Description
Are you a dedicated and compassionate educator with a passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs? Moanalua High School is seeking a talented Fully Self-Contained Special Education Teacher to join our team and make a positive impact on the academic and personal growth of our students. If you are committed to fostering inclusivity, building relationships, and creating meaningful learning experiences, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
As a Fully Self-Contained Special Education Teacher at Moanalua High School, you will have the opportunity to work with a small group of students with significant disabilities in a self-contained classroom setting. You will collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and administrators to provide individualized instruction, accommodations, and support to meet the unique needs of each student.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities, including academic, behavioral, and functional goals.
* Provide direct instruction in core academic subjects, life skills, social skills, and functional skills based on students' IEPs and assessed needs.
* Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs, interests, and learning styles of students with disabilities, including modifications and adaptations as needed.
* Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, materials, and technology tools to enhance student engagement and facilitate active learning experiences.
* Collaborate with related service providers, paraprofessionals, and other support staff to implement specialized services and supports as outlined in students' IEPs.
* Monitor student progress, assess learning outcomes, and collect data to inform instructional planning, goal setting, and intervention strategies.
* Implement behavior management techniques, positive reinforcement strategies, and social-emotional learning practices to promote a positive and respectful learning environment.
* Foster a sense of belonging, independence, and self-advocacy among all students through positive relationships, empowerment, and encouragement.
COMMUNITY
Moanalua High School is located on the outskirts of metropolitan Honolulu on the rim of Salt Lake crater, a community comprised of over 37,000 residents. The median household income of residents is $71,065 and about 28% of the community has earned a college degree. Moanalua High School is one of six public high schools in the HIDOE's Central District and serves a diverse population that encompasses all socioeconomic backgrounds and ethnic groups including Filipino, Japanese, Caucasian, Chinese, Korean, African- American, Hawaiian/part-Hawaiian, Samoan, Hispanic, and Pacific Islander backgrounds.
SCHOOL
Moanalua High School was established in September 1972 and graduated its first class in May 1975. Moanalua High School is part of the Hawaii State Department of Education and received full accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and College. Moanalua last underwent an accreditation in 2018 and received the maximum accreditation of six years.
At Moanalua High School, our vision is a community where everyone encourages, creates, and learns and it is our mission to prepare students to responsibly create their future. Current enrollment is 2,102 students in grades 9-12 and approximately 24% of the student body is represented by dependents of military personnel (including Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine, and Coast Guard) who reside in neighboring military housing. 22% of our students qualify for the free/reduced lunch program.
CURRICULUM
A comprehensive curriculum is offered to Moanalua High School students. Curriculum offerings include: college preparatory courses, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career- Technical Education (CTE) pathways, English Language Learner (ELL) pathways, a Comprehensive School Alienation Program, coteaching and integrated support for special education students. Students register for seven periods per semester and each class meets three times a week for approximately 200 minutes per week. Students must meet for 60-minute classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays and on Thursdays and Fridays, students attend 75-minute classes. Each semester is 18 weeks.
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.moanaluahs.org/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.