I am an a Secondary Education Undergrad student looking to help Hawaii with it's upward movement in education. I know that the most need positions are Science and Math. I am interested in becoming a history teacher. My question is, is there a great enough need for History teachers on the islands for me to be confident that I can get a position. Or, should I study Science so that my chances will be increased. Please advise. Thanks.
On 3/23/06, Mike wrote: > I am an a Secondary Education Undergrad student looking to > help Hawaii with it's upward movement in education. I know > that the most need positions are Science and Math. I am > interested in becoming a history teacher. My question is, > is there a great enough need for History teachers on the > islands for me to be confident that I can get a position. > Or, should I study Science so that my chances will be > increased. Please advise. Thanks.
My wife and I are both teachers from California. We are considering moving to Hawaii to teach if we can both land jobs there. What is the job market like for science and social studies teachers. Which Islands would we have the greatest opportunity to land a job.
My name is Jesse and I am completing my Master's Degree in Special Education in Pennsylvania. I was wondering if there is still a high need for special education teachers in Hawaii. I have never been to Hawaii and I was also wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction for finding an apartment on the Big Island.
I'm looking for field trip ideas geared toward middle school students. I would love to do a teambuilding activity that is physically challenging. I would also like another one that is science-based. If I were still in Chicago, this would not be difficult for me to find, but I'm new here. Help!
On 2/24/09, chicken lover wrote: > On 2/15/08, Cyrulik wrote: >...See MoreHi I came across your post and I have a question...I am a new middle school teacher in Chicago, and I am looking for field trip ideas for my 6th grade class. They have not had a field trip all year, and I want to take them on one VERY soon. Any ideas?? Thanks in advance!
On 2/24/09, chicken lover wrote: > On 2/15/08, Cyrulik wrote: >> On 5/27/06, Joan wrote: >>> On 3/27/06, Kristine wrote: >>>> I'm looking for field trip ideas geared toward middle >>>> school students. I would love to do a teambuilding activity >>>> that is physically challenging. I would also like another >>>> one that is science-based. If I were still in Chicago, this >>>> would not be difficult for me to find, but I'm new here. >>>> Help! >>> >>> Kualoa Ranch and Camp Timberline have ropes courses. At >>> Camp Timberline you may have to camp there, not sure. The >>> Kualoa course is beautiful. >>> >>> You could also do community service. I took 6th graders and >>> we cleared a heiau (Hard work!) but the kids were great and >>> the results were immediate. An environmental company lead >>> us, provided the gloves and tools, and instruction. Sorry >>> but it was a long time ago and I can't remember the group >>> that took us. I think they were from the University of >>> Hawaii. >> >> DNA Epi Center in Groton CT. Middle School Tailored programs. >> Also, can preduce programs appropraiate for HS. > AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Is there a teacher shortage in Hawaii? I met with the Hawaii DOE on the mainland and they made it sound like there isn't a very big shortage. Just wondering what its like from those who work in the trenches.
There isn't qa shortage of teachers in any state - just proaganda. Go to Teachers-Teachers.com. There is a 200 to 1 ration of candidates to schools looking for teachers!
I'd say there isn't a shortage because everyone wants to live in Hawaii. So there are plenty of teachers looking for work in Paradise. However the problem is the cost of living. Sky high - worst than ever as housing prices along w/rents has gone through the roof! I've lived here for 20 years, teaching last five years. The turnover of teachers is 30-40%! Long-time teachers only continue to live here due to the retirement benefits, however teachers w/less than five years experience move here and are gone the next year - unless they have a great trust fund and can heavily suppliment their salary with income from their trust funds. I've know retired teachers than moved here from the mainland and teach. The state starts them at the five year level on the pay scale - about $41k. That would be fine if you were on the mainland - however you would need $75k here in order to live here. Did I mention the high student to teacher ratio? Plus other dis-incentives (too many to mention) after you "get into the system". I'm moving to mainland as soon as I sell my house.
