Farrington High: Grade 9-12 Special Education Science Inclusion Teacher, 75867 (2026-01919)

Hawaii State Department of Education • Honolulu, HI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Special Education Educator at Farrington High School, serving grades 9-12. The role involves co-teaching and facilitating inclusive science education for students with diverse learning needs. The teacher will partner with general education science teachers to create a supportive environment where students with IEPs can access and master Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) curricula, including Biology, Chemistry, and Physical Science.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (minimum qualification for teacher, librarian, or counselor positions, with exceptions for designated CTE positions).
• If hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license.
• Enrollment in a Program to continue employment with the Department.
• Satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements each year of employment.
• Upon hire, must have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Special Education license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board.
• Special education classroom experience in a K-12 school setting.

Responsibilities

• Co-teaching and facilitating inclusive science education for students with diverse learning needs across grades 9–12.
• Partnering with general education science teachers.
• Creating an equitable and supportive environment where students with IEPs successfully access and master Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) curricula (including Biology, Chemistry, and Physical Science).
• Plan and facilitate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings.
• Exercise independent and professional judgment in carrying out daily functions.
• Maintain an effective work pace under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Grasp new concepts quickly and apply them effectively.
• Work effectively with others.

Benefits

• Information about eligibility requirements for all bonuses, differentials, and initial salary placement can be reviewed at www.teachinhawaii.org.
• Information about obtaining a Hawaii Teaching License, required for salary differentials, is available at www.hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org.
• First paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of the start date.
• Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level