Waikoloa Elementary & Middle - Grade 3 Teacher (2024-01741)

Description

Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated 3rd Grade Teacher to join our 'ohana (family) at the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year. Located in the Waikoloa area on the west side of the island of Hawaii, our school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where all students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

About Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School:
Nestled in the heart of the Waikoloa community, our school embodies the spirit of aloha, celebrating diversity, culture, and collaboration. In our K-8 environment, students have the unique opportunity to learn and grow within a small, tight-knit community where every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to succeed.

At Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence where every student has the opportunity to flourish. Our dedicated team of educators works tirelessly to provide engaging and rigorous instruction that inspires a lifelong love for learning and empowers students to reach their full potential.

Examples of Duties

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative 3rd Grade Teacher to inspire and educate our young learners. Responsibilities include:

-Planning and delivering dynamic and differentiated instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners and aligns with state standards.

-Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel valued, supported, and engaged in their learning journey.

-Integrating strategies from research-based pedagogies to promote critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration among students.

-Using a variety of assessment strategies to monitor student progress and provide targeted intervention and support as needed.

-Collaborating with colleagues to share best practices, resources, and strategies to ensure the academic success and well-being of all students.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, candidates should possess the following qualifications:

-Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field.

- Valid teaching license/certification.

- Experience teaching elementary school, preferably at the 3rd-grade level.

- Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum and instructional strategies.

- Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about inspiring young minds, dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, and ready to make a positive impact at Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School, we invite you to apply! Please submit the following documents with your application at hawaiischooljobs.org:

• Resume/CV
  
• Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position.
  
• Contact information for three professional references.

Mahalo for considering this opportunity, and we look forward to welcoming a dedicated 3rd Grade Teacher to our 'ohana!

The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. With the exception of designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions, the minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree.

If you are 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 with the Department. Within each year of employment, you must satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements, as set forth by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB). It is your responsibility to ensure the program you have enrolled is aligned with the teaching line you are hired in.

Upon hire you will need to have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit. You may apply for your Hawaii teaching license on the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Website (https://hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org/).

Supplemental Information

Please visit www.teachinhawaii.org to review the eligibility requirements for all bonuses, differentials, and initial salary placement. To obtain a Hawaii Teaching License, which is required to receive any salary differentials, please apply with the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board at www.hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org.

For more information about this school, please visit their website at: http://waikoloaschool.org

Certificated 10-Month Teachers enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Compensation: 10-month teachers shall be compensated for the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule for working a 10-month work year. Salaries, Benefits, and Support - Teach in Hawaii
• 18 Days of Paid Sick Leave and State/Federal Holidays: 10-month teachers receive 18 days of paid sick leave (of which 6 can be utilized for personal and/or professional development purposes) during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan. For more information, please visit the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund | Home to see premiums and contributions for Bargaining Unit 05 members.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex (nbsbenefits.com) This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits. For more information, please visit ERS (ehawaii.gov)
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• 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. 12-Month Teachers are represented by the Hawaii State Teachers Association. More information can be found at by visiting the HSTA.

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.