Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary - PreK Special Education Teacher

Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School (PHKES) is a diverse, caring, and outstanding learning environment serving the Hale Moku and Ford Island communities. Established in 1942, PHKES educates approximately 400 students from preschool to sixth grade, with 86% of the student body being military‑impacted and 14% residing in Hawaii permanently. The school fosters a strong sense of "Ohana" (family) through its Choose Aloha Program and uses the Anchored for Life program to assist families in transitions, deployments, and the unique needs of military impacted life.

PHKES actively involves parents in school decision‑making through organizations like the Parent Teacher Student Organization, School Community Council, and Focus Groups. PHKES is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is an AVID‑certified school, implementing real‑world learning opportunities to develop critical thinking, collaboration, and communication to prepare students to be globally competitive and compassionate citizens of the world.

• Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board.

Special education classroom experience in a PK‑2 school setting.

Plan and facilitate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings; exercise independent and professional judgment in carrying out daily functions; maintain an effective work pace under pressure to meet deadlines; grasp new concepts quickly and apply them effectively; work effectively with others.

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). It is your responsibility to ensure the program you have enrolled is aligned with the teaching line you are hired in.

Upon hire you will need to have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit. You may apply for your Hawaii teaching license on the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Website  Please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to review the eligibility requirements for all bonuses, differentials, and initial salary placement. To obtain a Hawaii Teaching License, which is required to receive any salary differentials, please apply with the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board aiiteacherstandardsboard.org.

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