What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Teacher SY 2025-2026 position at Our Savior Lutheran School?
Elementary School Teacher Job Description
Our Savior Lutheran School/Cross Academy
98-1098 Moanalua Rd., Aiea, HI 96701
Website: osls-hawaii.org
Status: Full-Time, 10-month
Salary: According to LCMS-CNH Salary Scale (based on experience)
Payment Terms: This position follows the school calendar with payment beginning on August 15th and ending on July 31st (paid out over a 12-month period in semi-monthly payments).
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m. (except breaks and holidays), late July-May
Purpose of the Position:
- To teach the Word of God and the required curriculum for the assigned grade.
- To assist the Principal in establishing a Christian learning environment in the school.
- To work with students and their families to assist them in becoming responsible members of the Body of Christ.
Academic/Professional Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Secondary Education
- Received or currently pursuing Hawaii Teaching License or equivalent
- Positive Christian role model
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (can be received later)
Key Competencies & Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Professional personal presentation
- Organizing and planning
- Attention to detail
- Initiative
- Reliability
- Personal emotional management
- Ability to work as part of a team
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Relate instruction to the Christian objectives in the school
- Communicate effectively with parents, both in written form and in personal contact when necessary
- Make effective long-range and short-term (daily lesson plans) planning for classroom instruction.
- Counsel with students individually when necessary
- Maintain adequate records of student attendance and achievement.
- Execute the standardized testing program, record, study and utilize the results.
- Assist with special school programs, religious services, projects and extracurricular activities as agreed on and according to one’s contract or other written agreement
- Be responsible for playground, lunchroom, hallway and other supervision as assigned by the Principal.
- Grow professionally through educational readings, attendance at workshops and participation in graduate courses
- Understanding of educational technology, including School Information System, Gradelink and IXL.
- Other duties as directed by the Principal.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000