Ewa Elementary: Grade K-6 Teacher

We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher that enjoys working at a school site that requires collaboration amongst the staff, the district, and the community to optimize and expand the student learning experience. The position is for PreK through 5th grade working with students in a fully self-contained class with additional adult support such as an Educational Assistant. Our school aims to work collaboratively with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and inspire a positive learning atmosphere where teachers and staff know that they each play an important role in developing and maintaining a student focused learning program.

We hope you will join our amazing Bee Hive and become a Bee!

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

• Special education classroom experience in a K-12 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 teachinhawaii.org 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 at hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org.