High School Performing Arts Staff (Temporary)

Kamehameha Schools; Keaau (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools in Hawaii seeks a High School Performing Arts Staff member to assist the Performing Arts Directors with planning and conducting instruction aligned to standard objectives. This temporary on-call role supports diverse arts programs including band, orchestra, chorus, dance, and drama.

The position emphasizes flexible scheduling, classroom management, and effective communication with students, parents, and staff, with duties described as maintaining an engaging learning

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of Performing Arts (band, orchestra, chorus, dance, drama).
• Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage small and large groups of students.
• Effective communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Knowledge of Hawaiian culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Directors with instruction to achieve standard objectives of subject area by specifying lesson objectives and activities.
• Maintain open and effective communication with students and the adults responsible for students about progress.
• Organize time, space, and materials for instruction; create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Performing Arts knowledge

Time management

Effective communication

Group management

Discuss sensitive topics

Hawaiian culture awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

High School Performing Arts Staff (Temporary)

Employee Type: Temporary On-Call (Fixed Term)

Recruiting Start Date: 08-25-2026

Job Exempt?: No

Recruiting End Date: Open Until Filled

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Job Summary

Assists the Performing Arts Directors with planning and conducting instruction to achieve standard objectives of subject areas utilizing appropriate instructional methods.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists Directors with instruction to achieve standard objectives of subject area by specifying lesson objectives and activities which take into account student differences and which use a variety of appropriate instructional methods.
• Maintains open and effective communication with students and the adults responsible for students by providing students with information about their progress in a timely manner.
• Organizes time, space, and materials for instruction; uses time efficiently and creates a positive learning environment.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge and background in Performing Arts, such as but not limited to: band, orchestra, chorus, dance, and drama.
• Able to organize tasks and manage time to meet many and varied deadlines.
• Manage small and large groups of students.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, school administrators and other staff. Able to discuss sensitive topics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, perform desk based computer tasks and grasp light/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, write by hand, and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach/work about shoulder, grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted in an office environment but the purpose of the work may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. but evening and weekend hours may be required to meet goals and objectives.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Pay Range

20.00 Hourly

Compensation And Benefits

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Hawaii Campus

City, State

Keaau, Hawaii