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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Early Learning Educational Assistant I, II, III (Hawaiian Language) - Hauula Elementary

Hauula, HI 96717

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$3,019.78/mo - $3,526.98/mo

0+ years exp

NEOGOV is looking for Early Learning Educational Assistants to support children in prekindergarten programs at Hauula Elementary. The role involves creating engaging learning environments, supervising children, and collaborating with teachers to implement educational activities.

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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; 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

Qualification

Child Development Associate (CDA)Early Childhood EducationHawaiian LanguageBaccalaureate Level CoursesParaPro AssessmentPositive Social RapportSupervisory SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Successful completion of training for a certificate that meets the requirements for CDA Credential preparation, including but not limited to: University coursework at an acceptable institution of higher learning (e.g., Chaminade, UH System, etc.) or 120 hours of formal training in early childhood education (covering the growth and development of children ages 3 to 5 years) available through community organizations (e.g., PATCH, HIAEYC, etc.)

Be enrolled in a program, coursework, or training that prepares the individual to obtain a CDA Credential (evidence of active pursuit toward completing the program must be provided annually to the EOEL)

Applicants must possess a 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, including 3 credits in math and 3 credits in English courses

An Associate in Arts (AA) or Science (AS) degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by the Hawaii Department of Education, with a minimum of 48 credits for courses that are baccalaureate level

Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment provided by the Education Testing Service (ETS)

Experience which involved direct interaction with people and which demonstrated the ability to provide and elicit information and to observe, evaluate and take action or report accurately on different situations

Demonstrated ability to organize materials, maintain records, and write descriptions of occurrences or observations

Demonstrated awareness of basic educational programs, goals, functions, and activities

Work experience involving direct contact with students and which included student management

Familiarity with common academic, social, behavioral, and developmental problems of students

Experience using a variety of instructional materials, techniques, and equipment

Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position

Ability to speak and understand the ?Olelo Hawai?i (Hawaiian) language

Benefits

Holidays, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave: Many employees enjoy paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.

Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.

Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.

Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.

Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.

Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.

Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.

Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.

Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.

Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.

Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.