Barbers Point Elementary: Grade K-5 School Counselor, 62512 (2026-02552)

About the role

The Hawaii State Department of Education seeks to hire highly qualified teachers, with the minimum qualification being a Bachelor's Degree. For those hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, there is a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license. Enrollment in a Program is required for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach grades K-5
• Implement curriculum aligned with Hawaii standards
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to improve teaching practices
• Participate in professional development activities

Requirements

• Valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit upon hire
• Active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements
• Enrollment in a Teacher's Education Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license if not already obtained

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to adapt to diverse learning needs
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

• Compensation based on the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule
• 18 days of paid sick leave
• State/Federal holidays
• Health insurance
• Group life insurance
• Premium conversion plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plan contributions
• Tax shelter annuity
• Deferred compensation
• Temporary disability insurance
• Social security contributions
• Workers' compensation

Pay

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

Schedule

Teachers are employed on a 10-month schedule.