EMPLOYMENT
Carden Academy is a small, nurturing environment where faculty are committed to the social-emotional learning and character development of their students.
Current Employment Opportunities
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume or CV to employment@cardenmaui.org
STEM & Educational Technology Teacher – Full Time
Job Description:
Carden Academy of Maui is seeking a dynamic, inspiring, and forward-thinking STEM & Educational Technology Teacher to lead and expand our growing STEM program while helping guide thoughtful technology integration at our school. Thanks to a recent grant investment, our STEM program is equipped with high-quality robotics tools, engineering materials, coding resources, and emerging technologies. We are seeking an educator who is excited to transform these resources into an engaging, cohesive, and developmentally appropriate STEM experience for our students. This role offers a rare opportunity to shape and build a program with real impact. The ideal candidate is both an excellent classroom teacher and a strategic program builder, someone who enjoys working directly with students while also designing systems, curriculum, and long-term vision. You will help inspire curiosity, problem-solving, and creativity in students while equipping them with the foundational skills needed to thrive in an increasingly technological world. This position is ideal for an educator who enjoys building something meaningful, bringing structure to innovation, and working in a school community that values both tradition and forward-thinking learning. Help guide intentional and age-appropriate technology use in classrooms.
Qualification Requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree in STEM-related field or Education
– Experience teaching STEM subjects or leading STEM initiatives
– Strong organizational and program development skills
– Confidence managing equipment and hands-on materials
– Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Preferred:
– Experience developing curriculum or building programs
– Familiarity with robotics, coding platforms, or maker-space environments
– Independent school experience
– Ability to provide support for faculty with classroom technology
COMPENSATION:
Compensation is based on a structured salary scale that reflects years of teaching experience and educational background. Details will be shared and discussed during the interview process.
BENEFITS:
– 401(k)
– Health, dental, and vision insurance
– Paid time off
Middle School Science and 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher – Full Time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Carden Academy of Maui is seeking an exceptional Middle School Science (Grades 6–8) and 7th grade Social Studies teacher to join our faculty for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an opportunity to teach in a school where academic excellence, character development, and meaningful relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for an educator who:
– Brings energy and passion to the middle school classroom
– Thrives in a structured, high-expectations environment
– Values both academic rigor and whole-child development
This role includes teaching:
– Middle School Science (Grades 6–8), one class per grade level
– 7th Grade Social Studies (History of the Hawaiian Kingdom)
– Serving as the 7th grade homeroom teacher / advisor
You will:
– Design and deliver hands-on, inquiry-based science lessons aligned with NGSS
– Guide students in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills
– Foster student independence, organization, and accountability
– Use Inquiry and/or Project-Based Learning to deepen understanding and engagement
– Provide clear, consistent feedback and maintain strong communication with families
– Support character development through the teaching and modeling of virtues
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a science-related field
– Upper Elementary, middle, or high school teaching experience preferred
– Strong classroom management and leadership skills
– Excellent written and verbal communication
– Commitment to academic rigor, structure, and character education
– Experience and proficiency with educational technology platforms and tools is required (Microsoft Office365, Google Workspace, Adobe, FACTS SIS, Apple devices, etc.)
COMPENSATION:
Compensation is based on a structured salary scale that reflects years of teaching experience and educational background. Details will be shared and discussed during the interview process.
BENEFITS:
401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Middle School English Language Arts & 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher – Full Time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Carden Academy of Maui is seeking an exceptional Middle School English Language Arts (Grade 6-8) & 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher to join our faculty for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an opportunity to teach in a school where academic excellence, character development, and meaningful relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for an educator who:
– Brings energy and passion to the middle school classroom
– Thrives in a structured, high-expectations environment
– Values both academic rigor and whole-child development
– Understands the importance of strong literacy foundations in the middle school years
This role includes teaching:
– 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade English Language Arts – one class per grade level
(reading, writing, and grammar)
– 6th grade social studies (World History)
– Serving as a 6th grade homeroom teacher / advisor
You will:
– Design and deliver structured, engaging ELA instruction for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades
– Build strong reading comprehension and analytical thinking skills
– Guide students through the writing process with clarity and purpose
– Emphasize grammar, usage, and effective communication
– Use Inquiry and/or Project-Based Learning to deepen understanding and engagement
– Foster student independence, organization, and accountability
– Provide clear, consistent feedback and maintain strong communication with families
– Support character development through the teaching and modeling of virtues
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English, Education, or a closely related field.
– Middle school or upper elementary teaching experience preferred
– Strong classroom management and leadership skills
– Excellent written and verbal communication
– Experience and proficiency with educational technology platforms and tools is required (Microsoft Office365, Google Workspace, Adobe, FACTS SIS, Apple devices, etc.)
