Kealakehe Intermediate: Grade 8 School Counselor, 605057 (2026-03230)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (with the exception of designated Career and Technology Education positions).
• If hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, you must enroll in a program and obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license within 3 years.
• Must demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements (as set by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board) each year of employment.
• Must have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit upon hire (apply via the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Website).

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Schedule: 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.
• Salary: 10-month teachers shall be compensated for the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule for working a 10-month work year.
• Paid Leave: 18 days of paid sick leave (6 can be used for personal/professional development) during the school year, provided conditions under the collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Health Insurance: State-paid portion of premiums for Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan (if eligible).
• Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Reduce taxable income by having health care premiums deducted pre-tax.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Reduce federal/state income and Social Security taxes through tax-savings benefit program.
• Retirement Plan: State contributes to a retirement plan. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service who reach age 62, or 30 years of credited service at age 55, may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider.
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary payroll deductions for a tax-deferred retirement investment program.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Benefits for disability caused by non-work related injury or illness (if qualified).
• Social Security: State contributes to employee's Social Security account.
• Workers' Compensation: Benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support for on-the-job injuries.
• Union Representation: 12-Month Teachers are represented by the Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA).