What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher - Grade 4 position at ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY?
JOB POSTING DETAILS
Job Title
Elementary Teacher - Grade 4
Job Type
Full Time
Position Level
Experienced
Job Description
Island Pacific Academy is currently accepting resumes for an elementary teacher position for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have elementary teaching experience, be fully supportive of the school’s mission, vision, and core values, and be expected to be an active participant in her/his team and the greater life of the school. Additionally, a benefit for a potential applicant would be experience in implementing place-based learning, specifically Hawaiian history, language, and culture. Responsibilities include creating integrated lesson plans, instructing students using an inquiry approach, and communicating readily with families when needed or appropriate.
The learning environment at IPA is founded on the constructivist approach, is highly interactive, and encourages children to learn through inquiry and hands-on experiences. Place-based education is a focus of the learning that happens at IPA. Other attributes of an ideal candidate include experience providing differentiated instruction based on students’ needs, effective communication skills, and flexibility in one's perspectives on teaching, learning, and student achievement.
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to send a letter of application, including a resume with at least three references, addressed to Director of Human Resources, Harriet Ngethe, at hngethe@ipahawaii.org
Applicant Requirements
Candidate qualifications include:
$50,000 to $60,000
Education
4 Year Degree
Non-discriminatory Statement
Island Pacific Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of Island Pacific Academy to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Apply To
Ms. Harriet Ngethe
808-674-3523
HNgethe@ipahawaii.org
Job Title
Elementary Teacher - Grade 4
Job Type
Full Time
Position Level
Experienced
Job Description
Island Pacific Academy is currently accepting resumes for an elementary teacher position for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have elementary teaching experience, be fully supportive of the school’s mission, vision, and core values, and be expected to be an active participant in her/his team and the greater life of the school. Additionally, a benefit for a potential applicant would be experience in implementing place-based learning, specifically Hawaiian history, language, and culture. Responsibilities include creating integrated lesson plans, instructing students using an inquiry approach, and communicating readily with families when needed or appropriate.
The learning environment at IPA is founded on the constructivist approach, is highly interactive, and encourages children to learn through inquiry and hands-on experiences. Place-based education is a focus of the learning that happens at IPA. Other attributes of an ideal candidate include experience providing differentiated instruction based on students’ needs, effective communication skills, and flexibility in one's perspectives on teaching, learning, and student achievement.
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to send a letter of application, including a resume with at least three references, addressed to Director of Human Resources, Harriet Ngethe, at hngethe@ipahawaii.org
Applicant Requirements
Candidate qualifications include:
- Preference will be given to applicants with a minimum of a Bachelor in Elementary Education degree.
- Knowledge or experience with Project Based Learning, Inquiry Based Learning and differentiated instruction
- A willingness to be an active and participating member of an innovative and caring group of professional educators.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Creativity - Able to think of new ways to engage students
$50,000 to $60,000
Education
4 Year Degree
Non-discriminatory Statement
Island Pacific Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of Island Pacific Academy to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Apply To
Ms. Harriet Ngethe
808-674-3523
HNgethe@ipahawaii.org
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000