Instructor, Hoomakaikai Summer Program

Kamehameha Schools

9d•Onsite

About The Position

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! Kamehameha Schools is searching for Kumu (Instructors) to support our Ho’omāka’ika’i Summer Program! This program hosts 5 week-long overnight sessions for rising 6th graders to support connecting with and exploring Hawaiian culture. If you possess familiarity with Hawaiian cultural practices, values, and Hawaiian Culture Based Education (HCBE) approaches and a passion for sharing your knowledge, this is the perfect opportunity for you! We are also hiring for substitutes/on-call Kumu, and selected candidates may be offered such a position depending on availability and need. In total, we are seeking two types of kumu: Kumu with weekly assignments to a group of students Substitute/On-Call Kumu Hire Dates: March 1 (Monday) - July 17(Friday) Weekly Training: March - June Program Dates: June 13 - July 16 Closeout: July End

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian Language, Elementary Education, or closely related field.
Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
Demonstrate knowledge of Hawaiian culture and history.
Develop culturally relevant activities and lessons.
Teach and work effectively with elementary, middle school and high school age students.
Use good human relations and communication skills.
Deal with conflict involving staff, students, and parents.
Use experience in group dynamics, organizational techniques and team building.
Chaperone, instruct and supervise students while on hikes and long walks during field trips which may involve strenuous physical activity.

Nice To Haves

Working/Conversational Hawaiian language.
Knowledge of culturally relevant and appropriate approaches in education.
Knowledge of culturally congruent teaching strategies.
Knowledge and experience in project-based learning.
Driver's license.
Certified in first aid desirable.
Knowledge of KS operations and programs desirable.

Responsibilities

Develop, prepare, and instruct students in lessons and activities that are aligned to program's KOA overview. These include but are not limited to language, history, culture, place names, oli, music, and hula.
Understands and follows Kamehameha Schools' policies and procedures relevant to the Enrichment Department.
Supervises, supports, and participates with students on all field trips and activities.
Assists with the preparation for and delivery of program Hô'ike.
Provides guidance and counseling to students.
Administers program assessment tools that measure student growth and program effectiveness.
Provides feedback on program curriculum, lessons, and activities.