On 4/12/06, Curious wrote: > Is there a teacher shortage in Hawaii? I met with the > Hawaii DOE on the mainland and they made it sound like > there isn't a very big shortage. Just wondering what its > like from those who work in the trenches. > > THanks
i think you just saved my husband and 4 kids alot of aggrevation! i'm the dreamer who would be willing to live in a smaller place to live there but it just doesn't seem worth it.
thanks, traci On 5/04/06, Mealoha wrote: > There isn't qa shortage of teachers in any state - just > proaganda. Go to Teachers-Teachers.com. There is a 200 to 1 > ration of candidates to schools looking for teachers! > > I'd say there isn't a shortage because everyone wants to live > in Hawaii. So there are plenty of teachers looking for work in > Paradise. However the problem is the cost of living. Sky high > - worst than ever as housing prices along w/rents has gone > through the roof! > I've lived here for 20 years, teaching last five years. The > turnover of teachers is 30-40&37;! Long-time teachers only > continue to live here due to the retirement benefits, however > teachers w/less than five years experience move here and are > gone the next year - unless they have a great trust fund and > can heavily suppliment their salary with income from their > trust funds. > I've know retired teachers than moved here from the mainland > and teach. The state starts them at the five year level on the > pay scale - about $41k. That would be fine if you were on the > mainland - however you would need $75k here in order to live here. > Did I mention the high student to teacher ratio? Plus other > dis-incentives (too many to mention) after you "get into the > system". > I'm moving to mainland as soon as I sell my house. > > > On 4/12/06, Curious wrote: >> Is there a teacher shortage in Hawaii? I met with the >> Hawaii DOE on the mainland and they made it sound like >> there isn't a very big shortage. Just wondering what its >> like from those who work in the trenches. >> >> THanks
I am a mainlander (in CO) studying for a credential in elementary education. If all goes well I should be certified in August 2007. I would really really like to secure an elementary teaching job in Hawaii but I am under the impression that it would be very difficult as I am not in a high-demand area. Please advise on the process and whether or not I would be wasting my time in considering Hawaii. Thanks, Mr. Chandler.
On 4/12/06, Mr. Chandler wrote: > I am a mainlander (in CO) studying for a credential in > elementary education. If all goes well I should be > certified in August 2007. I would really really like to > secure an elementary teaching job in Hawaii but I am under > the impression that it would be very difficult as I am not > in a high-demand area. Please advise on the process and > whether or not I would be wasting my time in considering > Hawaii. Thanks, Mr. Chandler.
There are teachings jobs on Oahu. Check out the Hawaii teaching website to learn more.
I would really appreciate your input for a book that my colleague and I are writing for teachers. This book will give teachers ways to help their students become engaged and motivated, as well as practical tools to deal with students difficulties in learning.
I have been seeing many posts placed on teachers from the mainland who are interested in moving to Hawaii, but hardly see any indepth responses from teachers already there. Can someone please share what a teaching career in Hawaii is really like, and the realities of salary/cost of living. Thanks...
Do you have some other income or funds you can dig into each month? Because you will need it.
Figure how much it will cost you to move here and you will NEVER recoup those expenses.
Here's a low estimate of monthly on the island of Hawaii (Kona side): Two bedroom apartment (basic), 1 bath $1600 and up. Utilities $175(basic: elec, phone, water), cell phone, internet and cable TV are extra Health insurance your share $500+ for your family. We have no public transporation system, so: Car(s) payments? Insurance? upkeep? Gasoline at $3.61 (May 5, 2006), do the math. Food, for my wife and myself $500 Gasoline (May 4=$3.65) Eating out we eat out on our birthdays and anniversary, , misc.entertainment, clothes - forget about it.
I've know single people who move here only to move back in one year OR LESS.
Thi should help you make up your mind. Better to come for vacation and bring back lots of memories. Really.
