Description
This position is responsible for teaching:

• CTE- Natural Resources @ Ka'u High School (Grade 9-12)
• CTE- Public and Human Services @ Ka'u High School (Grade 9-12)

About Us
Ka'u Academies Promise
"In Ka'u, academies give me purpose. They make me feel confident, supported, and motivated to explore my hopes and dreams, and discover new ones. I am building skills for success in career and life and I'm growing comfortable in the security of my future. Academies instill pride for Ka'u's culture and history by connecting students with the community to care for our 'ohana from mauka to makai."
Vision
All students of Ka`u High and Pahala Elementary School purposefully pursue their passions and demonstrate pride in their culture, history, and community with academic and technical skills that ensure success in their careers, lives, and futures.
Mission
In partnership with the community, Ka`u High and Pahala Elementary School empowers all students by providing authentic innovative learning opportunities throughout all academic experiences.
BACKGROUND
Ka'u High & Pahala Elementary School is a small, rural, K-12 school, founded in 1881. It is located in the southern district of Ka'u in the town of Pahala on the island of Hawai'i. Ka'u is the largest district in the state and encompasses 600,000 acres.
The three major communities in the district are Pahala, Na`alehu-Waiohinu (located approximately 12 miles southwest of Pahala, including Mark Twain, Green Sands, and Discovery Harbor subdivisions), and Hawaiian Ocean View Estates/Ocean View Ranchos (located approximately 27 miles southwest of Pahala).
Two schools serve the district, Ka`u High & Pahala Elementary School (K-12) and Na`alehu Elementary School (K-6). Na'alehu School was a K-8 school until 2005-06 when 8th grade students joined Ka'u High & Pahala Elementary School. Na'alehu 7th graders joined the Ka'u campus during the 2009-10 school year.
Public transportation, through the County of Hawai'i bus system, services the Ka'u district. School buses provide students who live in outlying areas with transportation to and from school. The school had two vans donated and two full sized buses purchased with grant funds which allow more opportunities to transport students to athletic events and field trips.
ALMA MATER
Here's to thee who's name we'll ever
Cherish in our song
Honor, love, and true devotion
All to thee belong
Ka'u High School Alma Mater
True to thee we'll stand
You're the pride of our
Hawaii, Our Hawaii nei
SCHOOL COLORS
Maroon and White
SCHOOL MASCOT
Trojans
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Ka'u High & Pahala Elementary's entire campus encompasses thirty-three acres. The campus is divided into three distinct areas: Elementary (K-6), MS (7-8), and High School (9-12). The main building houses the administrative offices, registrar, Student Services Coordinator, and numerous classrooms.
Other buildings include the music building, industrial arts facility, physical education building, agricultural building, greenhouses, MS/building H, gymnasium, cafeteria, and elementary buildings which houses the office of the health aide and the special education fully self-contained classroom.
The county swimming pool, gym, and football field are located on the campus. Adjoining the campus are the county tennis court, ballpark, and district gym.
ACCREDITATION
Ka'u High and Pahala Elementary School is currently accredited by the Western Association for Schools and Colleges.
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.khpes.orgCertificated 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.