Summer Instructor, High School

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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 provides meaningful educational opportunities for learners to explore their potential and develop as oiwi leaders. We are excited to offer fun and enriching experiences that will allow students to engage and learn through a diverse selection of courses during the summer.

Kamehameha Schools' Kapalama Campus High School is seeking Instructors to support their Summer Program. This is a temporary position with tentative dates from June 8th through July 17th, 2026.

• Hawaiian I

Learn more about our summer program here:

https://www.ksbe.edu/education/kapalama/halau_kukalaulama/summer_school/

Job Summary

Creates and implements a high quality summer school instructional program within subject area. In-person and digital student management including assessment of student progress and achievement to meet program goals. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans and instructs in a designated subject area or grade level to meet the Summer Program goals including coordinating any activities outside of the classroom or off-campus.
• Assesses student progress and achievement and modifies instruction according to the needs of students so that students are able to demonstrate growth and acquisition of academic goals. Grades and distributes a mid and final report card for students when applicable.
• Models mutual respect and enforces the summer school rules and regulations in a positive and formative manner.
• Communicates with students, parents and the Summer School Administration Team as necessary to inform of student progress and any other academic or social issues that may arise.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or directly related field.
• Ability to teach, preferably in the subject area.
• Knowledge and ability to work with similarly-aged children.
• Knowledge of various online learning tools to include training, troubleshooting, and support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Summer school or online teaching experience.
• Experience with similarly aged children.
• Previous teaching experience in subject or grade level.
• Experience with cultural based education.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values.

Physical Requirements

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

Working Conditions

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: 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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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.

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