About This Position
Grade K-5 Special Education Inclusion Teacher
About Our School
Located on the verdant North Shore of Maui overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Ha’iku Elementary School has served as the cornerstone of this vibrant and eclectic Upcountry community for over 100 years.
The vision “We are Growing Together as Lifelong Learners” reflects the spirit of cooperation and collaboration for student success, which is shared by students, parents, community and staff. We are focused on developing the “whole child”.
In addition to academics, Ha’iku School is dedicated to integrating arts, technology, and wellness curriculum, preparing our students to grow, explore, and thrive in our multi-cultural and ever-changing world. Ha'iku School is part of the King Kekaulike Complex, offering a comprehensive Pre-K-grade 5 curriculum.
Our school is situated on a beautifully landscaped campus, featuring lush open spaces for play and outdoor learning. Students are encouraged to explore sustainable agriculture and native plant horticulture through our partnerships with South Maui Sustainability and Grow Some Good. Mala O Ha’iku (The Garden of Ha’iku), our garden, produces fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, bordered with beautiful flowers and river rocks. This open classroom space is used to teach students the process of seed to table agriculture, while infusing love and respect for sustaining the ‘aina.
For further details, please visit our website: https://www.haikuschoolriders.org/
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/).
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For more information about this school, please visit their website at: https://haikuschoolriders.org/