Kamehameha Schools·Diamondhead, Mississippi
Serve as a substitute teacher on an as-needed basis across elementary, middle, and high school levels. Provide academic support for students in online courses or those working independently on assignments and projects.
Job Posting Title Middle School Substitute Teacher Employee Type Temporary On-Call (Fixed Term) Recruiting Start Date 08-03-2026 Job Exempt?
Yes Recruiting End Date Open Until Filled Aloha mai!
Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.
If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!
Kamehameha Schools, Kapalama Campus Middle School is looking for a few more Substitute Teachers for the 26-27 school year.
Our ideal candidates will have a Bachelors Degree (minimum) with experience within K-12 education.
Prior teaching experience at the middle school level a plus!
Job Summary On an as-needed basis, serve as a substitute teacher at the elementary, middle and/or high school levels.
Essential Responsibilities On an as-needed basis, serve as a substitute teacher at the elementary, middle and/or high school levels.
May also be required to do the following: o Provide academic support for students enrolled in online courses. o Provide academic support for students working independently on assignments, projects, or independent study. o Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed. Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field. Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the respective grade level. Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals. Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet many and varied deadlines; manage small and large groups of students in a classroom environment; communicate effectively with students, parents, school administrators and other staff, including the ability to discuss topics which may be sensitive.
Recent teaching experience, coursework, or other activity in area of primary instruction. Demonstrate knowledge of current instructional strategies appropriate for students at the specified grade level. Previous experience teaching the age levels and subject areas of the specific teaching position. Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture. Physical Requirements Frequently sits, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear. Occasionally stand and/or walk, write by hand, and lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully. Working Conditions This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business. Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces. Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.
Candidates must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field. Experience in K-12 education is required, with preference given to those with prior middle school teaching experience.
Market context
Substitute teacher roles in Mississippi are often driven by daily classroom coverage needs across districts, so openings can appear regularly during the school year. This category is competitive because schools look for candidates who can step in quickly, manage behavior confidently, and work professionally with students and faculty. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to highlight classroom management experience in structured settings.