Faculty, Theatre - Extended Learning

Punahou School; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 13,776,000 - 17,220,000; Part time

Job summary

Punahou School in Honolulu, HI seeks a part-time drama instructor for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves working with early elementary students, delivering engaging theatre and creative drama experiences after school, with a schedule that may vary based on operational needs (currently 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM, Monday–Friday).

The position offers a 9-month work year and an hourly rate of $35.00. Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree, have experience with young children, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience teaching or working with early elementary students.
• Experience in theatre, creative drama, performing arts education, or a related field.
• Strong classroom management, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead age-appropriate drama activities that support creativity, confidence, collaboration, and social-emotional growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead age-appropriate drama activities that support creativity, confidence, collaboration, and social-emotional growth.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Punahou School continues to recognize the richness of its traditions, as well as its ongoing responsibility to deliver a relevant educational experience in a rapidly changing world. It remains anchored in the aim of developing the full potential of each student through a broad and vigorous program of studies and rich experiences for exploration, growth, and mastery. Through co-curricular programming, we seek to cultivate curious, confident, creative, and collaborative students who are encouraged to explore their voices, build confidence, and develop meaningful connections with others.

Position Details

• Work Year: 9 Months
• School Year: 2026-2027
• Work Hours: Variable schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM, Schedule may vary based on operational needs.
• Hourly Rate: $35.00/Hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Experience teaching or working with early elementary students required.
• Experience in theatre, creative drama, performing arts education, elementary education, or a related field preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills required.
• Ability to lead age-appropriate drama activities that support creativity, confidence, collaboration, and social-emotional growth.