Educational Specialist II - Academic Advancement Section, 604878 (2026-03008)

Description

APPLICANTS MUST BE INCUMBENT TENURED EDUCATIONAL OFFICERS

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED: This position is included in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a clear line appointment.

A WRITTEN EXAMINATION/ASSIGNMENT MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO HELP DETERMINE POSSESSION OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES PORTIONS OF THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.

Examples of Duties

Under the general supervision of the Educational Specialist III of the Learning Support Section, the Educational Specialist II:

1. Provides leadership and oversight to the statewide implementation of the Kindergarten Entry Assessment (KEA) and Kaiapuni KEA, including budgetary and contractual oversight and execution, professional learning supports, and student data analysis and reporting.

2. Provides consultative services, professional learning supports, and technical assistance to complex areas, schools, other state offices, community groups, and others regarding child development and early childhood curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Collaborates closely with other state and complex area specialists to coordinate activities, allocate resources, and implement programming that supports early childhood education.

3. Provides professional learning opportunities that promote healthy child development, knowledge of childhood developmental domains, play-based learning approaches, and content-specific instructional practices that best serve young children.

4, Collects and analyzes administrative, fiscal, and programmatic data for testimony, reports, and/or presentations to various audiences, including the Legislature, the Board of Education, Department leadership, and other entities and community groups.

5. Serves as the Department's representative on a variety of internal and external early childhood stakeholder meetings, inter-agency projects, and committees. Keeps abreast of current significant research in child development and early childhood education to support all work.

6. Procures necessary goods and services to carry out activities of the position, including execution of fiscal, personnel, and contractual transactions in a timely manner. Adheres to all procurement rules, regulations, and contractual requirements of the Department, State, and Federal entities.

7. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in education with specialization in a subject field appropriate to the area(s) of assignment.

Education Substitution:
(1) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in a related field, which may include Child Development, Child Psychology, or another related field; OR
(2) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a related field PLUS two (2) years additional experience in teaching or curriculum program planning.

Experience: Six (6) years of responsible professional work experience in education of which four (4) years shall have been in teaching and two (2) years in curriculum or program planning, as appropriate.

Desired Experience: Experience in early childhood research; Hawaiian immersion and/or Kaiapuni contexts; organizational leadership, planning, and coordination in the areas of assignment.

Combined Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency or system.

Knowledge: Foundations of curriculum and instruction; instructional media and computers; foundations of American education; tests and measurements; principles of learning and individual differences; curriculum design and development; educational statistics; purposes, methods, subject matter and materials pertinent to the area(s) of assignment; research developments, trends and current issues or problems pertinent to the area(s) of assignment; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the area(s) of assignment.

Desired Knowledge: Early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices for all domains of child learning; developmental milestones and early childhood disabilities; oral language and early brain development; research foundations, methods and data analysis pertinent to the areas of assignment; Hawaiian language and Hawaiian immersion instruction; foundations of Indigenous education; assessment for learning and formative instruction cycles; nature-based and ?aina-based instruction; inclusive education for children with disabilities and multilingual children in P-3 settings.

Ability to: Provide leadership, planning and coordination in the area(s) of assignment; develop, analyze and evaluate plans, programs and procedures; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and other business machines; use tools, equipment, instruments or devices appropriate to the area(s) of assignment; maintain awareness of developments in curriculum or program areas.

Desired Ability to: Effectively analyzes and interprets research and assessment data; engaging and dynamic presenter/speaker, communicates professionally to diverse stakeholder groups; presents material and provides professional learning in engaging, effective ways; proficiently uses digital tools and other equipment to generate products appropriate to areas of assignment; proficiently organizes and coordinates work flow to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of work tasks.

Supplemental Information

SALARY RANGE: EOSR-7, $114,820 to $162,535.

Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.

WORK YEAR AND BENEFITS: This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.  

POSTING CYCLE: Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month. 

HOW TO APPLY: All materials submitted become the property of the Hawaii Department of Education and will not be returned to the applicant.   

Visit the Hawaii Department of Education career page, listed below. Click on the title of the position you are interested in and click on the green APPLY button in the top righthand corner. Provide all relevant information for consideration including but not limited to your education, work experience, and certificates. It is optional to include a "Personal Statement" of what you can contribute to this specific position.

http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiipublicschools

Official transcripts (if not on file) must be submitted at the time of an official offer of employment. Transcripts may be sent by U.S. mail to the Office of Talent Management/EO Recruitment, P.O. Box 2360, Honolulu, HI 96804.  

After you submit your online application, you will receive a system generated email acknowledging receipt of your application.

EDUCATIONAL OFFICER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT: Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure. 

APPROVED:  

Sean Bacon 

Assistant Superintendent

Office of Talent Management

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.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

Benefits

12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Holidays:  Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met. 
• Vacation:  12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave:  12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
• Health Insurance:  If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance:  The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan:  Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts:  Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Retirement Plan:  The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA):  If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation:  The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance:  Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security:  As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation:  If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• Union & Collective Bargaining:  Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

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.

Supplemental Questions

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerHawaii State Department of EducationAddress P.O. Box 2360

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804 Website https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org