Hawaii Baptist Academy

• Plans, develops and implements various learning and play activities for assigned group of children.
• Assist students with homework problems.
• Supervise the activity of assigned children.
• Discipline children as necessary, using appropriate methods.
• Direct the efforts of the assigned junior leader or aide.
• Prepare and/or pick up snacks for assigned group.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Assist in daily clean up.

• Equipment Use:  Sport and playground equipment, two-way radio, and first-aid kit.
• Work Hours:  2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.  Other hours as needed during intersession and summer breaks.
• Mental Demands:  Must be alert and aware of children’s safety, decision making analytical and critical thinking ability, attention to detail.
• Physical Demands:  Working in the sun, monitoring the activity of numerous children at play.

• Spiritual: Must have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of their life and; demonstrate a living relationship with Jesus Christ as described in “The Baptist Faith and Message”, the tenets of the Southern Baptist denomination. 
• Skills/Knowledge: Enjoys working with children. Good verbal communication skills.  Knowledge of appropriate multiple discipline methods.  First aid and CPR certification.
• Education/Training: Graduation from high school.
• Experience: Nine months of experience working with elementary age children in various settings.

To apply for this position, please submit a faculty application.

JOB/POSITION TITLE:  Preschool Teacher Aide
OFFICE/CAMPUS:  HBA Preschool Campus (Mililani Mauka)
REPORTS TO:   Preschool Director
STATUS:  12 months, Non-exempt

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To assist teachers in the classroom, and monitor the safety of students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Share the love of Jesus with children and parents
• Assist lead teacher in classroom management
• Maintain confidentiality in student, staff and preschool related matters
• Responsible for weekly cleaning of classroom toys and cots
• Responsible for co-implementation of weekly lesson plans at teacher’s discretion
• Write reports of injuries, disciplinary problems, or students’ needs and/or follow-up
• Responsible for prep work in classroom and special projects
• Responsible for bathroom, playground and cafeteria supervision
• Help prepare snacks
• Assist in feeding and changing children as needed
• Display a teachable and humble spirit

OTHER DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Attend meetings as requested.
• Organize classroom
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Humility: We cultivate humility by acknowledging the goodness of God and the reality of sin, by taking time to be contemplative, by being open to change, and by knowing that there is and will always be more to learn.
• Curiosity: We cultivate curiosity by asking questions, by seeking opportunities to learn, by trying new things, and by persevering in our quest for answers.
• Love: We cultivate love in community by striving for peace, by eliciting and sharing ideas, by constructively expressing and resolving disagreements, by respecting differences and loving all people, and by asking and offering forgiveness.
• Commitment: We express our commitment by speaking truth and taking responsibility, by caring for God’s creation, and by using our talents and resources to work toward the good of humanity.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Equipment and Software Use: Computer skills, photocopier, multi-line push button telephone, Smart Board/TV, iPad, Google docs/calendars/forms, FinalSite, Blackbaud
• Work Hours: Monday – Friday. Hours determined based on schedule and staffing. Some weekday after-hours and weekend work may be required. Occasional outside workshops and conferences may be required.
• Mental Demands:  Ability to see both overall picture and detail. Ability to do long-range planning. Exercises good judgment, able to make sound decisions, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods of time. Flexibility in moving with children. Ability to move heavy objects.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Spiritual:  Must have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of his/her life and demonstrate a living relationship with Jesus Christ as described in “The Baptist Faith and Message”, the tenets of the Southern Baptist denomination.
• Skills/Knowledge:  Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods, familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms, excellent communication and instructional skills, ability to work with a variety of people; team player, friendly and reliable, balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen, CPR, First Aid, and AED training is required.
• Education/Training:  Desired: Associates degree from an accredited university as it relates to the Hawaii DHS Early Childhood Registry (Patchhawaii.org)
  • Required: High School graduate, must be teacher aide qualified under the DHS registry. Must be teacher qualified under the DHS registry. PATCH registry documentation required.
• Experience:  Minimum of one (1) year working with children in a preschool or Jr. Kindergarten setting.

To apply for this position, please submit a faculty application.

