Kaaawa Elementary: Grade K-6 STEM, Aina, Reading Teacher, 602198 (2026-02582)

About the role

This role involves teaching English Language Arts in the morning, followed by STEM and Aina lessons. Aina lessons focus on environmental care, farm-to-table cultural strategies, and connecting with the local community.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language Arts daily
• Conduct STEM lessons
• Implement Aina lessons focusing on environmental stewardship, farm-to-table practices, and local cultural connections

Requirements

The Hawaii State Department of Education requires a Bachelor's Degree for most teacher positions. For those without a Teacher's Education Program, a valid Hawaii teaching license must be obtained within three years of employment. Enroll in a Program to continue employment and meet licensing requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit upon hire. Applicants must demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

Competitive benefits include:

• 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 (TSA)
• 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. Paydays are on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

Schedule

Teachers work a 10-month work year and enjoy a range of competitive benefits including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, and retirement plan contributions.