Farrington High: Grade 9-12 Music Teacher, 606438 (2026-01914)

Hawaii State Department of Education•Honolulu, HI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The High School Music Teacher designs and delivers a comprehensive music program for students in grades 9–12. This multifaceted role requires a versatile educator capable of fostering a deep appreciation for music through non-performance classroom instruction (General Music), while simultaneously directing and conducting elite performance ensembles (Concert/Marching Band and String/Full Orchestra). The ideal candidate inspires artistic growth, technical proficiency, and collaboration across diverse student skill levels.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Must have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit upon hire.
If hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, you have a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license.
Must enroll in a Program to continue employment with the Department.
Must satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements, as set forth by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB) within each year of employment.
Must ensure the program enrolled in is aligned with the teaching line hired in.

Responsibilities

Designs and delivers a comprehensive music program for students in grades 9–12.
Fosters a deep appreciation for music through non-performance classroom instruction (General Music).
Directs and conducts elite performance ensembles (Concert/Marching Band and String/Full Orchestra).
Inspires artistic growth, technical proficiency, and collaboration across diverse student skill levels.