Keolu Elementary: Special Education Teacher, 606758 (2026-03702)

Hawaii State Department of Education; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii State Department of Education seeks qualified teachers with a Bachelor’s degree as the minimum requirement. A valid Hawaii teaching license is preferred, and new hires without a Teacher Education Program must obtain licensure within 3 years and enroll in an approved program.

Applicants should hold a valid Special Education license from HTSB and have K-12 classroom experience. The role requires planning IEP meetings, independent judgment, and the ability to meet deadlines while

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board.
• Bachelor's Degree required for teachers (CTE excepted).
• If hired without completing a Teacher Education Program, you have a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license and must enroll in a program to continue employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings.
• Exercise independent and professional judgment in daily functions.
• Maintain an effective work pace under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Grasp new concepts quickly and apply them effectively; work well with others.

Skills

Independent judgment

Team collaboration

Work under pressure

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Preferred Qualifications:

Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board.

Desired Experience:

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.

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/. 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.