Inouye Elementary: Librarian Teacher, 62776 (2026-03176)

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian, or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree, except for designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions.

If 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 and, within each year of employment, satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit toward meeting Hawaii licensing requirements as set forth by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB). It is your responsibility to ensure the program you enroll in aligns 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.

Benefits

• Compensation: 10-month teachers are compensated according to the Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule.
• Paid Leave: 18 days of paid sick leave (6 of which can be used for personal and/or professional development) during the school year, plus State and Federal holidays.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a portion of premiums for Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plans.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Employees may increase take-home pay by deducting health care premiums before taxes.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce taxes through a tax-savings benefit program.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who are 62 years old (or 30 years of service at age 55) may retire and receive benefits. More information.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Eligible employees may contribute pre-tax dollars to an investment service provider.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a tax-deferred retirement investment program with multiple investment options.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may receive benefits for non-work-related disabilities.
• Social Security: The State contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: Benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available for job-related injuries.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union (e.g., Hawaii State Teachers Association) for collective bargaining, discounts, and other opportunities.

The above is a general summary of benefits and is subject to change. Benefits vary by employment type and collective bargaining agreements.

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 the previous business day) of every month.