About This Position
Kindergarten Special Education Inclusion Teacher
About Our School
Founded in 1962, Pohakea Elementary School began on the James Campbell High School Campus. The current campus was officially dedicated on April 2, 1974.
The name "Pohakea" comes from the two Hawaiian words: "Poha" meaning "to give forth", and "Kea" meaning "light."
Pohakea's School Community Council was established in the spring of 2006 and is an integral part of implementing the school's vision.
Mission & Vision
Engage... Empower... Enlighten
Students FIRST
Take care of Yourself, Others, and this Place
Reach beyond what we think is possible
Inspire innovation and critical thinking
Value and embrace learning, as we STRIVE toward...
Engagement, Empowerment, and Enlightenment; our VISION
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/).
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://pohakea.k12.hi.us/