Molokai Middle: Grade 8 English Language Arts Teacher, 65941 (2026-03172)

Grade 8 English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher focused on delivering rigorous, standards-based instruction to transition students into high school-level literacy. This role emphasizes critical thinking through complex text analysis, writing development across genres, and strong communication and vocabulary skills.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Instruction
  • Design and execute engaging daily lessons aligned with state and district standards (e.g., Common Core) in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
  • Guide students through deep analysis of novels, short stories, poetry, essays, and primary source documents at 8th-grade reading levels.
  • Instruct students in the full writing process (pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing) across narrative, argumentative, and informative essays, emphasizing evidence-based claims.
  • Teach grammar, mechanics, academic vocabulary, and sentence structure in context to improve student writing and speech.
• Assessment & Student Growth
  • Administer formative and summative assessments to gauge comprehension, track progress, and adjust teaching strategies.
  • Adapt instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, supporting students with IEPs/504 plans and English Language Learners (ELL), while challenging advanced learners.
  • Provide timely, constructive feedback on student writing and assignments to encourage continuous improvement.
• Classroom Management & Culture
  • Maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that encourages civil discussion, intellectual curiosity, and mutual respect.
  • Implement clear expectations, routines, and restorative practices consistent with school policies.
• Collaboration & Professional Development
  • Maintain proactive communication with families regarding student academic progress, achievements, and behavioral needs.
  • Collaborate regularly with Grade 8 interdisciplinary teams, ELA department colleagues, and support staff (e.g., specialists, counselors) to align curriculum and support individual student needs.
  • Participate in professional development workshops, department meetings, and school-wide initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Middle School Education, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Valid state teaching certification/license in Middle School ELA or English (Grades 5/6–8/9).

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.

Benefits

• Compensation: 10-month salary based on the Bargaining Unit 05 schedule.
• Paid Leave: 18 days of paid sick leave (6 may be used for personal/professional development) and state/federal holidays.
• Health Insurance: State-sponsored medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plans with partial premium coverage.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Pre-tax deductions for health care premiums to increase take-home pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Tax-savings program to reduce federal/state income and social security taxes.
• Retirement Plan: State contributions to a retirement plan for eligible employees (benefits available after 10 years of service at age 62, or 30 years at age 55).
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Pre-tax contributions to an employee-selected investment service provider.
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary payroll deductions for tax-deferred retirement investments.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Benefits for non-work-related injuries or illnesses.
• Social Security & Workers' Compensation: State contributions to social security and coverage for work-related injuries.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Right to join the Hawaii State Teachers Association for representation and additional benefits.