Waimalu Elementary: Grade 5 Special Education Teacher, 602356 (2026-02670)

About the role

The Hawaii State Department of Education seeks to hire highly qualified teachers in various classrooms, including special education. The department is committed to providing equal opportunities and does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability.

Responsibilities

• Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board.
• Experience in a K-12 school setting preferred.
• Plan and facilitate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings.
• Show independent and professional judgment in daily functions.
• Maintain an effective work pace under pressure.
• Grasp new concepts quickly and apply them effectively.
• Work effectively with others.

Requirements

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.

Qualifications

• Desired Experience: Special education classroom experience in a K-12 school setting.
• Desired Knowledge: Plan and facilitate IEP meetings; exercise independent and professional judgment in daily functions; maintain an effective work pace under pressure; grasp new concepts quickly and apply them effectively; work effectively with others.

Benefits

The Hawaii State Department of Education offers several benefits to its certified 10-month teachers, including:

• Compensation based on the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule.
• 18 days of paid sick leave (6 for personal and/or professional development).
• Health insurance coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans.
• Tax shelter annuities.
• Deferred compensation.
• Temporary disability insurance.
• Workers' compensation.

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

Certificated 10-Month Teachers enjoy a 10-month work year.