Kahuku High & Intermediate: Grade 9 US History Teacher, 69584 (2026-03261)

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 and demonstrate active pursuit of licensing requirements annually, as set by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB). It is your responsibility to ensure your program aligns with the teaching position you are hired for. Upon hire, you must have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit.

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.

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 or professional development) and state/federal holidays.
• Health Insurance: The State covers part of the premiums for medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plans if eligible.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Employees may deduct health care premiums before taxes to increase take-home pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Reduces federal and state income 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 aged 62 (or 30 years of service at age 55) may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Eligible employees may contribute pre-tax dollars to an investment service provider.
• Deferred Compensation: A tax-deferred retirement investment program with voluntary payroll deductions and multiple investment options.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Benefits may be available for non-work-related injuries or illnesses.
• Social Security: The State contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: Covers medical expenses and partial wage support for job-related injuries.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees may join the union (e.g., Hawaii State Teachers Association) for collective bargaining and additional benefits.

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