Preschool Teaching Assistant

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Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community we would love to have you join our ohana!

Kamehameha Schools is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support our Eat Hawaii region. This is a Mf full time position.

Job Summary

The Teaching Assistant plays an integral role within the Preschool instructional team to enhance student learning by supporting the teacher in delivering a Hawaiian CultureBased Education program that fosters Christian values. Ensures the safety and security of students while maintaining appropriate teachertostudent ratios. Assists with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities providing direct instructional support through individual small group and large group interactions. Contributes to a positive learning environment supports student assessments and maintains communication with families to support each childs progress. Maintains required certifications to meet program needs.

Essential Responsibilities

Supervision

• Supervises student behavior independently and under the teachers direction employing early childhood behavior management strategies aligned with school policies and procedures.

• Supervises students in various settings such as during breaks or group activities to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.

Program Support

• Assists in the preparation of classroom materials and maintaining classroom organization including snack menu planning and supply management.

• Takes responsibility for maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment by regularly scanning for safety concerns ensuring proper sanitation of all areas and adhering to Kamehameha Schools and state licensing health and safety policies and procedures.

• Maintains student records including attendance and other necessary documentation and communicates student needs to the teacher and other staff members.

• Actively participates in required professional development and training sessions staying uptodate with technology and educational practices relevant to early childhood education.

Family Engagement

Position Requirements

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

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Ability to obtain one of the following within 2 years of hire:

  • Associates Degree in ECE

  • Associates Degree and 9 ECE credits

  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification

  • 2 years of college 60 credits) with College Certificate of Recognition in Early Childhood 16 credits)

• Valid Hawaii Drivers License or ability to acquire a valid Hawaii Drivers License within 6 months of hire.

• Ability to become certified in Community First Aid and Pediatric CPR certified.

• Ability to acquire Department of Health Food Handlers Certification.

• Ability to implement and support early childhood behavior management strategies that promote positive student behavior and classroom management.

• Patience and understanding of the developmental needs of young children with a focus on creating a nurturing and safe environment.

• Experience in maintaining a structured safe classroom environment while supervising students independently or under the teachers direction.

• Proficiency in using classroom technology and educational tools for lesson support and student assessments.

• Ability to build strong relationships with students and their families to foster a positive learning environment.

• Team player able to collaborate effectively with teachers and other staff.

• Adaptability in meeting the diverse needs of students and implementing individualized support strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with early childhood behavior management strategies such as Positive Behavior Support (PBS) or other ageappropriate behavior techniques

• 1 year of experience in a classroom setting ideally with preschool or early childhood students

• Previous involvement in planning and implementing learning activities or assisting in instructional roles

• Familiarity with culturally relevant curricula especially Hawaiian culturebased education

• Community First Aid and Pediatric CPR certified

• Department of Health Food Handlers certified

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Frequently sits stands walks bends stoops and performs deskbased tasks including grasping lifting pushing pulling and carrying up to 30 pounds.

• Engages in activities that require frequent twisting squatting kneeling climbing reaching above shoulder height and performing fine manipulation tasks

Working Conditions (including Environmental Conditions)

• This position requires working indoors and outdoors at the preschool multiple times throughout the day.

• This position requires work at offsite locations (indoor and outdoor) for the entire school day.

• This position may involve traveling to various locations including neighbor islands to conduct business.

• This position may require working at various locations within the region for which this position is posted.

• Work is conducted in an classroom environment and may require work to be conducted in nonstandard workplaces.

• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours.

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 expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Compensation and Benefits

At Kamehameha Schools (KS) we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KSs dedication to the physical mental and financial wellbeing of our employee ohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

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