Is there a teacher shortage in Hawaii?
HAWAII HAS A TEACHER SHORTAGE CRISIS
More than 60,000 keiki are not taught by a Hawaii Qualified Teacher (HQT) each year. Since 2012, the number of teachers leaving Hawaii has Increased by more than 70 percent.
How much do teachers get paid in Hawaii?
The average teacher salary in Hawaii in the 2018-19 school year was $65,820. A first-year certified teacher starts out making around $49,000. Hawaii's cost of living is also 10.6% higher than the national average, according to APA Consulting.
What are the requirements to teach in Hawaii?
How to Become a Teacher in Hawaii. Like all states, Hawaii requires prospective teachers to hold a bachelor's degree. Additionally, teachers must attend an approved teacher preparation program from an accredited school in order to qualify for Hawaii teacher certification.
Is it hard to get a teaching job in Hawaii?
The teacher shortage in Hawaii is particularly severe. The state ranks first in the country in teacher turnover rate. According to the Learning Policy Institute, Hawaii's percentage of uncertified teachers — 4.9 percent — is also nearly twice that of the national average of 2.6 percent.