– Commitment to academic rigor, structure, and character education
COMPENSATION:
Compensation is based on a structured salary scale that reflects years of teaching experience and educational background. Details will be shared and discussed during the interview process.
BENEFITS:
– 401(k)
– Health, dental, and vision insurance
– Paid time off
4th Grade Teacher – Full Time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Carden Academy of Maui is seeking an exceptional 4th grade teacher to join our faculty for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an opportunity to teach at a school where strong academic foundations, character development, and meaningful relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for an educator who:
– Brings warmth, energy, and enthusiasm to the elementary classroom
– Thrives in a structured, high-expectations environment
– Values both academic rigor and whole-child development
– Understands the importance of the intermediate elementary years in building independence and confidence
This role includes teaching:
– English Language Arts (reading, writing, and grammar)
– Mathematics
– Science
– Social Studies
You will:
– Deliver clear, structured instruction across core subject areas
– Build strong literacy foundations through reading, writing, and grammar instruction
– Guide students in developing mathematical reasoning and fluency
– Create engaging, hands-on science and social studies experiences
– Use inquiry or Project-Based Learning to deepen understanding and engagement
– Foster independence, organization, and accountability in students
– Provide consistent feedback and maintain strong communication with families
– Support the development of character, responsibility, and positive work habits
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
– Bachelor’s degree in Education
– Minimum of 3–5 years of elementary teaching experience preferred
– Strong classroom management and organizational skills
– Excellent written and verbal communication
– Commitment to academic rigor, structure, and character education
– Experience and proficiency with educational technology platforms and tools is required (Microsoft Office365, Google Workspace, Adobe, FACTS SIS, Apple devices, etc.)
Preferred:
– Independent school experience
– Experience teaching multiple subject areas in a self-contained classroom
– Strong background in literacy instruction
– Experience with Inquiry and/or Project-Based Learning
COMPENSATION:
Compensation is based on a structured salary scale that reflects years of teaching experience and educational background. Details will be shared and discussed during the interview process.
BENEFITS:
– 401(k)
– Health, dental, and vision insurance
– Paid time off
Assistant Preschool Teacher
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Carden Academy of Maui is an independent private school serving students from Preschool through 8th Grade in Pukalani.
Carden Academy is seeking a part-time Assistant Teacher for our Preschool program (ages 3 and 4) for the 2025-26 school year. The teacher will serve a group of 12 preschool students. The ideal teacher will have a passion for early childhood and an understanding of the Carden Method in addition to successful experience teaching in an early learning program. This role includes supporting the Lead Teacher, supervising and monitoring the children, accompanying the children to enrichment classes, helping to maintain a clean and organized classroom environment, and working with small groups of children in various activities.
Educational Qualifications:
– Clearance through PATCH Hawaii – Aid is minimum level – Teacher level, preferred;
– Child Development Associate (CDA) for Preschool Credential preferred;
– Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, preferred;
– A minimum of 3 years of experience
Additional Teacher Qualifications:
– Proven ability to design an early learning classroom environment, to create emergent curriculum, and develop documentation to share specifics of programmatic work for children age 3 years to 4;
– Ability to regularly assess students and develop lessons that align with a developmentally appropriate program for children aged 3 to 4;
– Ability to manage, assess, and articulate classroom needs for resources and programmatic growth;
– Excellent communication skills and ability to constructively collaborate with colleagues and parents;
– A love for young children, flexibility, and a sense of humor are required;
– Applicants should be familiar with basic use of technology devices (MacBooks, iPads, etc.) and have ability to be proficient with use of Microsoft Office applications, Google applications, and various cloud-based services.
Physical Requirements:
– Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time;
– Ability to lift 50 pounds;
– Must be able to move comfortably around a classroom and outdoor playground space, accessing materials and assisting students as needed.
…
Non-discriminatory Statement:
Carden Academy of Maui is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or gender, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, military/veterans status, or other grounds protected under applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and/or executive orders. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
Carden Academy does not discriminate against persons with disabilities on the basis of their disability. We provide children and parents with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in our programs and services with minor adjustments or accommodations, in compliance with Hawaii State Law and the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act.
Carden Academy of Maui admits students of any race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, and cultural origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or cultural origin in the administration of our educational policies and practices, or other school administered programs.
The purpose of the Carden Method is to develop adjusted, capable, confident, eager, alert, courageous, generous, just, self-critical, compassionate, courteous, happy children who realize that the goal of living is not the amassing of possessions, but an attainment of the desires of the heart.”
-Mae Carden (1894-1977)