JOB/POSITION TITLE:  Teacher Assistant
OFFICE/CAMPUS:  Principal’s/Bento Elementary
REPORTS TO:   Teachers/Principal
STATUS:  10 months, Full-time, Non-exempt (Student days)

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To assist teachers in the classroom, and monitor the safety of students on the playground and in the cafeteria.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Assist teacher in classroom instruction and material preparation
• Assist students under teacher supervision.
• Supervise students in the classroom and/or on the playground and cafeteria.
• Supervise students at drop off/pick up car lines.
• Write reports of injuries, disciplinary problems, or students’ needs and/or follow-up. 

OTHER DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Assist teachers with correcting papers, recording papers, making copies, laminating, collating, stapling, cutting, gluing, pasting, and binding materials.
• Accompany classes on field trips as needed
• Change bulletin boards.
• Prepare refreshments for students.
• Replace books on shelves.
• Assist teacher as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE VALUES REQUIRED OF ALL EMPLOYEES OF HBA:  An employee of HBA must demonstrate the following core values:

• Humility: We cultivate humility by acknowledging the goodness of God and the reality of sin, by taking time to be contemplative, by being open to change, and by knowing that there is and will always be more to learn.
• Curiosity: We cultivate curiosity by asking questions, by seeking opportunities to learn, by trying new things, and by persevering in our quest for answers.
• Love: We cultivate love in community by striving for peace, by eliciting and sharing ideas, by constructively expressing and resolving disagreements, by respecting differences and loving all people, and by asking and offering forgiveness.
• Commitment: We express our commitment by speaking truth and taking responsibility, by caring for God’s creation, and by using our talents and resources to work toward the good of humanity.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Equipment Use: Copy machine, laminator, paper cutter, and binding machine.
• Work Hours: Hours range based on campus need. 8.5 hours per day. Monday - Friday.
• Mental Demands: Sensitivity to students’ needs, following instruction, basic mathematics, attention to detail, alertness, and initiative to be able to make quick and rational decisions.
• Physical Demands: Corrected vision, ability to walk with students, ability to climb stairs, ability to stand, sit, and kneel for periods to watch/instruct students.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Spiritual:  Must have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of their life and; demonstrate a living relationship with Jesus Christ as described in “The Baptist Faith and Message”, the tenets of the Southern Baptist denomination.
• Skills/Knowledge: First Aid.  Able to read, write, and communicate well in English.
• Education/Training: High School Diploma, College courses preferably in education a plus, training in how to operate office machines.
• Experience:  Previous experience working with children in a classroom environment.

JOB/POSITION TITLE:  Counselor
OFFICE/CAMPUS:  Counseling/Kong
REPORTS TO:  Director of Counseling
STATUS:  10 month (exempt)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide counseling services (i.e., academic, career, preventive, and guidance) for middle school students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Provide comprehensive school counseling services such as individual counseling, crisis intervention, and provide spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical support.
• Organize and lead large and small group guidance sessions and activities on subjects such as cyber-safety, puberty, building healthy relationships, conflict resolution, Social Emotional Learning, and other topics as needed.
• Facilitates discussions and consult with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding special concerns and needs of students.
• Coordinate and assist with review of student requests for accepted accommodations and filing necessary paperwork with Collegeboard and ACT.
• Maintain accurate records when communicating with students, parents and teachers about intervention plans, reasonable accommodations and progress reports.
• Coordinate other guidance related services (i.e., testing, advisement, and information sessions).
• Serve as liaison between school, community and other resources to meet the needs of student.
• Monitors academic progress of each student alongside the advisors.
• Works closely with advisors, students, families, and faculty in advance of course scheduling
• Devises plans in response to academic or behavioral concerns.
• Support the social-emotional development of students using the Yale RULER program.
• Assists in the development of the school’s Parent Cafe program for parents.

