Job Details

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: Ability to 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 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 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 enroll in aligns with the teaching line you are hired for.

Upon hire, you will need a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit. You may apply for your Hawaii teaching license on the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board website ( Please visit www.teachinhawaii.org to review eligibility requirements for bonuses, differentials, and initial salary placement. To obtain a Hawaii Teaching License, which is required for salary differentials, apply through the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board at