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Puuhale Elementary - Preschool Special Education Teacher, 605314 (2025-03937)


Company : Hawaii State Department of Education


Location : Honolulu, HI


Created : 2026-01-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Preferred Qualifications: Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. Desired Experience: Special education classroom experience  in a PK-2 school setting. Desired Knowledge: Plan and facilitate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings; e xercise 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. xijylhu You may apply for your Hawaii teaching license on the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Website (). Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. Please visit 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 . Compensation details: 51835-72941 Yearly Salary PI3390127a26a1-3