CASUAL HIRE - Academic Support Specialist

University-of-Hawaii-System; Kapolei (HI); Sur place; USD 57 000 - 81 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu is seeking a Casual Hire Academic Support Specialist in Kapolei to support the PACT initiative. The role focuses on integrating computational thinking into courses and collaborating on related research with emphasis on Native Hawaiian student engagement.

The position is temporary, up to 89 days full-time or up to 1 year part-time, and funded by federal sources. The work involves development, training, and dissemination of CT content in academic programs.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated commitment to integrating algorithmic, logical, and systematic and computational thinking (CT) and/ or integration of emerging technologies into the curriculum.
• Ability to design projects with clear benefits for all students, emphasizing culturally relevant approaches for Native Hawaiian students.

Responsabilités

• Creating new courses that feature computational thinking as a core component or incorporating CT concepts and tools into existing courses.
• Leading or collaborating on research projects that integrate computational thinking or emerging technologies, including projects that involve students as research trainees.
• Completing recognized professional training or certification in computational thinking and/or emerging technologies to enhance curriculum and instruction.
• Examining student perceptions, engagement, and/ or understanding of computational thinking, including the application of emerging technologies in a course.
• Participating in professional or academic conferences, symposia, or workshops related to computational thinking, AI, or disciplinary research to enhance professional knowledge and teaching practices.
• Present findings or knowledge gained through professional development at PACT seminars or workshops (in-person or via Zoom).
• Provide written summaries of project outcomes for potential publication.
• Complete a survey reflecting on the experience as part of the PACT project evaluation.
• Foster professional development and collaboration (Pilina building) through the PACT Hui and campus community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

CT integration

curriculum development

project design

Native Hawaiian student focus

Formation

Master’s Degree

Description du poste

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2026-02208

Department

University of Hawai'i - West O'ahu - Academic Affairs

10/14/2026

Closing Date

10/19/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

Casual

Description

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII

Invites applications for the position of: (Casual Hire) Academic Support Specialist

OPENING DATE : 10/14/2026

DESCRIPTION:

* * * * Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, hich include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part time employees.

Working Title: International Programs Advisor

Location: Kapolei
Date Posted: 10/14/2026
Salary Range:$50.00/hour
Schedule:Up to 19 hours/week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Funding:Federal

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Partnership in Advancing Computational Thinking (PACT) project, funded by the National Science Foundation, aims to empower students—with a specific focus on Native Hawaiian (NH) students—to pursue STEM careers. This position is designed for University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu (UHWO) faculty to facilitate the culturally relevant integration of computational thinking (CT) and emerging technologies, such as generative AI, into their specific academic disciplines.

• Creating new courses that feature computational thinking as a core component or incorporating CT concepts and tools into existing courses.
• Leading or collaborating on research projects that integrate computational thinking or emerging technologies, including projects that involve students as research trainees.
• Completing recognized professional training or certification in computational thinking and/or emerging technologies to enhance curriculum and instruction.
• Examining student perceptions, engagement, and/ or understanding of computational thinking, including the application of emerging technologies in a course.
• Participating in professional or academic conferences, symposia, or workshops related to computational thinking, AI, or disciplinary research to enhance professional knowledge and teaching practices.
• Present findings or knowledge gained through professional development at PACT seminars or workshops (in-person or via Zoom).
• Provide written summaries of project outcomes for potential publication.
• Complete a survey reflecting on the experience as part of the PACT project evaluation.
• Foster professional development and collaboration (Pilina building) through the PACT Hui and campus community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated commitment to integrating algorithmic, logical, and systematic and computational thinking (CT) and/ or integration of emerging technologies into the curriculum.
• Ability to design projects with clear benefits for all students, emphasizing culturally relevant approaches for Native Hawaiian students.

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Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
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Employer University of Hawaii

Department University of Hawai'i - West O'ahu - Academic Affairs Address 91-1001 Farrington Highway

Kapolei, Hawaii, 96707