Elementary School 'Olelo Hawai' Teacher; Defined Term

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Elementary School 'Olelo Hawai'i Teacher (Defined Term)

Defined Term (Fixed Term)

Start: 04-29-2026
End:
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! Kamehameha Schools, Hawai‘i Campus seeks a dynamic, energetic Kumu 'Olelo Hawai'i to join our K–5 program; an educator who brings both a strong command of 'olelo and a vibrant passion for 'ike Hawai'i into daily practice.

This kumu will inspire haumana through engaging instruction that weaves together language, mele Hawaiʻi, oli, and hula, while cultivating a deep sense of identity and belonging.

Beyond the classroom, this role includes guiding and managing a student ensemble that shares their learning through performances at key school gatherings such as morning piko, chapel, and assemblies. This kumu will also steward hoʻokipa for visiting guests; organizing and preparing haumāna, and collaborating with grade‑level kumu to thoughtfully communicate and adjust schedules in support of these special moments.

Equally important, this kumu will serve as an active member of grade‑level kauhale; collaborating deeply with colleagues to advance learner achievement in ELA and math, and contributing to the planning, design, and implementation of interdisciplinary 'Oiwi STEAM learning experiences.

We are looking for someone who not only teaches ʻōlelo, but truly ignites a lifelong love for the language and empowers students to embrace who they are as poʻe Hawaiʻi. This is a 2‑year Defined Term position that has the potential of converting into a FT Regular role. It will start at the beginning of our 26‑27 SY, on 7/30/2026.

At Kamehameha Schools, the mission to educate Native Hawaiian children was established by founder Ke Ali`i Pauahi. The mission is central to all daily functions and the drive behind the Schools’ work. The Strategic Plan outlines the path forward, emphasizing that the same values instilled in students are the values teachers should live and teach by. Through this commitment is the belief that all Kamehameha Schools Employees and Students will become local and global servant leaders who are culturally engaged and play significant roles in creating strong ʻohana (family) and communities throughout ka pae ʻaina o Hawaiʻi and beyond.

As a faculty member, you are expected to be a master of your discipline and craft, focusing on student‑centered, place‑based, multicultural, global, service‑learning, indigenous, data‑literacy based, integrated, project‑inquiry, professional learning community, design‑thinking, technology‑integrated, personalized curriculum. You will demonstrate a high degree of self‑efficacy, facilitate problem‑solving, be a role model, collaborate effectively, strive for global competence, and deeply invest in learners’ well‑being.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Demonstrating academic competence and integrating interdisciplinary work across the curriculum.
• Maintaining a growth mindset toward student learning and personal/collective professional development.
• Facilitating creative application of data‑driven curriculum and practice.
• Collaborating with stakeholders and external partners to increase student performance.
• Engaging in community outreach and cultural celebrations.
• Designing and facilitating differentiated and personalized learning goals and activities.
• Managing small and large groups of students in various instructional settings.
• Communicating effectively with students, parents, counselors, and administrators.

• Bachelor’s degree from a nationally or internationally accredited institution.
• Relevant teaching experience (5+ years in primary instruction).
• Recent teaching experience or coursework in primary instructional responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Hawaiian language, history, culture, and Christian values is desirable.