On 4/28/06, Kev wrote: > Hello Shaun, I don't mean to be personal, or maybe I > actually do, but I need to know some info! > I really want to move out to Hawaii. I am going to get an > interview scheduled next month. > Before that I want to ask you about rent. How much do you > spend on rent each month? Do you have to pay for insurance or > does the state offer it as part of your employment? > I have a wife and two kids, and wonder how much I will > have left over each month after rent and taxes. Say that I > start out at the state minimum and my wife does not work and I > spend $1300 on rent. > Basically, I know that I won't get rich or afford a house, but > is it possible to scrape by on just 40,000 a year? On 4/26/06, > Shaun wrote: >> Cindy, >> >> I moved to Hawaii, from Texas, in July to teach at a High >> School. First, there is one unified school district, run by >> the state. You will interview with a state employee and they >> will place your name on a hiring list, or place you at a >> school of their choosing. I made my own contact with my >> current principal, but that is not the norm. Because the >> state is in control, the process for anything takes longer. >> For example, the first paycheck may not come for a few >> months. The schools are moving to a unified schedule. It may >> be more year-round than what you are accustomed. School >> begins late July and ends the first week in June. You do >> have a week off in October, three weeks are Christmas, and >> two weeks in March. The actual school day may vary, but at >> my school the hours are officially 8:00-2:00, except for >> Wednesdays which is 8:00-12:15 to allow for staff >> development. As for costs, food prices are higher, as well >> as gas prices. It is nearly essential to have shared >> housing. With few exceptions, a teacher's salary is not >> adequate enough to rent or buy on your own. Just remember, >> you don't come to teach in Hawaii to make money, you come >> for the scenery, the temperate climate and the amazing >> culture. >> >> >> >> On 4/23/06, cindy wrote: >>> I have been seeing many posts placed on teachers from the >>> mainland who are interested in moving to Hawaii, but >>> hardly see any indepth responses from teachers already >>> there. Can someone please share what a teaching career in >>> Hawaii is really like, and the realities of salary/cost of >>> living. Thanks...
I taught for two years in Hawaii and my husband (an Oahu native) taught for one year; we both really enjoyed it. The students are hillarious and overall quite respectful. The parents are down-to-earth and I had a wonderful administrative team (I taught at Mililani High).
However, in my opinion, the costs incurred in moving to an island are so high, that one should only consider the move if one is either willing to to spend a big chunk of cash or else stay for at least a few years.
Once on the island, you will most likely need to get a car--and keep in mind the cars in Hawaii are much pricier than the mainland. A couple grand may buy a decent used car on the mainland, but $2,000 would buy you no guarantees in Hawaii. Cars depreciate much quicker too. Car insurance is quite high because of the tourists. Oahu does have a bus system, but it's dirty, smelly, and you will want to shower for about two hours after every ride. There is no relying on the schedule either.
Rent is high--I now live in an expensive area in California and when people say rent is as high in California as Hawaii, I always say, "Yes, but one gets much more in California than Hawaii." While both my husband and I were teaching (and had no kids), all we could afford was a place with no stove, or oven, and we shared a washer and dryer with the landlord. We cooked on a hot plate and used a microwave oven. In short, just be prepared to live in less luxury if you come.
Health insurance and taxes--well, I can tell you this. My first paycheck every month, which deducted insurance and taxes, was only $400.
I read another post that said milk is $3.50--well, I can honestly say, I do not know where that individual is shopping. I spent the summer in Hawaii (my husband and I stayed with family and taught summer school because we'd had such great experiences during the school years in the past) and milk was a whopping $7.00 a gallon at Foodland! This was in Laie on the northern side of Oahu, but if you're in a pinch and can't drive to Costco, you'll pay dearly.
If for any reason you need to leave the island, cheap air fares are hard to come by.
Teaching in Hawaii can be a great experience for any mainlander who has the means to take a few deep hits the pocketbook. I really enjoyed my time, but I would recommend checking out teaching for a summer and subletting a place with a roommate. You can eat out at 99-cent menus for that duration and won't have to buy lots of kitchen items.
Jackie
On 4/23/06, cindy wrote: > I have been seeing many posts placed on teachers from the > mainland who are interested in moving to Hawaii, but > hardly see any indepth responses from teachers already > there. Can someone please share what a teaching career in > Hawaii is really like, and the realities of salary/cost of > living. Thanks...
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On 3/23/06, Mike wrote:
> I am an a Secondary Education Undergrad student looking to
> help Hawaii with it's upward movement in education. I know
> that the most need positions are Science and Math. I am
> interested in becoming a history teacher. My question is,
> is the...See More