OTHER DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Make appropriate referrals and coordinates with external therapists and other specialists.
• Administer and interpret achievement and aptitude tests, and sharing scores with the team where appropriate so faculty can better understand and adjust to student needs.
• Maintain student records.
• Contribute to building a supportive and caring climate for students and staff.
• Maintain high level of customer satisfaction by demonstrating active listening, empathy, problem-solving, follow-through and clear communication
• Have an ability to build and strengthen positive relationships among students, parents, and teachers
• Have an ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making
• Have exemplary organizational skills along with the ability to establish and manage multiple caseloads
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Maintain patience, flexibility and a sense of humor.
• Assist with front office management as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED OF ALL EMPLOYEES OF HBA:  An employee of HBA must demonstrate the following core competencies: 

• Humility:   We cultivate humility by acknowledging the goodness of God and the reality of sin, by taking time to be contemplative, by being open to change, and by knowing that there is and will always be more to learn.
• Curiosity:  We cultivate curiosity by asking questions, by seeking opportunities to learn, by trying new things, and by persevering in our quest for answers.
• Love:  We cultivate love in community by striving for peace, by eliciting and sharing ideas, by constructively expressing and resolving disagreements, by respecting differences and loving all people, and by asking and offering forgiveness.
• Commitment:  We express our commitment by speaking truth and taking responsibility, by caring for God’s creation, and by using our talents and resources to work toward the good of humanity.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Equipment Use: Ability to use current technology available at the school
• Work Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (8 hours/day).  Some weekday after-hours work and some weekend work (e.g. camps, proctoring tests, and admissions) may be required.
• Mental Demands: High attention to detail; ability to handle stressful demands; ability to multi-task.
• Physical Demands: Sit for extended periods of time, climb stairs, carry light loads.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Spiritual:  Must have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of their life and demonstrate a living relationship with Jesus Christ as described in “The Baptist Faith and Message”, the tenets of the Southern Baptist denomination.  Must be an active member of a local Southern Baptist church that is affiliated with the Hawaii Baptist Convention or a church of like faith and practice as determined by the Board of Directors of Hawaii Baptist Academy.
• Skills/Knowledge: Must display good communication skills.  Must have skills to do individual and group counseling.  Knowledge in areas of psychology and parenting skills.  Ability to work with a variety of people as a team player.
• Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree in education or psychology from an accredited university/college.  Masters degree in School Counseling and Guidance preferred.
• Experience:  Teaching/counseling experience preferred.

JOB/POSITION TITLE: Vice Principal
OFFICE/CAMPUS: Vice Principal/Sagert High School
REPORTS TO: Principal
STATUS: 12 months (exempt)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the high school principal, the vice principal will assist with administrative responsibilities that increases the scope of support to students, teachers, and parents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the principal in the overall administration of the school and assumes leadership of the school in the absence of the principal.
• Assist the principal in developing and maintaining an effective educational program consistent with HBA’s mission and philosophy, policies and goals of the Board of Directors.
• Assist the principal in the transformation of HBA’s culture into a results-oriented collaborative learning community.
• Assist the principal in the collaborative development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of the school’s Strategic Master Plan and serve as an integral team member for the school’s accreditation process.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of a systematic method of supervising the instructional program through the use of learning walks, observations, feedback, documentation, and follow-up conferences.
• Assist the principal in implementing an induction program for beginning teachers.
• Works with faculty to ensure that the discipline code is consistently and fairly enforced and carries out disciplinary consequences for students who violate student code of conduct.
• Confer with students, parents, and teachers to resolve problems which inhibit learning.
• Advises teachers regarding classroom management and student discipline.
• Supervises the reporting and monitoring of student attendance with follow up student/parent contact where necessary.
• Supervises the Student Services Secretary in the maintenance of accurate school discipline records regarding demerits, communicating with students, counselors, parents, and maintaining accurate student files.
• Develops procedures to protect and enhance student safety.
• Coordinates, conducts and compiles student school climate survey.
• Supervises the Student Services Secretary in the maintenance of accurate student attendance records for use in producing report cards and management reports.
• Conducts safety drills (i.e. fire, lockdown, etc.) and submits reports.
• Coordinate procedures with the crisis management manager to be used in event of school crisis and provide leadership in the event of such incidents.
• Investigate student accidents and other accidents and take appropriate actions
• Coordinate and direct the Registrar in maintaining accurate student attendance records in the Win School database for use in producing report cards and management reports.
• Supervises the front office staff.

