PBL-Driven 6-8 Middle School Teacher

Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi is seeking a Middle School Teacher for grades 6-8, focusing on single-subject instruction in Science or ELA. The role emphasizes rigorous, standards-aligned learning through Project-Based Learning and integrates Hawaiian values such as Aloha, Pono, and Kuleana.

You will design long-term projects, mentor a small advisory group, use formative and summative data to guide pacing, and collaborate with colleagues to support adolescent growth in a culturally responsive setting.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and facilitating Project-Based Learning (PBL) units.
• Philosophical alignment with AMLE practices.
• Commitment to positive behavior support and growth mindset.
• Deep knowledge and passion for the subject area.
• Strong collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction for grades 6-8 (Science or ELA) with rigor and mastery of standards.
• Design and facilitate long-term PBL projects and public exhibitions of learning.
• Act as a mentor in advisory programs, supporting academic planning and growth.
• Collect and analyze data to inform pacing and scaffolding for high school readiness.

Skills

PBL design & facilitation

AMLE alignment

SEL implementation

Advisory mentorship

Collaboration in teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or content area

State teaching certification for Middle Grades 6-8

Job description

Alakaʻi O Kauaʻi is seeking a Middle School Teacher for grades 6-8, focusing on single-subject instruction in Science or ELA. The role emphasizes rigorous, standards-aligned learning through Project-Based Learning and integrates Hawaiian values such as Aloha, Pono, and Kuleana.

You will design long-term projects, mentor a small advisory group, use formative and summative data to guide pacing, and collaborate with colleagues to support adolescent growth in a culturally responsive setting.