Naalehu Elementary: Grade PreK-6 School Counselor, 606724 (2026-02907)

The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. The minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian, or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree. If hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, there is a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license. You must enroll in a Program to continue employment with the Department. You must satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements as set forth by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB).

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
• License Requirement: Valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit upon hire
• Enrollment in a Program: Required for employment
• Licensing Requirements: Must meet Hawaii licensing requirements within 3 years of employment
• Active Pursuit: Must demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting licensing requirements

Pay and Benefits

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.

• Compensation: 10-month teachers are compensated according to the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule for working a 10-month work year.
• Sick Leave: 18 days of paid sick leave (6 for personal and/or professional development)
• Health Insurance: State pays part of the premiums for a State-sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Increase take-home pay by deducting health care premiums before payroll taxes.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Reduce federal and state income taxes and social security taxes.
• Retirement Plan: State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Participating employees may contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider.
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary payroll deductions for a tax-sheltered retirement investment program.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Benefits for a disability caused by a non-work-related injury or illness.
• Workers' Compensation: Benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support.

Union & Collective Bargaining

Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance, and other opportunities.

Application Process

To apply, answer the following questions:

• Will you have completed a bachelor's degree or higher by the effective start date of the teaching position?
• Are you currently employed as a Teacher, Librarian, or Counselor (BU05) in the Hawaii State Department of Education?
• Finishing a Hawaii-based Teacher's Education Program:
  • I will be completing my State Approved Teacher's Education Program (SATEP) by the end of this semester?
  • If hired, I know I must submit documents to prove I am enrolled in a SATEP and I must complete it within 3 years of employment.
  • I am currently enrolled in a SATEP and will not graduate by the end of this semester.
  • I completed an out-of-state SATEP.
  • I already completed a SATEP in Hawaii.