Lecturer (Hawaiian Studies)

University of Hawaii • Hilo, HI

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About The Position

The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo is accepting applications to a lecturer pool in Hawaiian Studies for Academic Year 2026–2027. These are part-time, temporary, non-tenure positions, contingent upon course offerings, sufficient student enrollment, position clearance, and funding availability. Lecturers must be available to teach during the day, evening, and weekends, and/or through distance learning, as needed.

The lecturer will teach assigned courses in the Hawaiian Studies programs, including KHWS 194 Kalaiikepili Helu. Teaching may include lectures and labs, with instruction through the medium of Hawaiian when required. The lecturer will also maintain office hours, prepare course syllabi and reports on teaching and student progress, and commit to the College’s Kumu Honu Mauli Ola educational philosophy.

Applicants must submit a cover letter explaining how they meet the qualifications, a current curriculum vitae or résumé, contact information for at least three professional references, and transcripts showing relevant degrees and coursework. Minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date. The appointment is subject to employment eligibility verification, reference checks, and, for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Hawaiian Studies or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Potential or demonstrated ability to teach courses.
• Fluency to instruct applicable Hawaiian language and culture courses through the medium of Hawaiian.
• Availability to teach during the day, evening, weekends, and/or via distance learning, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated high-quality instruction and teaching effectiveness at the college level.
• Experience teaching through the medium of Hawaiian.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with university or college students.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses, including KHWS 194 Kalaiikepili Helu.
• Conduct lectures and labs in the Hawaiian Studies programs, including instruction through the medium of Hawaiian when required.
• Maintain at least one office hour per week for each course taught, up to five office hours per week.
• Prepare course syllabi and reports related to teaching and student progress.
• Commit to the Kumu Honu Mauli Ola educational philosophy of the College.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level