Casual Hire PACS 302 Contemporary Issues in Oceania Instructor

University-of-Hawaii-System; Honolulu (HI); In loco; USD 34.000 - 69.000; Part-time

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University of Hawai'i at Manoa invites applications for a part-time Casual Hire Instructor in PACS 302 Contemporary Issues in Oceania, offered through the NHSS program. The position supports Native Hawaiian students and partners with the Hawaiinuiakea School of Hawaiian Knowledge.

Responsibilities include teaching the course January 11, 2027 through May 14, 2027, mentoring students on archival and Hawaiian language texts, and integrating traditional Hawaiian knowledge into the curriculum, with

Competenze

• Masters degree in Hawaiian Language, Language, Linguistics, Education, Ethnic Studies, or closely related field.
• Teaching experience in college level courses.
• Experience in Native Hawaiian or indigenous education and language.
• Experience in Pacific Island Studies.
• Demonstrated ability to present information and ideas clearly in writing and verbally.

Mansioni

• Teach PACS 302 Contemporary Issues in Oceania to Native Hawaiian students in the NHSS sheltered Oceania-focused study abroad program.
• Provide research mentorship to students on archival and Hawaiian language texts about the relationships between the Hawaiian Kingdom and Samoa in the 19thcentury.
• Incorporate traditional Hawaiian knowledge and texts into the curriculum.
• Other related tasks and/or duties as assigned

Conoscenze

Teaching experience

Clear written and verbal communication

Ability to present information clearly

Formazione

Master's degree in Hawaiian Language or related field

Teaching experience in college-level courses

PhD in Linguistics, Education or closely related field

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Part-Time Temporary

Job Number

2026-02188

University of Hawai'i at Manoa - School of Hawaiian Knowledge

Division

Native Hawaiian Student Services

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/25/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

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Description

**** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai’i may apply for Casual Hire appointments, which 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 provided to regular Board of Regents or 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.

Title: **** Casual Hire PACS 302 Contemporary Issues in Oceania Instructor

Position Number: **** Casual Hire Instructor

Hiring Unit: Hawaiinuiakea School of Hawaiian Knowledge, Native Hawaiian Student Services -NHSS
Location:University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu – HI

Date Post: 10/12/2026

Closing Date: 10/25/2026

Full time/Part Time: Part Time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Other Conditions (if applicable): Classes from January 11, 2027 throught May 14, 2027.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the general direction of the Research & Assessment Specialist, the PACS 302 Instructor will provide the following:

• Teach PACS 302 Contemporary Issues in Oceania to Native Hawaiian students in the NHSS sheltered Oceania-focused study abroad program.
• Provide research mentorship to students on archival and Hawaiian language texts about the relationships between the Hawaiian Kingdom and Samoa in the 19thcentury.
• Incorporate traditional Hawaiian knowledge and texts into the curriculum.
• Other related tasks and/or duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Hawaiian Language, Language, Linguistics, Education, Ethnic Studies, or closely related field
• Teaching experience in college level courses
• Experience in the field of Native Hawaiian or indigenous education and language
• Experience in the field of Pacific Island Studies
• Demonstrated ability to present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing and verbally

Desired Qualifications:

• PhD in Linguistics, Education or closely related field
• Evidence of ability to teach effectively
• Ability to teach Pacific Island studies while teaching toward the learning outcomes of PACS 302 at UH Manoa
• Familiarity with a range of perspectives and experiences of Native Hawaiian students in the social sciences
• Familiarity with institutional barriers for Native Hawaiian students in higher education and best practices for Native Hawaiian student success

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

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. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/ , or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/