Pahoa Elementary: Grade K-6 Special Education Teacher, 601875 (2026-03382)

Pahoa Elementary School is looking for a passionate, dedicated Inclusion Special Education Teacher to join our 'ohana. In this role, you will work collaboratively alongside general education teachers to co-teach, differentiate instruction, and ensure every student has equal access to learning in an inclusive classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach and differentiate instruction in an inclusive classroom setting
• Plan and facilitate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings
• Exercise independent and professional judgment in carrying out daily functions
• Maintain an effective work pace under pressure to meet deadlines
• Grasp new concepts quickly and apply them effectively
• Work effectively with others

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (minimum qualification for teacher, librarian, or counselor positions)
• Valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit upon hire
• If hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, you must enroll in and complete a program within 3 years to maintain employment
• Must demonstrate active pursuit of Hawaii licensing requirements each year of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board
• Special education classroom experience in a K-12 school setting

Benefits

• Compensation: 10-month salary based on Bargaining Unit 05 schedule
• Paid Leave: 18 days of paid sick leave (6 can be used for personal/professional development) plus 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 deduction 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-contributed retirement plan (eligibility for benefits 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 provider
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary payroll deductions for tax-deferred retirement investments
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Benefits for non-work-related injuries or illnesses
• Social Security: State contributions to your social security account
• Workers' Compensation: Medical expense coverage and partial wage support for job-related injuries
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Right to join the Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA) for representation and additional benefits

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. Compensation follows the Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule.

Schedule

10-month work year (school year schedule).

Learn more about Pahoa Elementary School.