Lanai High & Elementary - Grade K Kaiapuni Kumu,

Lanai High & Elementary - Grade K Kaiapuni Kumu, 610453 (2024-03539) Join to apply for the Lanai High & Elementary - Grade K Kaiapuni Kumu, 610453 (2024-03539) role at Hawaii State Department of Education .DescriptionThe position will focus on teaching Kindergarten students in a Hawaiian Immersion Language framework to develop the proficiency of Hawaiian Language.Minimum QualificationsThe 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.Equal OpportunityThe Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991.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.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.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.Retirement Plan : The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees.Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA) : If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program.Deferred Compensation : The State offers employees a tax deferred retirement investment program.Temporary Disability Insurance : Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness.Workers' Compensation : If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available.Union & Collective Bargaining : Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State.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.Seniority Level Entry levelEmployment Type Full-timeJob Function OtherIndustries Primary and Secondary Education#J-18808-Ljbffr