Mililani High: Grade 9-12 Algebra 1 & Modern Hawaiian History Teacher, 68355 (2026-03455)

Minimum Qualifications

The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. With the exception of designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions, the minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree.

If you are 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. Within each year of employment, you must 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 have enrolled in is aligned with the teaching line you are hired in.

Upon hire you will need to have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit.

Licensing

• 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 applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule for a 10-month work year.
• Paid Leave: 18 days of paid sick leave (of which 6 can be used for personal and/or professional development) during the school year, provided all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Holidays: Paid state and federal holidays.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays part of the premiums for enrollment in a State-sponsored medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plan.
• Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Employees may increase take-home pay by having the State deduct health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce federal and state income taxes and social security 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 have reached 62 years of age, or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old, may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Eligible employees may contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a tax-deferred retirement investment program with voluntary payroll deductions and several investment options.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work-related injury or illness.
• 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 if an employee is injured on the job.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join a union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some unions provide discounts, insurance, and other opportunities.

12-Month Teachers are represented by the Hawaii State Teachers Association.

The above is intended as a general summary of benefits and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.

Payday

• 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.