Do
- Provide paraprofessional instructional support and one-on-one or small-group tutoring as directed by licensed teachers.
- Deliver social, vocational, and daily living instruction to students with disabilities to increase independence.
- Observe, document, and report student progress and behavior; suggest practical modifications based on observations.
- Carry out pre-approved counseling-support activities that build social skills and student self-concept.
- Implement articulation reinforcement lessons and repetitive drills under guidance from speech pathologists when assigned.
- Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families to support individualized education plans (IEPs) and classroom goals.
Qualifications
Education (one of the following, per federal No Child Left Behind standards):
- High school diploma or equivalent, plus one of:
- Successful completion of an approved paraeducator exam (e.g., ParaPro / ParaPathways), or
- At least 48 semester credits (includes 3 credits in math and 3 credits in English), or
- An associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.
Experience requirements by level:
- Educational Assistant I — no prior experience required.
- Educational Assistant II — 1 year general experience.
- Educational Assistant III — 1 year general experience plus 1 year specialized experience (work supporting academic, social, vocational, or behavioral needs of children or students with disabilities).
Acceptable substitutions and additional allowed credits include (examples):
- Child Development Associate credential or related program credit may substitute for part of specialized experience.
- Partial college credits or degrees may substitute for portions of general or specialized experience (see specifics in the full qualification guidance).
- Possession of an associate or bachelor’s degree in education or related fields may substitute for experience requirements.
Compensation & Schedule
- Employment type: Full time — Contract.
- Salary (full-time, monthly):
- 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
Payday: new employees can expect their first paycheck within the first three pay periods. Regular paydays are the 5th and 20th (or the previous business day) of each month.
Additional Requirements & Physical Demands
- Some assignments may require a valid driver’s license.
- Some positions require the ability to lift and carry up to 65 lbs unassisted and/or 100 lbs with assistance.
- Temporary assignments may be extended based on funding and needs; temporary-to-permanent opportunities may be available.
- Applicants must meet all education/experience requirements by the application date. Part-time experience is pro-rated.
Why This Role
- Make a direct impact on elementary students’ learning and life skills in a public school setting.
- Work alongside licensed teachers, specialists, and supportive school staff.
- Clear salary bands and well-defined progression between EA I, II, and III levels.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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