Overlooking historic Pearl Harbor, Aiea High School (AHS), home of Na Alii opened its doors in 1961. The school is centrally located in the Aiea community and sits on 15 acres of land. Aiea High is one of seven schools in the Central Oahu District of the Department of Education and a part of the Aiea Complex. AHS received full accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges in 2019. Students reside in the communities of Aiea, Halawa, Newtown, Pearl Ridge and Waimalu and represent diverse socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Enrollment is approximately 900 students, with 50% receiving free and reduced lunch.
Our Vision: Aiea High School Graduates are lifelong learners who embody Integrity, Grit, and Ohana as stewards of their community.
Our Mission: Aiea High School provides all students with College & Career exploration opportunities in a rigorous & nurturing environment.
Core Values: "Integrity, Grit, Ohana” #IGO
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate High School Social Studies teacher to join our dedicated faculty. The ideal candidate will specialize in Participation in Democracy and Modern History of Hawaii, inspiring students to engage critically with the world around them. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans that align with the curriculum, emphasizing student participation and critical thinking. * Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages active student involvement in discussions and projects. * Integrate technology and real-world examples to enhance learning experiences. * Stay current with educational trends, especially those related to social studies, and incorporate innovative teaching methods. Experience: * Proven success in teaching social studies at the high school level. * Experience incorporating diverse teaching methods to meet the needs of all students.
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://www.aieahs.org
Equal Opportunity
The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.
Certificated 10-Month Teachers enjoy a range of competitive benefits:
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.
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