JOB
Makalapa Elementary School is located on the slope of Makalapa Crater, which formed perhaps a million years ago. Makalapa is a Hawaiian word that means “ridged features,” referring to the ridge-like features on the side of the crater.MISSIONMakalapa Elementary is a school where our dedicated staff inspire students to be college, career, and citizenship ready.VISIONAll Makalapa students learn, persevere, achieve, and succeed.At Makalapa, we believe . . .* Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.* A student’s self-esteem is enhanced by positive relationships and mutual respect among and between students and staff.* A student learns best when there are appropriate opportunities for success.* Teachers, parents, and the community share the responsibility for the support of the school’s mission.Are you an enthusiastic educator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about fostering the social-emotional well-being of young learners? Do you possess solid instructional strategies and believe in building strong partnerships with families? If so, we encourage you to apply for our Elementary Teacher (K-6) position!In this role, you will: * Create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment that fosters academic growth and social-emotional development.* Develop and implement engaging and differentiated instruction aligned with state standards, catering to the diverse needs and learning styles of all students.* Collaborate effectively with fellow teachers on grade-level planning, curriculum development, and sharing best practices.* Maintain consistent and open communication with parents and guardians, keeping them informed of their child's progress and collaborating on their educational journey.* Utilize a variety of data-driven strategies to assess student progress and adjust instructional methods as needed.
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.makalapael.org/