Employment Opportunities​​​​​​​

 

TEACHERS

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Elementary Teacher

The Volcano School of Arts & Sciences is seeking an Upper Elementary Teacher. (Initial placement, 3rd or 4th grade)

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Qualifications include:

• Teacher license (or license in process)

• A minimum of two years teaching experience, preferably in Hawai'i

• Knowledge of relevant content standards including CCSS ELA & Math, and NGSS

• Knowledge and experience designing and delivering curriculum

• Understanding and experience with delivering flexible, differentiated instruction

• Ability to use the natural environment as a learning laboratory

• Knowledge and respect for Hawaiian values, knowledge, and practices

• Ability to establish positive relationships and work with diverse students need including those with special needs

• Ability to establish learning culture based on Growth Mindset and Positive Discipline

• Demonstrate positive attitude and Growth Mindset

• Enjoy professional collaboration

• Student-centered thinking and decision-making

• Professionally responsible

 

Term: 10-month, Full-time, 35 hours per week

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Pay: Base pay $53,390.00 - $101,861.00 per year in accordance with HSTA collective bargaining salary schedule based on position level and years of service in Hawaiʻi. 

• Maximum credits for private school and out-of-state experience

• Differential pay $5,000 for teachers with Hawaiian Language or Hawaiian Studies degree

• Differential pay of $7,500 for all VSAS teachers for teaching in “Hard-to-Staff” location

• Curriculum development stipend $5,000 for teacher new to VSAS

• Relocation stipend negotiable

• Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Paid Sick Leave and State Holidays

 

Benefits: State of Hawaiʻi benefits - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, retirement plan, life insurance, paid time off

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Start Date: July 30, 2025

Open until filled.

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To apply, send resume, letter of interest, and three professional references to apply@volcanoschool.net. Indicate in the subject line the position for which you are applying.​​

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Special Education Teacher

The Volcano School of Arts & Sciences is seeking a full-time, 10-month Special Education teacher to oversee and support the implementation of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities and to provide intensive interventions to students who are well below grade level. This position will primarily serve high school students. Supported grade levels are subject to change based on student needs.

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Qualifications:

• Teacher license (or license in process).

• A minimum of two years of teaching experience

• A minimum of one year working with students with special needs

• A minimum of one year working with high school students

• Knowledge of the Common Core State Standards and evidence-based interventions.

• Knowledge and experience designing and delivering instruction and interventions to support students with academic and behavioral challenges

• Knowledge and respect for Hawaiian values, knowledge, and practices

• Demonstrate student-centered thinking and decision-making

• Demonstrate commitment to student success and the belief that all students can learn

• Enjoy professional collaboration and demonstrate positive attitude and growth mindset

• Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships with parents, partners, and staff

• Professionally responsible

 

Term: 10-month, Full-time, 35 hours per week

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Pay: Base pay $53,390.00 - $101,861.00 per year in accordance with HSTA collective bargaining salary schedule based on position level and years of service in Hawaiʻi. 

• Maximum credits for private school and out-of-state experience

• Differential pay $5,000 for teachers with Hawaiian Language, Studies, or related degree

• Differential pay of $7,500 for all VSAS teachers for teaching in “Hard-to-Staff” location

• Differential pay of $10,000 for special education teachers

• Curriculum development stipend $5,000 for teacher new to VSAS

• Relocation stipend negotiable

• Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Paid Sick Leave and State Holidays

 

Benefits: State of Hawaiʻi benefits - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, retirement plan, life insurance, paid time off

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Start Date: July 30, 2025

Open until filled.

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To apply, send resume, letter of interest, and three professional references to apply@volcanoschool.net. Indicate in the subject line the position for which you are applying.​​

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INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT STAFF

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Behavioral Support Specialist - full time.

The Volcano School of Arts & Sciences is seeking a full-time, 10-month Behavioral Support Specialist to provide direct services to students with behavioral challenges including support for implementation of behavior plans and interventions as well as data collection. 

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Qualifications:

• Formal training in behavioral strategies and interventions. 

• A minimum of one year experience working as a Behavioral Support Specialist or related role a school setting

• A minimum of two years working with special needs students in a school setting

• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to carry out effective interventions and supports for students with behavioral challenges including those with special needs. 

• Establish positive relationships with students from a variety of backgrounds

• Utilize Positive Discipline strategies. 

• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to Hawaiian values; e.g. aloha, laulima, lōkahi, hōʻihi, haʻahaʻa

• Use Google Mail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets 

• Demonstrate and model positive attitude and Growth Mindset

• Enjoy professional collaboration

• Demonstrate student-centered thinking and decision-making

• Professionally responsible

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Educational Assistant (EA) - Full Time 

VSAS seeks a full-time Educational Assistant to provide academic and behavior support for students. Duties include providing general support in the classroom and on learning trips, working with students in small groups and individually, and assisting with supervision of recess/lunch and special events. Initial grade level placement will be elementary or middle school depending on qualifications.

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Qualifications:​

• A minimum of two years of experience working with students in a school setting

• Able to implement supports and interventions for students including assistance with data collection.

• Establish positive relationships with students from a variety of backgrounds

• Utilize Positive Discipline strategies. 

• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to Hawaiian values; e.g. aloha, laulima, lōkahi, hōʻihi, haʻahaʻa

• Use Google Mail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets 

• Work well with others 

• Maintain and demonstrate a positive, growth mindset attitude

• Reliable and professionally responsible

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Term: 10-month, Full-time, 40 hours per week

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Pay: In accordance with HGEA collective bargaining salary schedule based on position level and years of service.  Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Paid Sick Leave and State Holidays

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Start Date: July 29, 2025

Open until filled.

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To apply, send resume and three professional references. Indicate in the subject line the position for which you are applying.

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CASUAL

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Substitutes

Volcano School seeks qualified substitutes for teachers, educational assistants, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, custodial and office staff. To apply, send your resume to apply@volcanoschool.net. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line. 

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Electives and After School Enrichment Instructors

Electives and After School Enrichment Instructors in cultural, visual, and performing arts including hula, hula drama, theater, dance, painting/drawing, sculpting/carving; robotics/3D printing; sports; etc.  Send resume and letter of interest to apply@volcanoschool.net.

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Please be sure to note which position you are applying for when submitting application documents.

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