Waianae High: Grade 9 Social Studies Teacher, 605137 (2026-02775)

About the role

The Hawaii State Department of Education seeks to hire qualified teachers for the 9th grade Social Studies position. The department requires a Bachelor's Degree as the minimum qualification for the position, except for designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions.

Responsibilities

• Teach 9th grade Social Studies curriculum
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials
• Assess student learning and provide feedback
• Collaborate with colleagues and administration
• Maintain classroom discipline and safety
• Participate in professional development activities

Requirements

• Completed Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit upon hire
• Satisfactory demonstration of active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements within 3 years of employment
• Enrollment in a Hawaii-based Teacher's Education Program

Qualifications

• Passing scores on relevant certification exams
• Experience in teaching 9th grade Social Studies
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage classroom dynamics
• Knowledge of current educational trends and best practices
• Proficiency in using technology for instruction

Benefits

• Compensation based on the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule
• 18 days of paid sick leave
• State/Federal holidays
• Health insurance coverage
• Group life insurance
• Premium conversion plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plan contributions
• Tax shelter annuity (TSA)
• Deferred compensation
• Temporary disability insurance
• Workers' compensation
• Union and collective bargaining rights

Pay

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Paydays are on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

Schedule

This is a 10-month teaching position.

Application Instructions

To apply, please answer the following questions:

• Have you 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?

If you are applying to finish a Hawaii-based Teacher's Education Program, please indicate your status regarding this requirement.