Kapaa Elementary: Grade K-5 Teacher, 66511 (2026-02010

Position: Kapaa Elementary: Grade K-5 Teacher, 66511 (2026-02010)
Location: Kapa‘a

Description

Kapa'a Elementary School is seeking dynamic, culturally responsive, and student-centered Elementary School Teachers for Grades K-5. The elementary school teacher is responsible for creating a supportive, high-engagement classroom environment that fosters academic excellence and social-emotional growth. In alignment with HIDOE's Na Hopena A?o (HA) framework, teachers will cultivate a deep sense of Belonging, Responsibility, Excellence, Aloha, Total Well-being, and Hawai?i (BREATH) across all aspects of the school day.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Instructional Delivery & Differentiation Plan, prepare, and deliver rigorous lessons aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and Hawaii Core Standards for Social Studies (HCSSS). Integrate Hawaii-specific cultural contexts, place-based learning, and the HA framework into the daily curriculum to make learning relevant for our keiki.

Differentiate instructional materials and strategies to meet the diverse academic, linguistic, and socio-emotional needs of all learners, including English Learners (EL) and students receiving Special Education (SpEd) services. Utilize active student discourse strategies (such as regular Turn-and-Talks and peer-to-peer accountability share-outs) to move away from passive learning.
2. Data-Driven Assessment & Planning Implement a balanced system of formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and mastery of grade-level benchmarks. Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and Data Teams to analyze student data, track Tier 1 and Tier 2 growth, and adjust teaching strategies accordingly. Manage student records, input grades, and maintain precise attendance logs within the HIDOE student information system (Infinite Campus).

3. Classroom Management & Culture Establish a safe, structured, and joyful classroom environment rooted in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Maximize instructional time by implementing clear routines, smooth physical transitions, and high behavioral expectations. Organize learning environments (classroom setup, small group tables, and carpet meeting spaces) to maximize student focus and facilitate collaborative learning.

4. Collaboration & Support Services Partner with Grade Level Chairs (GLCs), instructional coaches, and specialized personnel (including Student Support Committees (SSC), Mokihana/SBBH workers, and counseling teams) to implement wrap-around interventions for students. Collaborate with academic support staff, adult supervisors, and technology coordinators to maximize the impact of resources on student achievement.
5. Family & Community Engagement Maintain proactive, empathetic, and collaborative partnerships with parents, guardians, and extended ?ohana regarding student progress. Actively engage in campus-wide cultural traditions and student milestones (such as the annual May Day Ho?ike and elementary transition events) that celebrate the diverse voices and growth of our student body.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Licensure:
Valid Hawaii State Teacher License issued by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB) in Elementary Education (K-6), or eligibility to obtain an emergency/provisional HTSB license. Knowledge &

Skills:

Solid foundational knowledge of child development, early literacy acquisition, and foundational mathematical reasoning. Proficiency in integrating classroom educational technology (such as Google Workspace for Education and interactive displays). Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills suited for a collaborative school environment.

Preferred Qualifications Experience working within a Title I school setting, diverse student populations, or rural island communities. Demonstrated familiarity with place-based educational models, trauma-informed practices, and Hawaiian cultural values. Proven track record of managing well-balanced classroom sections with a focus on student engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. With the exception of designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions, the minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree.

If you are hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, you have a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license. You must enroll in a Program to continue employment with the Department. Within each year of employment, you must satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements, as set forth by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB).

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