High School Mathematics Teacher

Hawai'i Technology Academy; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 56,918 - 95,632; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plan

Temporary Disability Insurance

Workers' Compensation

Union representation

Job summary

Hawai'i Technology Academy in Waipahu is looking for a dynamic High School Math Teacher for grades 9-12. This full-time position requires a passion for engaging students in a blended learning environment, incorporating both in-person and virtual instruction. Ideal candidates will hold a valid Hawaiʻi teaching license and a degree in a related field, with at least three years of teaching experience. Compensation ranges from $56,918 to $95,632 per year, based on qualifications and experience, with additional benefits including health insurance and paid sick leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience teaching high school Mathematics.
• Completed education program for Hawaii teaching license if hired without it.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily face-to-face and online instruction in Math.
• Prepare courses and design project-based lessons.
• Serve as a high school advisor with an SEL focus.
• Hold tutoring sessions with students.
• Organize subject-specific field trips.
• Research best practices in blended learning.
• Collaborate with Administration and middle school team.
• Participate in meetings and school events.

Skills

Instructional excellence

Adaptability

Creativity

Innovation

Support for students

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science, Math, Engineering, or Education

Valid Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board license

Job description

Position Title: High School MathGrades 9-12

Employment Type: Full Time 10 month

Appointment Type: Regular, SY26-27

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification: HSTA BU05, Certificated

Salary Range: $56,918.00- $95,632.00

Requisition #: REQ-SY2627-TCH-047

Start Date: SY2026-2027. July 27, 2026. New Hire Training July 23-24, 2026.

Position Overview

Hawaii Technology Academy (HTA), a statewide public charter school, seeks a dynamic and innovative high school Math teacher to deliver engaging instruction within a blended learning environment. This position supports HTA’s mission-driven instructional model through both face-to-face and virtual learning modalities.

The ideal candidate demonstrates instructional excellence, adaptability, creativity, innovation and a commitment to supporting students academically and socially in alignment with the school’s approved charter contract and state reporting requirements.

Description

Example of Duties (include but are not limited to):

• Providing daily face-to-face and/or online instruction to students in various high school Math courses
• Preparing courses and designing project-based lessons
• Serving as a high school advisor with a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) focus in line with school guidelines
• Holding tutoring sessions with individual students and small groups
• Organizing subject-specific field trips and projects in accordance with school safety and administrative approval protocols
• Researching and developing best practices in blended learning History curricula for high school students as part of Professional Development expectations
• Working collaboratively with Administration and the middle school team
• Participating in required meetings, professional development, and school events

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board (HTSB) teaching license appropriate to the position. Preferably Grades 9-12 Math license designation. https://hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org/
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a Science field, Math, Engineering, or Education and
• A minimum of three years experience teaching a wide range of middle upper school Mathematics.

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 HTA PCS. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Hawaii Technology Academy PCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with State and federal law.

Additional Conditions of Employment

Successful completion of a background check, TB clearance, Verification of education and employment history, and ability to meet all State employment eligibility requirements. Employee must comply with all mandatory reporting obligations under HRS350-1.1 and all applicable state and federal laws governing educators.

Compensation & Benefits: Salary Range: $56,918.00- $95,632.00 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Submit Form 5 or Personnel Action Form, if applicable.

BENEFITS

• Paid Sick Leave and State/Federal Holidays: 10-month teachers receive 18 days of paid sick leave (of which 10 days 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 HTA PCS 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 Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund 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.
• Employee Assistance Program paid by Employer.
• 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 FSA - Health and Dependent Care Assistance (DCAP) 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.
• 403B - Retirement Plan: 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.
• 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. 10-Month Teachers are represented by the Hawaii State Teachers Association. More information can be found by visiting 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.