Mililani Uka Grade K-5 Special Education Teacher (2024-00620)

Description

Mililani Uka Elementary School is poetically translated as: Nestled in the uplands - the beloved place (of the chiefs). The name of this school should be pronounced mee-lee-la-knee u-ka. "Uka" is directional and can be found abundantly in Hawaiian songs, poetry, and prose.

The school is nestled between the Wai'anae and Ko'olau mountains, both important water sources for the present-day community of Mililani. "Mililani" refers to a new and ever-expanding community with shopping centers, recreational parks, and a golf course. The name, Mililani, however, has links to famous individuals including Princess Victoria Kamamalu and John Papa I'i. Major streets carry the traditional Hawaiian names for stars, days and nights of the lunar calendar.

The steep ridge which forms one long wall of the Kipapa Gulch serves as the foundation on which the community and school were built. This area was called the Kanoenoe Plains.

The plains of Kanoenoe is west of the Gulch. Poems and songs of old recall the considerable abundance of winds of this area, blowing from Pu'uloa (Pearl Harbor) or seaward to the islands, from mountain base (Wai'anae) to mountain base (Ko'olau) and vice versa. In modern times, the area became heavily cultivated with sugar cane fields. Earlier records also indicate that in the 1800s, Kanoenoe was riddled with missionary endeavors, churches, settlements, and schools established by missionaries.

By no mistake, the area where Mililani Uka Elementary now stands has always been held in high esteem. The love and care that the people of old held for this area are well illustrated in the name.

The 'aina or land that offered up so many blessings and the people who were noted for their gracious hospitality and love for the 'aina are two lasting, cherished qualities of a school community. Nestled between two prominent mountain ranges, Mililani Uka is truly the beloved place.

We are searching for an enthusiastic elementary teacher who enjoys working with students and adults. The ideal applicant is dedicated to the teaching profession and can contribute positively to our school culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Will be working with students who have autism or other developmental disabilities in Kindergarten or Grade 1. Students have specialized learning requirements including behavioral issues.

Will be working with Educational Assistants (EAs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and Licensed Behavior Analysts (LBAs).

Skills Needed:

Compassionate and patient approach to working with students

Strong communication and collaboration skills with students, parents, and colleagues

Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual student needs

Effective classroom management and behavior intervention skills

Ability to develop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Ability to facilitate IEP meetings

Knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations

Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current in the field of special education

Minimum Qualifications

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/).

Supplemental Information

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.

For more information about this school, please visit their website at: https://www.mililaniuka.org/

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Certificated 10-Month Teachers enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Compensation: 10-month teachers shall be compensated for the applicable Bargaining Unit 05 10-month salary schedule for working a 10-month work year. Salaries, Benefits, and Support - Teach in Hawaii

• 18 Days of Paid Sick Leave and State/Federal Holidays: 10-month teachers receive 18 days of paid sick leave (of which 6 can be utilized for personal and/or professional development purposes) during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.

• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan. For more information, please visit the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund | Home to see premiums and contributions for Bargaining Unit 05 members.

• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.

• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.

• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex (nbsbenefits.com) This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.

• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees.
  
  Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits. For more information, please visit ERS (ehawaii.gov)

• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program.
  
  The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.

• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program.
  
  This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.

• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.

• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.

• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.

• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation.
  
  Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. 12-Month Teachers are represented by the Hawaii State Teachers Association. More information can be found at by visiting the HSTA.

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.

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Will you have completed a bachelor's degree or higher by July 30, 2024?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Hawaii State Department of Education

Address P.O. Box 2360

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804

Website https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org