OTHER DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Member of the Safety Committee; coordinates emergency evacuation procedures and drills
• Attend regularly scheduled and special meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE VALUES REQUIRED OF ALL EMPLOYEES OF HBA:  An employee of HBA must demonstrate the following core values:

• Humility:   We cultivate humility by acknowledging the goodness of God and the reality of sin, by taking time to be contemplative, by being open to change, and by knowing that there is and will always be more to learn.
• Curiosity:  We cultivate curiosity by asking questions, by seeking opportunities to learn, by trying new things, and by persevering in our quest for answers.
• Love:  We cultivate love in community by striving for peace, by eliciting and sharing ideas, by constructively expressing and resolving disagreements, by respecting differences and loving all people, and by asking and offering forgiveness.
• Commitment:  We express our commitment by speaking truth and taking responsibility, by caring for God’s creation, and by using our talents and resources to work toward the good of humanity.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Equipment Use:  LAN-based computer with keyboard and monitor, facsimile machine, photocopier, electric typewriter, and multi-line push button telephone.
• Work Hours:  7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (8 hours/day).  Some weekday after-hours and weekend work maybe required.
• Mental Demands:  High attention to detail.
• Physical Demands:  Majority of the job is spent sitting in a confined position.  Most of the work requires periodic visual/mental concentration on work demanding precise eye/hand coordination.  Daily monitoring of the campus.  As needed, classroom visitations to support the school’s goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:           

• Spiritual:  Must have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of his/her life and demonstrate a living relationship with Jesus Christ as described in “The Baptist Faith and Message”, the tenets of the Southern Baptist denomination.
• Skills/Knowledge:  Experience in and an understanding of high school curriculum; Demonstrable computer skills; familiar with Windows software environment.  Effective written and verbal communication skills.  Ability to work with a variety of people; team player.  Knowledge of school policy (i.e., disciplinary system, clubs program).
• Education/Training:  Masters of Education (preferably in Leadership/Administration) or successful completion of a “cohort” educational administration program.  This requirement may be substituted with three (3) years of school-level administration experience (preferably at the middle or high school level).
• Experience:  Minimum of five (5) years of classroom instruction (preferably at the high school level).  Minimum of two (2) years in an educational leadership role, such as a Department Chair or Academic Coach.

NOTE: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principle functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.

To apply for this position, submit a Substitute Teacher application

JOB/POSITION TITLE: Custodian
OFFICE/CAMPUS: Facilities/All Campuses
REPORTS TO: Facilities Director
STATUS: 12 Months (Non-Exempt)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist the Facilities Director with the maintenance of the school building, fixtures, and grounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Sweeps, mops, and polishes floors.
• Dusts and polishes furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment.
• Washes windows and walls.
• Vacuums and spot clean carpets.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles.
• Cleans and maintains supplies in restrooms.
• Sets up tables and chairs for special meetings or events.
• Maintains custodial Supplies and equipment.
• Notifies management concerning need for repair to buildings and other facilities.

OTHER DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Other duties as assigned.

CORE VALUES REQUIRED OF ALL EMPLOYEES OF HBA:  An employee of HBA must demonstrate the following core values:

• Humility:   We cultivate humility by acknowledging the goodness of God and the reality of sin, by taking time to be contemplative, by being open to change, and by knowing that there is and will always be more to learn.
• Curiosity:  We cultivate curiosity by asking questions, by seeking opportunities to learn, by trying new things, and by persevering in our quest for answers.
• Love:  We cultivate love in community by striving for peace, by eliciting and sharing ideas, by constructively expressing and resolving disagreements, by respecting differences and loving all people, and by asking and offering forgiveness.
• Commitment:  We express our commitment by speaking truth and taking responsibility, by caring for God’s creation, and by using our talents and resources to work toward the good of humanity.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Equipment Use: Vacuum cleaner, shampoo machine, broom, and dustpan.  Cleaning detergents and chemicals.
• Work Hours: Normally 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.
• Mental Demands: High attention to detail.  Must be able to work independently.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. Safely move items heavier than 50 pounds using proper equipment.  Must be willing to work from a ladder or scaffold.  Work in attics and/or other close quarters.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Spiritual:  Must have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of their life and; demonstrate a living relationship with Jesus Christ as described in “The Baptist Faith and Message”, the tenets of the Southern Baptist denomination.
• Skills/Knowledge: Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in English.  Must be able to understand and obey all posted safety regulations, shop rules, and warnings.  Education/Training: Completion of High School.  Previous custodial training a plus.
• Experience:  Previous work experience in a variety of construction and/or maintenance environments preferred.