Nimitz Elementary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Kindergarten General Education teacher to join our dynamic team. Our school is committed to providing a positive learning environment where students are active participants in learning that is relevant to present and future needs. At Nimitz, we embrace a culture of collaboration, emphasized by our will to maintain our ‘ohana. We are looking for a teacher who shares our value of building relationships with students and challenging students to attain the highest levels of achievement and excellence. While we primarily serve the military community, our campus is not on a military base. Minimum Qualifications 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 (