Waimea Elementary: Grade K Special Education Teacher, 603906 (2026-01138)

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board.

Preferred Qualifications

• Special education classroom experience in a K-12 school setting.

Desired Knowledge

• 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

The minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian, or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree (except for designated Career and Technology Education positions). 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 must demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements each year. You are responsible for ensuring the program aligns with your teaching line. Upon hire, you will need a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit (apply via the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Website).

Benefits

Certificated 10-month teachers enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Compensation: 10-month teachers are compensated on the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule.
• Paid Sick Leave & Holidays: 18 days of paid sick leave (6 can be used for personal/professional development) during the school year, plus state/federal holidays.
• Health Insurance: State-paid portion of premiums for Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental plans.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Deduct health care premiums before payroll taxes to increase take-home pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Reduce federal/state income and Social Security taxes through tax-savings.
• Retirement Plan: State contributes to a retirement plan; benefits generally available with at least 10 years of credited service and age 62, or 30 years and age 55.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): Pre-tax contributions to an employee-selected investment provider.
• Deferred Compensation: Tax-sheltered retirement investment program with voluntary payroll deductions.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Benefits for non-work-related injury or illness.
• Social Security: State contributes to your Social Security account.
• Workers' Compensation: Medical expenses and partial wage support for job-related injuries.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Right to join the Hawaii State Teachers Association (for 12-month teachers) for collective bargaining and representation.

This summary is subject to change and does not constitute a contract. Benefits vary by appointment type and collective bargaining agreements.