Hawaiian Culture Instructor, Summer Program

Kamehameha Schools; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools seeks Kumu (Instructors) to develop and deliver Hawaiian cultural lessons for the Ho’omāka’ika’i Summer Program in Kapalama, Honolulu. You will design language, history, culture, oli, music and hula activities for rising 6th graders and supervise field trips and program activities.

Weekly training occurs March–June; program runs June 13–July 16 with multiple shift schedules. This seasonal role may include substitutes/on-call opportunities depending on need.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian Language, or Elementary Education.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Hawaiian culture and history.
• Ability to develop culturally relevant activities and lessons.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum development & instruction aligned to KOA overview (language, history, culture, place names, oli, music, hula).
• Operations: follow Enrichment Department policies; supervise/participate with students on field trips; assist with Hô'ike prep and delivery.
• Students: provide guidance and counseling to students.
• Assessment: administer program assessment tools and provide feedback on curriculum, lessons, and activities.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hawaiian Studies

Bachelor's Degree in Hawaiian Language

Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education

Job description

Kamehameha Schools seeks Kumu (Instructors) to develop and deliver Hawaiian cultural lessons for the Ho’omāka’ika’i Summer Program in Kapalama, Honolulu. You will design language, history, culture, oli, music and hula activities for rising 6th graders and supervise field trips and program activities.

Weekly training occurs March–June; program runs June 13–July 16 with multiple shift schedules. This seasonal role may include substitutes/on-call opportunities depending on need.